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 Voting rights advocates are organizing against new voter suppression bill Advocates also say the bill likely violates the Americans with Disability Act and section 208 of the Voting Rights Act. Patrick DarringtonApril 18, 2023
Legislature Alabama Democrats call for gun regulations after Dadeville shooting Democrats criticized their Republican colleagues for their inaction and stressed the need for meaningful regulations, such as red flag laws. Josh MoonApril 18, 2023
Legislature Rep. Hill files bill to allow judges to deviate from sentencing guidelines after trial Individuals guilty of certain nonviolent offenses can currently calculate their own sentences using the guidelines, whether they plead guilty or go to trial. Jacob HolmesApril 18, 2023
Legislature Organizers condemn “divisive concepts” bill The bill passed the House State Government Committee 9-3 with all of the white lawmakers voting yes. Patrick DarringtonApril 17, 2023
Legislature House has very little contention in third legislative week Most bills passed in the Alabama House last week sailed through without a single vote of opposition. Jacob HolmesApril 17, 2023
Legislature Alabama 2023 Legislative Report: Week Four The Alabama Legislature met for day eight, nine and 10 of its 2023 Legislative Session this past week. Beth LyonsApril 17, 2023
Legislature Ivey signs “good time” bill into law Under the new law, perfectly behaved incarcerated individuals will begin to earn 30 days off for each 30 days served. Jacob HolmesApril 15, 2023
Legislature Alabama Senate passes two economic development bills from the “Game Plan” The “Game Plan" aims to spur economic development in Alabama by increasing incentives for companies. Patrick DarringtonApril 14, 2023
Legislature Bill to ban “trigger activators” advances in House committee Only one lawmaker expressed any concern about the bill and the lack of language creating stiffer sentences. Jacob HolmesApril 14, 2023
Legislature Another anti-trans sports bill passed out of a House committee The bill would ban transgender athletes from participating in sports at public colleges and universities. Josh MoonApril 13, 2023