Legislature New bill could allow campaign finances to cover dependent care Although the Alabama Ethics Commission previously ruled a candidate could use excess campaign expenses on childcare, it is not enshrined in Alabama law. Jacob Holmes3 days ago
Legislature House passes Aniah’s Law The House passed Aniah's Law 101 to 0, which would give judges discretion to deny bail to potentially dangerous defendants. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 24, 2021
Legislature Senate carries over election audit bill The Senate carried over Senate Bill 45 which would authorize a limited post-election audit following the 2022 election. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 24, 2021
Legislature Brooks supports Sorrell’s permitless carry bill Congressman Mo Brooks on Tuesday expressed his support for state Rep. Andrew Sorrell's constitutional carry legislation. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 24, 2021
Legislature Senate leadership outlines legislative priorities Senate leadership outlines its remaining legislative priorities for the 2021 Legislative Session. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 24, 2021
Legislature Two bills would expand community corrections, enhance specialized courts St. Clair County's drug and veterans courts have a combined 96 percent success rate at preventing recidivism. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 23, 2021
Legislature House is expected to consider Sexual Assault Survivors Bill of Rights The House has the Sexual Assault Survivors Bill of Rights on Tuesday's proposed special order calendar Brandon MoseleyFebruary 23, 2021
Legislature House is expected to consider Aniah’s Law The proposed amendment would still need to be approved by Alabama voters. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 23, 2021
Legislature Alabama Legislature returns for week three Day seven of the 2021 Legislative Session begins on Tuesday. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 22, 2021
Legislature How a change in tactics led to a grand new gambling deal The Poarch Creek Indians and the dog track owners finally did the one thing they've been avoiding: Talking to each other. Josh MoonFebruary 19, 2021
Legislature Lawmaker sponsors bill to increase penalties for rioters The bill also creates the new crime of assault against a first responder in the first and second degrees. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 18, 2021