Legislature House committee considering bill to bring abstinence-only sex ed to schools State law already requires an emphasis on abstinence education as a part of a sexual education curriculum. Jacob HolmesMarch 12, 2024
Education Prattville Library Board committee urges director to move books under new policies The policy’s content prohibitions are vague, and the policy requires a board vote to exercise its discretion over book collections. Jacob HolmesMarch 11, 2024
Legislature Legislature passes bill criminalizing “ballot harvesting” Critics are still concerned about the law’s potential to suppress votes by making voters fear criminal charges. Jacob HolmesMarch 8, 2024
Legislature House passes bill prohibiting DEI programs, divisive concepts The intent of the bill is to root out DEI programs on college campuses and other state entities. Jacob HolmesMarch 8, 2024
Legislature “Don’t Say Gay” expansion bill heard in committee HB130 would extend the prohibition of discussing sexual orientation and gender identity throughout high school. Jacob HolmesMarch 7, 2024
Legislature Ivey signs bill shielding IVF clinics from liability “What we’re trying to do right now is just play lawsuit whack-a-mole,” Rep. Chris England said. Jacob HolmesMarch 7, 2024
Legislature “Freedom Flag” bill passes committee after major overhaul The previous iteration of the legislation would have prohibited most flags from being flown on public property. Jacob HolmesMarch 7, 2024
Legislature School vouchers primed for final vote after committee maneuver Sen. Kirk Harcher, D-Montgomery, said the bill would “decapitate public education.” Jacob HolmesMarch 6, 2024
Legislature IVF bills poised for passage in House, Senate The committee approvals set up the potential for floor passage as lawmakers rush to provide cover for IVF clinics. Jacob HolmesMarch 6, 2024
Legislature House committee advances anti-DEI bill The bill prohibits the promotion of certain "divisive concepts" from being promoted by state entities. Jacob HolmesMarch 6, 2024