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
Legislature ALGOP expects passage of school voucher program with no cap The bill would create a system to award tax credits for students attending participating private schools. Jacob HolmesMarch 5, 2024
Legislature Senate committee passes anti-ESG bill The bill would prevent Alabama’s pension funds from investing with any asset manager that considers relevant Environmental, Social and Governance risks. Jacob HolmesMarch 5, 2024
News Clean Up Alabama: Ivey’s APLS code changes “fall short” The group suggested instead that libraries be required to institute policies similar to Prattville's in order to receive state aid. Jacob HolmesMarch 4, 2024