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The bill create a "presumption of reasonableness" and shift the burden of proof to the prosecution.
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Legislature
His new bill would allow those sentenced to death under judicial override to be resentenced.
Legislature
Some of the disorders that fall under the sensory issues or invisible disabilities include stroke, diabetes, autism spectrum disorder and dementia.
Legislature
"HB41 is a further enhancement to get us closer to true and fair transparency," Givan said.
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As she announced the legislation, Coleman was surrounded by community members holding signs in support of Jawan Dallas.
Legislature
The bill would make stealing deliveries from the homes, a practice commonly known as “porch pirating,” a felony offense.
Legislature
That online sales tax currently lags behind the total sales tax for local purchases in most municipalities.
Legislature
Givan, D-Birmingham, has pre-filed several bills that address an array of issues that she believes are important to enshrine as law.
Legislature
As majority whip, Chambliss will continue assisting in the management of the Senate floor.
Legislature
Rep. Chris England's bill would create a temporary council to oversee the Board of Pardons and Paroles.
Legislature
The bill made it all the way through a Senate committee in its prior session but failed to reach the Senate floor.