Legislature Birmingham mayor pushes for voter decision on gun permit laws Woodfin is calling for a local vote on gun permits to address rising homicides, urging lawmakers to empower Birmingham residents. Mary Claire Wooten3 days ago
Legislature Gov. Ivey to sign “Working for Alabama” legislative package The bipartisan seven-bill package emerged early in the session as an attempt to combat the state's low labor participation rate. Jacob HolmesMay 9, 2024
Legislature Bill penalizing voluntary recognition of unions is headed to governor’s desk Alabama follows Tennessee and Georgia by passing legislation that will punish businesses who voluntarily recognize unions. Chance PhillipsMay 9, 2024
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs bill requiring response to public records requests The Alabama Press Association and Alabama Broadcasters Association praised the bill for improving access to public records. Jacob HolmesMay 9, 2024
Legislature Controversial Ag Center bill passes legislature amid filibuster threats The bill paves the way for the creation of the Agriculture Exhibition Center Corporation to operate the Alabama Farm Center. StaffMay 9, 2024
Legislature Alabama Legislature passes seafood labeling bill The bill requires restaurants to disclose if the seafood they use in preparing dishes are domestic or imported products. StaffMay 9, 2024
Legislature Alabama Municipal Official Training Act signed into law The act specifically requires mayors and councilmembers to complete 10 hours of training annually. StaffMay 9, 2024
Legislature Rep. Chip Brown passes bill updating mental health services for veterans The Alabama House on Wednesday awarded final passage to the measure. StaffMay 9, 2024
Legislature Legislature sends $3.4 billion General Fund budget to Gov. Ivey The budget includes a 2 percent pay raise for state employees and increases for most agencies. Jacob HolmesMay 8, 2024
Legislature Senate committee delays ethics bill, tightening timeline for passage With only two days remaining in the legislative session, the bill may have been dealt a fatal blow. Jacob HolmesMay 8, 2024
Legislature Legislature OKs bill making it easier to employ 14- and 15-year-olds The bill would end the requirement for school officials to approve children under 16 working. Chance PhillipsMay 8, 2024