Legislature
Advocates from across Alabama shared takeaways from the session, highlighting prison, energy and voting rights reforms alongside stronger public engagement with policymakers.
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- Elections
Bill to close primaries dies without vote
House approves roting rights restoration transparency bill
Opinion | Alabama Republicans are running scared
Opinion | Closing Alabama’s primaries won’t strengthen the GOP; it will weaken accountability
Opinion | We could use a few more lawmakers like Adline Clarke
- Governor
Gov. Ivey signs the Alabama Post-Election Audit Act into law
Gov. Ivey announces 14 appointments, including Marion County district judge
Governor Ivey marks historic nine years in office
Gov. Ivey signs into law stronger penalties for terrorist threats in schools and other public spaces
Gov. Ivey signs bill mandating Ten Commandments displays in some schools
- Legislature
Gov. Ivey signs the Alabama Post-Election Audit Act into law
Controversial bills die on verge of passing Legislature
Panel hosting state advocacy groups recaps major bills of 2026 Session
Gov. Ivey signs into law stronger penalties for terrorist threats in schools and other public spaces
Gov. Ivey signs bill mandating Ten Commandments displays in some schools
- Economy
Alabama Senate sends bill to limit data center tax breaks to governor
Senate passes industry-to-classroom workforce tax credit bill
Opelika hemp store seeks city approval as funds run out
NFIB: Small business hiring slows, worker shortages persist
Gov. Ivey signs HB475, freezing electric rates and reshaping PSC
- National
Mobile archbishop backs Pope Leo after Trump criticism
Sen. Katie Britt backs bill to close child exploitation loophole
Rep. Sewell announces winner of Alabama’s 7th District art competition
University of Alabama students publish independent magazines after anti-DEI cancellations
Sen. Britt touts increased funding for Mobile Bay dredging projects
- Education
Gov. Ivey announces record CHOOSE Act applications for 2026–27 school year
Auburn student chapter wins award at national convention
U.S. Navy invests $30M in Alabama maritime workforce training
ASU partners with United Methodist Church, Wesley Foundation to support student development
Mark Merrick named Dean of UAB School of Health Professions
- Health
House passes bill to prohibit vaping in public spaces, rename Alabama Clean Indoor Air Act
The Shoulder launches Operation VETS to aid Alabama veterans struggling with substance abuse
Cancer researchers highlight findings, push for funding at Alabama capitol
Judge orders Central Alabama Water to add fluoride
Gov. Ivey proclaims March 30 as “Doctors Day” in Alabama
- Opinion
Opinion | Stop treating those dogs like we treat humans!
Opinion | Gov. Ivey’s steady leadership has made Alabama stronger
Opinion | Can we please stop electing unserious people to do serious jobs?
Opinion | Alabama Republicans are running scared
Opinion | Why the Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger threatens Alabama
Environment
The commission rejected proposed water toxicity updates after public input from environmental groups and industry professionals.
National
Rivituso joined U.S. bishops defending Pope Leo’s moral authority after President Donald Trump’s criticism sparked a global dispute.
Governor
The measure took effect immediately, requiring random post-election audits statewide and public reporting of discrepancies, costs and recommendations.
Congress
The bipartisan measure seeks to overturn a court ruling and ensure any sexually explicit content that intentionally includes minors is illegal.
Congress
Ninth grader Eden Smith won Alabama’s 7th District art competition, earning a yearlong display of her work in the U.S. Capitol.
This Matters with Bill Britt
Courts
The new magazines were funded and published after the University of Alabama cancelled two student-run magazines last year.
Featured Opinion
Imagine if we even dared talk about dogs the way some of our politicians talk about other humans.
The Voice of Alabama Politics
A cautious session ended with key issues untouched, Senate power subtly reshuffled and Republican divisions spilling into view before election season.
Congress
The boost for Mobile Bay dredging also raised hopes for cleaner sediment disposal, balancing port growth with pressure to protect the ecosystem.
Featured Opinion
Nine years after crisis, Governor Kay Ivey leaves Alabama more stable and better positioned, with a strong foundation for future progress.
Featured Opinion
When did being a pandering bigot become more politically valuable than being a competent, sane public servant?
Elections
The party’s recent actions reveal a shrinking circle of insiders tightening their grip on who gets to run and who gets to vote.
Infrastructure
The system works because it is competitive. And that’s exactly what’s at risk.
Elections
The proposal is an injustice to Alabama voters. It is also a formula for less accountability.
Governor
Ivey marked nine years as governor Friday, touting record investment, education gains and infrastructure progress during Alabama’s longest consecutive gubernatorial tenure.
Governor
Gov. Ivey signs into law stronger penalties for terrorist threats in schools and other public spaces
The measure broadened covered locations, increased penalties and barred charged students from returning to class before hearings and mental health evaluations.
Governor
Ivey signed a bill requiring donated Ten Commandments displays in some public schools, casting them as foundational to U.S. history and civics.
News
The Mobile pediatrician took the helm of Alabama’s largest physician group, pledging to back doctors and policies that improve patient care statewide.
Elections
A top GOP priority collapsed on the session’s final day, leaving Alabama’s open primaries intact despite pressure from party leaders.
Governor
Alabama House passes bill requiring Ten Commandments displays in schools, sparking debate over religious freedom and constitutional concerns.
Legislature
Representative Pebblin Warren asked about the impacts of the bill on children whose families wouldn’t be able to buy Easter candy.
Legislature
The bill drew fierce opposition from Montgomery leaders and Democrats, who described it as state overreach that would burden local government.
Economy
The measure aims to trim generous incentives, while including new language to allow longer abatements for community infrastructure investments.