Prisons Protestors call for external review of Alabama execution protocol "We do not trust the Alabama Department of Corrections to properly investigate itself, and who would?" an organizer said. Jacob HolmesMarch 27, 2023
Legislature House approves overhaul of Alabama adoption code The code had been thoroughly vetted by professionals in the field for four years as the state seeks to streamline the adoption process. Jacob HolmesMarch 24, 2023
Legislature House unanimously approves bill targeting fentanyl traffickers Gov. Kay Ivey urged the Alabama Senate to pass the bill quickly so she can sign it into law as soon as possible. Jacob HolmesMarch 24, 2023
Legislature Fentanyl trafficking bill moves forward out of House committee The bill would create mandatory minimum sentences for possession of fentanyl that indicate trafficking. Jacob HolmesMarch 23, 2023
News Bills to slash “good time” accrual advance in House and Senate committees Opponents raised concerns about overcrowding and losing one of the few incentives for good behavior within the prisons. Jacob HolmesMarch 23, 2023
Legislature Bill to create parole board oversight sent to subcommittee The percentage of parole requests granted has fallen from 12 percent to 6 percent in the last year. Jacob HolmesMarch 23, 2023
Legislature Senate committee OKs bill to reduce occupational taxes for cities The Alabama League of Municipalities and several mayors and public officials expressed opposition to the bill, saying it would decimate their revenue streams. Jacob HolmesMarch 22, 2023
Legislature Ivey’s budget request includes $400 rebates, preparing for down times The $400 rebates are expected to go out to every person who filed for income tax returns in 2021 within 90 days of passage. Jacob HolmesMarch 22, 2023
Legislature Figures: Bills targeting abortion law designed to send a message Figures said she doesn't expect to succeed in the Republican Legislature, but wants to send a message that Democrats are still fighting. Jacob HolmesMarch 22, 2023
State Pandemic EBT benefits to arrive for 530,000 Alabama children this summer Qualifying households will get $120 for each participating student to buy SNAP-eligible food at stores that accept EBT cards. Jacob HolmesMarch 21, 2023