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 Holmes14 hours ago
Legislature Alabama House Republican Caucus announces 2025 “Alabama Values” legislative agenda 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,... StaffJanuary 27, 2025
Legislature State Rep. Marilyn Lands bringing bill to address infant, maternal mortality The bill would provide presumptive Medicaid eligibility to pregnant women. Jacob HolmesJanuary 24, 2025
Legislature ACLU of Alabama releases 2025 Legislative Agenda The ACLU of Alabama’s 2025 priorities include criminal justice reform, voting rights, reproductive justice and protecting First Amendment freedoms. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 24, 2025
Legislature Ensler pushes gun violence measures: Glock switch ban, safety grants, more Ensler’s approach blends law enforcement support with proactive community programs. StaffJanuary 22, 2025
Legislature Prefiled bills seek to “add some teeth” to immigration enforcement Alabama’s state lawmakers are scheduled to begin debating immigration measures upon the 2025 Legislative Session’s start. Wesley WalterJanuary 21, 2025
Legislature New bill would add conflict resolution class requirement to marriage licenses Smitherman argues that the requirement could help reduce domestic violence between partners. Alex JobinJanuary 17, 2025
Legislature State lawmakers discuss regulating cryptocurrency in commission meeting Sen. Bobby Singleton said legislators should remain open-minded but also “be prepared to set up those guardrails for consumer protections.” Chance PhillipsJanuary 17, 2025
Legislature Sen. April Weaver joins Club for Growth Foundation’s 2025 fellowship class Established in 2020, the fellowship aims to equip civic leaders with the knowledge and skills to advocate for free-market policies. StaffJanuary 15, 2025
Legislature Ledbetter shuts down D.C. rumors: “I’ve got the job I want” “I’ve got the job I want, and I’m going to do the job I’ve been elected to,” Ledbetter said, Bill BrittJanuary 15, 2025
Legislature Proposed bill would protect pharmacists who recommend off-label meds Alabama lawmakers passed a similar bill last year protecting doctors who prescribed off-label medications. Jacob HolmesJanuary 13, 2025