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 Holmes23 hours ago
Legislature Senate committee advances Seizure Safe Schools Act Proponents say that the Seizure Safe Schools will raise awareness and implement a uniform standard of care. Brandon MoseleyApril 1, 2021
Legislature House OKs bill to end organ transplant discrimination against people with disabilities The legislation is aimed at ending discrimination against people with disabilities in Alabama who need organ transplants. Brandon MoseleyMarch 31, 2021
Legislature Senate considering bill to set minimum standards for visitation A bill in the Alabama Senate would set minimum standards of visitation for patients in long-term care facilities. Brandon MoseleyMarch 29, 2021
Legislature Conservatives urge Legislature to pass Common Core repeal HB440 would repeal Common Core and restore pre-Common Core educational standards in Alabama public schools. Brandon MoseleyMarch 26, 2021
Legislature NRA urges Legislature to lower price on lifetime concealed carry permit The NRA-ILA urges state legislators to lower the fee for lifetime carry permits from $500 to $200 in HB477. Brandon MoseleyMarch 25, 2021
Legislature The dad and daughter asking lawmakers to stop the trans health care ban HB1 would prevent transgender youth from having access to the medical treatment that Jessica Fuller says saved her life. Micah DanneyMarch 23, 2021
Legislature Senate committee advances resentencing bill Bill would allow judges to resentence nonviolent offenders who were sentenced more harshly than they would be today. Brandon MoseleyMarch 23, 2021
Legislature Senate to address gun bills when they return The Senate is expected to consider Second Amendment rights legislation. Brandon MoseleyMarch 22, 2021
Legislature Alabama 2021 Legislative Report: Week six 914 bills have been introduced to date: 563 in the House and 351 in the Senate. Beth LyonsMarch 22, 2021
Legislature Alabama House passes ban on curbside voting Opponents of the bill say curbside voting makes it easier for the elderly and disabled to vote. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 19, 2021