Legislature Alabama abortion ban author cautions against following Texas’ example Attorney Eric Johnston, president of the Alabama Pro-Life Coalition, says the new law “violates the basic tenets of legal procedures in this country.” Jacob HolmesJanuary 7, 2022
Legislature Alabama House Republicans unveil 2022 agenda Many issues on the agenda are not a surprise: banning Critical Race Theory, allowing permitless carry, expanding rural broadband and more. Jacob HolmesJanuary 6, 2022
Legislature New Alabama Legislature website now online Senate Secretary Pat Harris called the website “probably the No. 1 legislative website in the nation” Tuesday during a demonstration for stakeholders. Jacob HolmesJanuary 5, 2022
Legislature Alabama Legislature to roll out revamped website Statehouse officials said the changes will make the site easier to navigate and provide more information. Jacob HolmesDecember 30, 2021
Health Lawmaker says COVID vaccine exemption forms “working exactly as they should” More than 30,000 forms have been downloaded and only 31 have been appealed, according to the law's sponsor Sen. Chris Elliot, R-Fairhope. Jacob HolmesDecember 24, 2021
Legislature Bill would allow permitless carry in Alabama, critics say law poses safety issues Opponents say the permits create opportunities to get violent criminals off the streets. Jacob HolmesDecember 23, 2021
Elections Club for Growth PAC backs Barry Moore for Congress The PAC says it supports limited government and economic freedom. Jacob HolmesDecember 23, 2021
Health CBD, cannabis and marijuana: What’s the difference? CBD derived from hemp is already available over-the-counter. Medical cannabis will be heavily regulated. Jacob HolmesDecember 22, 2021
Elections Ivey, Britt, Allen lead in Young Republicans straw poll The poll asked respondents to choose between announced candidates in every statewide race on the Republican Primary ballot. Jacob HolmesDecember 21, 2021
Education University of Alabama Faculty Senate formally opposes ban of Critical Race Theory The University of Alabama Faculty Senate has officially passed a resolution stating its opposition to legislation banning critical race theory. Jacob HolmesDecember 20, 2021