Legislature Lawmaker files bill to make it harder to prosecute “stand your ground” cases The bill create a "presumption of reasonableness" and shift the burden of proof to the prosecution. Jacob Holmes3 days ago
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs new adoption codes into law The code is meant to streamline the state's adoption process and make it less burdensome for parents. Jacob HolmesMay 4, 2023
Legislature Senate committee strips water park, other project funding from $2.8B education bill Instead, the bill creates a grant program to help schools with capital projects and a new rainy day fund. Jacob HolmesMay 4, 2023
Legislature Senate committee cuts rebate from $400 per filer to $100 The change comes as lawmakers put their support behind reducing the state's grocery tax. Jacob HolmesMay 4, 2023
Legislature House Education Committee moves two bills, delays action on “choice” bill A bill reworking charter school governance and another streamlining teacher certifications for professionals got favorable reports. Josh MoonMay 4, 2023
Legislature Bill establishing parental rights as “fundamental rights” stalls in House Rep. Ernie Yarbrough, R-Trinity, said the far left supports parental rights when "chemically castrating children" but not for parents to know what material is... Jacob HolmesMay 3, 2023
Legislature Panhandling bill given favorable report by senate committee The bill would prohibit an individual from loitering on a public roadway maintained by the state. Patrick DarringtonMay 3, 2023
Legislature Week in review: Senate There were still a number of bills that passed despite one less day. Patrick DarringtonMay 3, 2023
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