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Sen. Britt votes for the American Relief Act of 2025
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Alabama exploring expanding Pre-K program to home-based settings
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Google gives $1 million to Stillman Cybersecurity Clinic in memory of Dr. Kevin Harris
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Legislature
Crossing a state line while eluding police would become a felony in some cases under the legislation.
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The constitutional amendment would allow judges to deny bail to some defendants accused of violent crimes.
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The legislation would require city employees to raise their contributions to their retirement.
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The Legislature will return to Montgomery on Tuesday, April 20, for day 24 of the 30-day session.
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The legislation can now be considered by the full Alabama House of Representatives.
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The legislation clarifies that commercial airports are exempt from paying sales and use taxes.
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The bill drew opposition from Democrats, who said it's unnecessary, marginalizes transgender youth and will likely result in lawsuits.
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Democrats and others oppose the bill, which they say limits local power to remove and rename Confederate monuments and memorials.
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Several members expressed concern the bill could hamper the governor's ability to quickly act in times of emergencies.
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Medical marijuana supporters and opponents presented their arguments for and against the bill in a public hearing.