Legislature Alabama 2024 Legislative Report: Week Seven The Legislature will return to begin its 20th legislative day out of 30 on April 9. Beth LyonsApril 8, 2024
News Top doctor resigns from medical cannabis commission Szaflarski’s resignation comes as lawmakers are trying to drag the AMCC out of litigation and get the medical marijuana licensure process moving again. Josh MoonApril 5, 2024
Economy Mercedes Benz workers file for an election to join the UAW "Working-class people have the power to change the world; that's what you're fighting for right now," Fain said. Patrick DarringtonApril 5, 2024
Legislature Gambling legislation heads to committee: “A lot of what we do defies all logic” Lawmakers from each house will attempt to work out a compromise gaming bill, with $1.2 billion annually in the balance. Josh MoonApril 5, 2024
Featured Opinion Opinion | SB1 ignites legal battle: A fight for voter rights and democracy The backlash is a reflection of a broader concern for the foundational principles of our democracy. Bill BrittApril 5, 2024
Legislature House education budget chair says $750K being “redirected” from Library Service That represents a nearly 5 percent decrease in the state agency's operation budget. Jacob HolmesApril 5, 2024
Legislature “Second Chance” bill dies in House, leaving elderly men to die in prison The bill would have provided a procedure for some individuals to undergo review for possible release. Jacob HolmesApril 5, 2024
Elections Absentee voting deadlines approach for primary runoff election Election managers must receive mail-in absentee ballot applications by Tuesday, April 9. StaffApril 5, 2024
Elections Lawsuit filed to block criminalization of absentee ballot assistance The lawsuit challenges SB1 as violating the First and Fourteenth Amendments. StaffApril 5, 2024
Legislature Rep. Craig Lipscomb’s anti-squatter bill passes Alabama House HB182 increases penalties for individuals who enter a residence that is not their own. StaffApril 5, 2024