Legislature Lawmaker files bill to make it harder to prosecute “stand your ground” cases The bill create a "presumption of reasonableness" and shift the burden of proof to the prosecution. Jacob Holmes2 days ago
Legislature House carries over charter school funding bill The bill to allow some local school tax dollars to follow children to a public charter school was carried over. Brandon MoseleyApril 5, 2021
Legislature Alabama 2021 Legislative Report: Week seven The Legislature will return to Montgomery on Tuesday, April 6, for day 19 of the session. Beth LyonsApril 5, 2021
Legislature Senate OKs bill to allow churches, businesses to remain open during pandemic The bill would allow businesses and places of worship to remain open if they follow the guidelines set for other businesses. Eddie BurkhalterApril 2, 2021
Legislature House passes bill to allow home delivery of alcohol The bill would allow Alabama residents to legally have beer, wine and liquor delivered to their front door. Brandon MoseleyApril 2, 2021
Legislature Lifetime concealed carry permit bill passes Alabama Senate The Senate bill would standardize Alabama concealed carry permit fees and allow a lifetime permit for just $300. Brandon MoseleyApril 2, 2021
Legislature Senate passes bill curtailing powers of health officer, governor The Senate voted 24 to 8 to approve the bill, which now heads to the Alabama House. Eddie BurkhalterApril 1, 2021
Legislature Senate committee approves open records bill Alabama has been ranked last in the nation on access to public records. Eddie BurkhalterApril 1, 2021
Legislature House committee approves bill to repeal Habitual Felony Offender Act Rep. England's bill would repeal the law that mandates sentences for multiple convictions. It heads to the full House. Eddie BurkhalterApril 1, 2021
Legislature Senate committee approves mandatory kindergarten bill The Senate Education Policy Committee approved the legislation requiring all first graders attend kindergarten or demonstrate proficiency. Brandon MoseleyApril 1, 2021
Legislature Medical marijuana legislation held over another week Medical marijuana legislation was held up in committee while representatives spend more time writing amendments. Brandon MoseleyApril 1, 2021