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 Formerly incarcerated men plead for passage of “second chance” bill It would allow for resentencing of some individuals over the age of 50 who have served at least 15 years. Jacob HolmesApril 20, 2023
Legislature Lawmaker says Legislature cannot “legislate morality” in response to Dadeville shooting Senator Jay Hovey, whose district includes Dadeville, said lawmakers cannot “legislate morality” in response to Saturday’s mass shooting. Patrick DarringtonApril 19, 2023
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs patient-visitation legislation into law The law will give visitors more access to their loved ones in healthcare facilities including hospitals and assisted living facilities. Patrick DarringtonApril 19, 2023
Legislature House passes “first grade readiness” bill Under the law, students would either need to complete kindergarten or pass an assessment before first grade. Jacob HolmesApril 19, 2023
Legislature Alabama House passes bill banning transgender women from college women’s sports The bill passed with the support of several Democrats in addition to Republicans. Jacob HolmesApril 19, 2023
Legislature House votes to remove “failing school” label The bottom six percent of schools would instead be called just what they are, "the lowest six percent." Jacob HolmesApril 19, 2023
Legislature Sen. Clay Scofield earns NFIB Guardian of Small Business Award The Guardian of Small Business Award is the most prestigious the National Federation of Independent Business bestows on legislators. StaffApril 19, 2023
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