Legislature Bill proposes the state reimburse residents for stolen SNAP benefits SB230, sponsored by Sen. Vivian Figures, D-Mobile, would take effect immediately. Mary Claire Wooten1 day ago
Legislature State Rep. Stadthagen files bill to block “drag performances” in schools, libraries The Legislature has had a bill fail in the past two sessions that lawmakers originally designed for this same purpose. Jacob HolmesDecember 5, 2024
Legislature House Republicans honor state Rep. Randall Shedd with “Iron Award” The “Iron Award” is based upon the biblical verse “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another." StaffDecember 5, 2024
Legislature Rep. DuBose, Miss Alabama Teen to host second annual “Girls’ Day At The Capitol” Participants will have the opportunity to interact with and ask questions to female elected officials and tour the Alabama Capitol. StaffDecember 4, 2024
Legislature Gudger to lead Alabama Senate The two-term senator from Cullman was selected by Pro Tem by the Republican Caucus over Majority Leader Steve Livingston. Josh MoonDecember 3, 2024
Legislature Alabama Senate GOP votes today on new president pro tempore leadership The election represents more than just a change in leadership; it will set the tone for the future direction of the Alabama Senate Republican... Bill BrittDecember 3, 2024
Legislature State Rep. Hill files bill to split session in two Hill’s bill would shorten the spring session, then lawmakers would then reconvene in Montgomery in September. Jacob HolmesDecember 2, 2024
Legislature Birmingham mayor pushes for voter decision on gun permit laws Woodfin is calling for a local vote on gun permits to address rising homicides, urging lawmakers to empower Birmingham residents. Mary Claire WootenNovember 28, 2024
Legislature Matt Woods announces bid for Alabama Senate District 5 seat During his tenure in the Alabama House of Representatives, Woods authored the Alabama Child Protection Act, supported the reduction of sales tax on groceries. StaffNovember 25, 2024
Legislature Sen. Coleman pre-files bills to combat excessive use of force by police SB-16 would prohibit officers from using the four-point restraint, also known as the hog-tie position. Alex JobinNovember 22, 2024
Legislature Prefiled bill would ensure right to access contraceptive care Under current Alabama law, there are no direct statutes ensuring the right to contraception. Wesley WalterNovember 22, 2024