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 “Good time” reduction bill passes House, heads to Ivey After the death of a Bibb County deputy last year, "good time" reductions drew renewed scrutiny. Josh MoonApril 12, 2023
Legislature Two bills targeting panhandling present in each chamber The proposed bills would “prohibit an individual from loitering on a public roadway or in the right-of-way of a public roadway.” Patrick DarringtonApril 12, 2023
Legislature ALGOP poll: Majority of Alabamians want to cut grocery tax There has been growing support among Republican lawmakers for the tax cut. StaffApril 12, 2023
Legislature Bill would allow cosmetology license reciprocity for military dependents House Bill 246 is part of an effort to create a national “cosmetology compact” for military personnel and dependents. StaffApril 11, 2023
Legislature Child care providers, parents call for more Pre-K, child care funds Advocates on Monday called on the Legislature to approve a combined $42 million increase in state investments. StaffApril 11, 2023
Legislature Alabama 2023 Legislative Report: Week Three 29 committee meetings were held throughout the week. Beth LyonsApril 11, 2023
Legislature “Divisive concepts” bill back on the calendar for Alabama House The bill advanced out of the House and a Senate committee last session but failed to reach the Senate floor. Jacob HolmesApril 10, 2023
Legislature Recap: What the Alabama House passed in its second legislative week Outside of one controversial bill that stalled regarding the use of cell phones while driving, the House remained mostly in sync last week. Jacob HolmesApril 10, 2023
Legislature Alabama Dems back expelled Tennessee lawmakers Following the expulsion of two Black lawmakers in Tennessee, Alabama Dems say they're ready to pick up the fight. Josh MoonApril 10, 2023
Legislature Alabama 2023 Senate Legislative Report: April 5-7 Throughout the week, the Senate passed a number of bills that the House will now consider. Patrick DarringtonApril 10, 2023