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 Holmes7 days ago
Legislature Alabama Senate minority announces leadership Sen. Bobby Singleton, D-Greensboro, was elected to his second four-year term, a first for the Democratic group. Jacob HolmesJanuary 16, 2023
Legislature House Speaker Ledbetter announces standing committees The committees are a crucial piece of the legislative process. Jacob HolmesJanuary 13, 2023
Legislature Fairview Rep. Shedd named House majority whip Majority whip is the third highest position within the caucus leadership structure. Jacob HolmesJanuary 13, 2023
Legislature Rep. Oliver’s chairmanship questioned after behavior during veterans home outbreak At a recent Board of Veterans Affairs meeting, members questioned Oliver's fitness to serve as House veterans affairs committee chair. Bill BrittJanuary 12, 2023
Legislature Senate passes new rules as organizational session ends in Montgomery The session in the Senate lasted approximately 13 minutes, with little discussion on the rules package taking place on the floor. John H. GlennJanuary 12, 2023
Legislature Chambliss selected to serve as Senate majority whip As majority whip, Chambliss will work to advance the party's platform and guide member participation. Jacob HolmesJanuary 12, 2023
Legislature Hollis elected vice chair of Jefferson County delegation This is the first leadership position for Hollis, who was elected in 2017. Josh MoonJanuary 12, 2023
Legislature Alabama Senate Pro Tem Greg Reed announces senate committee assignments Senate President Pro Tempore Reed announced the 17 Senate standing committees, chairs and vice chairs, and committee members. Bill BrittJanuary 11, 2023
Legislature New House rules give more power to committees, change local bill contest process Committee amendments will now be completed in committee instead of requiring a vote on the floor. Jacob HolmesJanuary 11, 2023
Legislature Alabama Senate to debate rule changes Wednesday The Alabama Legislature will convene at 1 p.m. on Wednesday to continue its organizational session. John H. GlennJanuary 11, 2023