State A million dollar move for Pardons and Paroles An ill-advised move in 2019 will end up costing taxpayers more than a million dollars for BPP to wind up in the same building. Josh MoonMarch 24, 2023
Legislature House unanimously approves bill targeting fentanyl traffickers Gov. Kay Ivey urged the Alabama Senate to pass the bill quickly so she can sign it into law as soon as possible. Jacob HolmesMarch 24, 2023
Legislature Sen. Gudger’s patient visitation bill passes Alabama Senate The legislation would allow residents and patients of health care facilities to "visit with any individual of their choosing" during visiting hours. John H. GlennMarch 24, 2023
Legislature Alabama Senate passes bill to cut correctional incentive time The bill ostensibly tightens an already narrow window for incarcerated individuals serving in historically overcrowded prisons. John H. GlennMarch 24, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Broadband expansion During the recent special session, we allocated $260 million in ARPA dollars to help the state continue building its broadband infrastructure. Clay ScofieldMarch 24, 2023
State Business Council of Alabama announces “Renew Alabama” The four-year plan aims to propel Alabama to become a national leader in innovation, workforce development, healthcare and economic growth. StaffMarch 24, 2023
Legislature Alabama Senate passes liquor liability insurance reform With this legislation, the cost of liquor liability insurance for restaurant and bar owners should decrease. StaffMarch 24, 2023
Legislature Fentanyl trafficking bill moves forward out of House committee The bill would create mandatory minimum sentences for possession of fentanyl that indicate trafficking. Jacob HolmesMarch 23, 2023
Municipal elections Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed launches re-election campaign Montgomery municipal elections are scheduled for later this year. John H. GlennMarch 23, 2023
News Bills to slash “good time” accrual advance in House and Senate committees Opponents raised concerns about overcrowding and losing one of the few incentives for good behavior within the prisons. Jacob HolmesMarch 23, 2023