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SB230, sponsored by Sen. Vivian Figures, D-Mobile, would take effect immediately.
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- Elections
Opinion | Legislature must pass post-election audit legislation to combat fraud at the ballot box
Wes Allen adds Texas to the list of partner states in the Alabama Voter Integrity Database
Alabama House to consider bill requiring post-election audits
Alex Braswell chosen as Democratic nominee for House District 11 race
Alabama Secretary of State urges DHS to improve citizenship verification system
- Governor
Gov. Ivey signs bill to establish Alabama Veterans Resource Center
Gov. Ivey signs “What is a Woman Act” into law
Ivey announces $23.5 million in SEEDS grants to boost Alabama’s economic growth
Gov. Ivey announces district judgeship and sheriff appointments
Gov. Ivey officially launches public safety package
- Legislature
Bill proposes the state reimburse residents for stolen SNAP benefits
Alabama House to consider bill requiring post-election audits
Lawmakers to tackle tax relief bills upon return from spring break
Bill would expand scrap tire enforcement in some cities, increase penalties
Alabama 2025 Legislative Report: Week Four
- Economy
Sen. Tuberville cosponsors bill to secure one million Bitcoin for reserve
Poarch Creek Indians’ economic impact in Alabama tops $4 billion
January 2025 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report
Annual Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report 2024
Alabama’s broadband expansion: A national model for rural connectivity
- National
Is the Republican town hall freeze affecting Alabama?
Reps. Sewell, Figures say historic Montgomery Bus Station no longer for sale
Sen. Britt reintroduces Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act
Cancer advocate urges Alabama senators to protect research funding
Rep. Sewell votes against Trump-Johnson spending bill
- Education
State Superintendent Mackey reassures Board of Education amid federal cuts
Rep. Sewell welcomes Dr. Walter Gonsoulin as National Superintendent of the Year
ACCS and AAMA to offer scholarships for automotive manufacturing
Troy University to close Phenix City campus
ASU among first HBCUs in the nation to offer cannabis certifications
- Health
Cancer advocate urges Alabama senators to protect research funding
Alabama House committee approves presumptive Medicaid care
Jackson Hospital files for bankruptcy, state lawmakers speak out in support
U.S. Senator Katie Britt continues fight to improve rural obstetrics care
Program seeks to improve youth mental health care with federal funds
- Opinion
Opinion | Bill adding more legal protections for police would add to a growing problem
Opinion | Legislature must pass post-election audit legislation to combat fraud at the ballot box
Opinion | How to Beat “Egg-conomic” Uncertainty
Opinion | Alabama has a host of prominent political leaders under 45
Opinion | Alabama lawmakers should cut unfair credit card fees for small businesses
Legislature
Rep. Ontario Tillman outlined the "Forward for Freedom" agenda as it compares with Ivey's legislative goals.
Governor
The legislation would implement a statewide ban on the use of cell phones on public school campuses during times of instruction.
Legislature
Gudger has hired Ashley McLain, a veteran education advocate and public policy professional with 23 years of experience
Legislature
The bill's reintroduction coincides with the GOP's renewed focus on sex and gender-related issues.
Governor
Ivey will deliver her State of the State address Tuesday at 6 p.m.
Legislature
In an interview on Alabama Politics This Week podcast, Daniels was critical of Democratic strategy and messaging.
Legislature
As technology advances, our laws must keep pace.
Legislature
State Rep. Terri Collins prefiled HB86, which aims to strengthen rural hospitals in Alabama.
Legislature
To counter Republicans' focus on government control, Alabama House Dems introduced a platform that's all about freedom and opportunity.
Legislature
The legislative platform was developed by an ad hoc platform committee comprised of Republican House members, co-chaired by State Rep. Kerry “Bubba” Underwood, R-Tuscumbia,...