Legislature Bill proposes the state reimburse residents for stolen SNAP benefits SB230, sponsored by Sen. Vivian Figures, D-Mobile, would take effect immediately. Mary Claire Wooten22 hours ago
Legislature Alabama 2025 Legislative Report: Week One Nearly 400 bills, including the pre-filed, have been introduced to date. Beth LyonsFebruary 10, 2025
Legislature Sen. Lance Bell named chair of Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee Bell will assume the role previously held by Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger. StaffFebruary 10, 2025
Legislature Alabama House wraps up first week, advances key bills on safety, education As the 2025 session moves forward, lawmakers will continue shaping policies that impact Alabama’s families, law enforcement, and workforce Bill BrittFebruary 7, 2025
Legislature Overtime tax exemption’s fate to be determined this session The exemption, which Ivey dramatically expanded in 2023, might now be allowed to expire due to fears about its cost. Chance PhillipsFebruary 7, 2025
Legislature Alabama Senate passes “What is a Woman” bill The central aim of Sen. April Weaver's bill is to establish legal definitions of "male" and "female" based on biological sex. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 7, 2025
Legislature Alabama Senate’s anti-immigrant bills get public condemnation but committee approval The first day of committee meetings included a smorgasbord of anti-immigrant legislation. Josh MoonFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature Alabama Senate’s “What is a Woman” bill passes committee The bill, introduced by Sen. April Weaver, now receives a second reading in the Senate. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature Commission on Higher Education requests funding increases at budget hearing In addition to preparing budget recommendations on behalf of the state's public colleges and universities, ACHE is also responsible for administering financial aid. Alex JobinFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature House Democrats question bill restricting unemployment benefits Rep. Marilyn Lands said HB29, which would further restrict unemployment benefits, is “not in the spirit of Jesus.” Chance PhillipsFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature Sen. Garlan Gudger joins Innovate Alabama board to boost startups Gudger, recently elected as president pro tempore of the Alabama Senate, has been appointed to the Innovate Alabama Board of Directors. StaffFebruary 6, 2025