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 Holmes2 days ago
Legislature Alabama 2023 Legislative Report: Week Five The Alabama Legislature met for days 11, 12 and 13 of its 2023 Legislative Session. Beth LyonsApril 25, 2023
Legislature House stays busy in fourth legislative week In addition to passing Gov. Kay Ivey's economic incentives package and a ban on transgender athletes in women's sports, the House had a busy... Jacob HolmesApril 24, 2023
Legislature Bill to increase curbside alcohol limits divides House Republicans More Republicans voted against the bill than voted for it, but strong support from Democrats lifted it to passage. Jacob HolmesApril 24, 2023
Legislature Bill would require performance of National Anthem in public schools It would require public K-12 schools to broadcast the Star-Spangled Banner at least once a week. Patrick DarringtonApril 24, 2023
Legislature Economic incentives pass legislature, signed by Ivey The legislation would renew existing economic incentives from the Jobs Act while offering new opportunities. Patrick DarringtonApril 21, 2023
Legislature Rep. Ensler proposes bills to curb gun violence Ensler proposed eight bills ranging from mental health support and prevention programs to a "red flag law" and bans on "ghost guns" and Glock... Jacob HolmesApril 21, 2023
Legislature Bill increasing penalties for panhandling receives bipartisan support The bill increases the penalties for subsequent violations of the act and gives law enforcement the ability to take violators to a shelter. Jacob HolmesApril 21, 2023
Legislature Alabama Big 10 Mayors praise passage of economic development incentives bills This package of bills was item number one on the Alabama Big 10 Mayors’ 2023 legislative agenda. StaffApril 21, 2023
Legislature House committee approves bill criminalizing absentee ballot process The bill would make it a felony for individuals or organizations to assist voters with their absentee ballots. Patrick DarringtonApril 20, 2023
Legislature Bill to limit liability of home inspectors draws concerns from House Judiciary Committee Home inspectors say the current system has become unsustainable as the litigation has been abused to treat inspectors as warrantors. Jacob HolmesApril 20, 2023