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Alabama is one of just five states that tax optical aids.
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- Governor
Gov. Ivey mourns security detail member Justin Williams, 42, succumbed to cancer
Ivey opens applications for Alabama’s new CHOOSE Act school choice program
Gov. Kay Ivey shares Christmas message with Alabamians
Governor awards grants to help low-income residents become self-sufficient
Gov. Ivey awards funds for aid, shelter for victims of domestic violence
- Legislature
State Rep. files bill to untax eyeglasses, contacts
Pre-filed bill would require timely wheelchair repairs
NAALC asks lawmakers to prioritize workers, families in 2025 Legislative Session
For Senate Secretary Pat Harris, being unknown is a sign of a job well done
New bill could allow campaign finances to cover dependent care
- Economy
Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair talks first year in office, 2025 plans
Sweet Grown Alabama changes membership levels to flat $100 annual fee
Manufacture Alabama highlights 2024 successes in workforce and advocacy
Over 1,000 H1-B visa recipients work in Alabama as Trump allies debate the program
Alabama among six states with unemployment increases in November
- National
Sens. Katie Britt, Rick Scott introduce bipartisan bill to “Lock The Clock”
Rep. Sewell becomes first Black woman to serve on House Ways and Means Subcommittee
Alabama unions celebrate passage of Social Security Fairness Act
Sen. Katie Britt reintroduces Laken Riley Act in 119th Congress
Katie Britt named deputy whip, joins Senate GOP leadership team
- Education
AFP-Alabama applauds the opening of Education Savings Accounts applications
Alabama considers new education funding models to address inequalities
Alabama exploring expanding Pre-K program to home-based settings
Vouchers reduce school funding without lowering fixed costs: EPI report
Google gives $1 million to Stillman Cybersecurity Clinic in memory of Dr. Kevin Harris
- Health
PEEHIP board talks 2024 finances, “treacherous waters” ahead
White Lightning: Inside Alabama’s raw milk “secret society”
New billboard urges Medicaid expansion to save Alabama hospitals
Analysis | Rural hospitals closure crisis: Alabama’s healthcare safety net at risk
Analysis | Alabama’s Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API’s myths and fears
- Opinion
Opinion | There’s proof that Alabama could be better.
Opinion | Child care is unaffordable and inaccessible, Britt and Kaine introduce two bills
Opinion | Richard Shelby FBI Headquarters comes to Alabama
Opinion | 800 miles, no gas: How my all-electric truck powered Alabama beach trip
Opinion | Alabama’s future depends on building bridges, not burning them
Legislature
If passed in its drafted form, the items would become exempt from sales and use tax in October 2024.
Legislature
Lawmakers established the committee in June to determine where funding from the settlement should be directed.
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State Rep. James Lomax, R-Huntsville, was among 28 select lawmakers to complete the leadership development program.
Legislature
Lots of gambling bills have come up over the years in the Legislature, but very few did so with House leadership support.
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The overtime tax cut passed the legislature last session unanimously and appears to be just as popular with workers and businesses.
Legislature
The speaker also offered insight on several issues the House is looking at acting on when members return in about three months.
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A project that has been years in the making, state lawmakers move closer to a new Statehouse.
Legislature
Critics argue that mandatory age verification could result in websites retaining sensitive user identification data.
Legislature
In regards to drag in public spaces, the bill would likely only apply if the conduct is found to be pornographic as a whole.
Legislature
Senator Livingston takes the helm in Alabama Senate; Scofield's impactful legacy acknowledged as he embarks on new ventures.