Legislature House committee approves bill to allow virtual attendance of parole hearings The bill was met with no opposition and moved to the House floor for potential passage. Patrick DarringtonApril 27, 2023
Legislature Bill to end debt-based suspension of driver’s license passes Senate The bill passed the Senate 32-0 and moves to the House of Representatives. Patrick DarringtonApril 26, 2023
Legislature New bill would extend Alabama’s “Don’t Say Gay” law to 8th grade It would prohibit the discussion of gender identity or sexual orientation in public K-12 schools through 8th grade. Patrick DarringtonApril 25, 2023
National SCLC president calls for commitment ending racism Americans need to commit to a campaign to educate citizens and end racism, Dr. Charles Steele said. Patrick DarringtonApril 24, 2023
Legislature Bill would require performance of National Anthem in public schools It would require public K-12 schools to broadcast the Star-Spangled Banner at least once a week. Patrick DarringtonApril 24, 2023
Legislature Economic incentives pass legislature, signed by Ivey The legislation would renew existing economic incentives from the Jobs Act while offering new opportunities. Patrick DarringtonApril 21, 2023
Legislature House committee approves bill criminalizing absentee ballot process The bill would make it a felony for individuals or organizations to assist voters with their absentee ballots. Patrick DarringtonApril 20, 2023
Legislature Lawmaker says Legislature cannot “legislate morality” in response to Dadeville shooting Senator Jay Hovey, whose district includes Dadeville, said lawmakers cannot “legislate morality” in response to Saturday’s mass shooting. Patrick DarringtonApril 19, 2023
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs patient-visitation legislation into law The law will give visitors more access to their loved ones in healthcare facilities including hospitals and assisted living facilities. Patrick DarringtonApril 19, 2023
Legislature Voting rights advocates are organizing against new voter suppression bill Advocates also say the bill likely violates the Americans with Disability Act and section 208 of the Voting Rights Act. Patrick DarringtonApril 18, 2023