Legislature Bill to arrest librarians filed for 2025 session A bill that could have led to the arrest of librarians narrowly missed becoming law last session, but sponsors have already filed a follow-up. Jacob Holmes6 days ago
Legislature Opinion | Alabama elected officials showed leadership with “The Game Plan” This package of bills served as an example of significant, well-thought-out, targeted legislation. Bill BrittMay 2, 2023
Legislature RSA takes first step towards new Statehouse building A request for bids to build a new Statehouse was sent out by RSA on Monday. Josh MoonMay 2, 2023
Legislature State Rep. James Lomax sponsors bill banning Chinese-made drones House Bill 321 mirrors measures that have already been introduced in other states and the U.S. Congress. StaffMay 2, 2023
Legislature Week in review: House handles business after passing General Fund budget The House considered few contentious bills, but one would allow drug dealers to be charged with manslaughter in overdose cases. Jacob HolmesMay 1, 2023
Legislature Alabama Arise supports Senate bill to reduce grocery tax SB275 is co-sponsored by all 35 members of the Senate and would phase the grocery tax down from 4 percent to 2 percent over... Patrick DarringtonMay 1, 2023
Legislature Bill filed to ban drag shows in public spaces The bill is part of a trend in GOP-controlled legislatures targeting drag performances. Jacob HolmesMay 1, 2023
Legislature Bill targeting shoplifting passes Senate Judiciary committee The bill would create the crime of organized retail theft and add language targeting retail theft. Patrick DarringtonMay 1, 2023
Legislature Abortion access advocates lobby legislators to support HB17, oppose HB208 HB17 would repeal a law that makes it a misdemeanor to induce abortions. Jacob HolmesMay 1, 2023
Legislature Alabama 2023 Legislative Report: Week Six This marks the halfway point of the 2023 Legislative Session. Beth LyonsMay 1, 2023
Legislature House passes bill creating manslaughter charge for drug trafficking leading to overdose Some Democrats voiced concerns that the law could have unintended consequences. Jacob HolmesApril 28, 2023