State Britt: “Our hearts break” for communities devastated by storm damage “I know that Alabamians in every corner of our state join us in praying for the families of those we've lost," Britt said. Jacob HolmesJanuary 13, 2023
State Speaker Ledbetter offers sympathy to tornado victims Ledbetter will visit Autauga and Dallas counties Saturday to survey the damage. Jacob HolmesJanuary 13, 2023
Legislature Fairview Rep. Shedd named House majority whip Majority whip is the third highest position within the caucus leadership structure. Jacob HolmesJanuary 13, 2023
Legislature Chambliss selected to serve as Senate majority whip As majority whip, Chambliss will work to advance the party's platform and guide member participation. Jacob HolmesJanuary 12, 2023
Legislature New House rules give more power to committees, change local bill contest process Committee amendments will now be completed in committee instead of requiring a vote on the floor. Jacob HolmesJanuary 11, 2023
Legislature Nathaniel Ledbetter installed as Alabama House speaker The House also voted for Rep. Chris Pringle, R-Mobile, to serve as speaker pro tem without any dissent. Jacob HolmesJanuary 11, 2023
Congress Britt joins senators Blackburn, Hyde-Smith in border visit The senators are touring drug and human trafficking hotspots along the border. Jacob HolmesJanuary 10, 2023
Party politics ALGOP votes no confidence on Ronna McDaniel leadership McDaniel is being challenged by Harmeet Dhillon, who represented Donald Trump in lawsuits related to the 2020 election. Jacob HolmesJanuary 10, 2023
Legislature House leaders say unemployment tax cut will help grow economy The Legislature in 2021 moved funds originally headed to reimburse counties and municipalities for COVID measures to boost the unemployment fund. Jacob HolmesJanuary 9, 2023
Courts State asks for medical records of transgender youth in court case Plaintiffs are challenging the motion, saying those records are confidential and could lead to criminal charges under the new law. Jacob HolmesJanuary 9, 2023