Governor Ivey signs four executive orders aimed at reaching education goals Ivey pledged to have Alabama in the top 30 states in education rankings by the end of her term, and said these four orders... Jacob HolmesJanuary 18, 2023
Legislature First pre-filed bill of new session aimed to crack down on fentanyl dealers The bill adds mandatory minimum sentences for people possessing amounts of fentanyl that signify an intent to distribute the deadly drug. Jacob HolmesJanuary 18, 2023
Elections Allen officially withdraws Alabama from the Electronic Registration Information Center Allen campaigned on withdrawing the state from the info-sharing organization, citing privacy concerns. Jacob HolmesJanuary 18, 2023
Legislature ALGOP praises Paschal bill that would make parental rights “fundamental rights” Chairman John Wahl said the legislation is an important piece of the party's priorities passed at its 2022 summer meeting. Jacob HolmesJanuary 18, 2023
Legislature Paschal pre-files bill to make parental rights “fundamental rights” Although courts generally respect parental rights, Paschal said he wants to enshrine them as fundamental rights by statute. Jacob HolmesJanuary 17, 2023
State Ivey, other state leaders take oath of office at inauguration ceremony Gov. Kay Ivey said education will be her top priority in her final term leading the state. Jacob HolmesJanuary 17, 2023
State Ivey, Britt, Sewell tour tornado damage in Selma and Autauga counties The tornado claimed six lives in Autauga County and caused massive devastation in Selma. Jacob HolmesJanuary 16, 2023
Legislature Alabama Senate minority announces leadership Sen. Bobby Singleton, D-Greensboro, was elected to his second four-year term, a first for the Democratic group. Jacob HolmesJanuary 16, 2023
Governor Ivey appoints new Autauga County sheriff, district judge Both Harrell and Sanders were runners up in the races for their respective positions in the 2022 election cycle. Jacob HolmesJanuary 16, 2023
Legislature House Speaker Ledbetter announces standing committees The committees are a crucial piece of the legislative process. Jacob HolmesJanuary 13, 2023