Congress Rep. Strong promotes Ella Sullins to Chief of Staff Strong promoted Ella Sullins, his legislative director, to chief of staff, recognizing her seven years of Capitol Hill experience. StaffFebruary 7, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt reintroduces Retirement Fairness for Charities and Educational Institutions Act The bill aims to equalize 403(b) retirement plans with 401(k)s, expanding investment options for non-profit employees. StaffFebruary 7, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell questions IRS on Elon Musk’s access to Americans’ private information “An unelected billionaire has absolutely no business handling the personal information of American taxpayers,” Sewell said. StaffFebruary 7, 2025
Legislature Alabama Senate passes “What is a Woman” bill The central aim of Sen. April Weaver's bill is to establish legal definitions of "male" and "female" based on biological sex. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 7, 2025
Prisons Alabama executes Demetrius Frazier with nitrogen, adding to state’s grim record Alabama has a long and deeply flawed history with capital punishment. Bill BrittFebruary 7, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | New bill would prohibit minors from making medical decisions In Alabama, some lawmakers believe a 12-year-old should be a mother, but a 17-year-old isn't mature enough to consent to substance abuse counseling. Josh MoonFebruary 7, 2025
Municipal elections Tanveer Patel announces candidacy for Hoover City Council A prominent figure in Alabama’s business and technology sectors, Patel co-founded and served as CEO of ConcertIDC. StaffFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature Alabama Senate’s anti-immigrant bills get public condemnation but committee approval The first day of committee meetings included a smorgasbord of anti-immigrant legislation. Josh MoonFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature Alabama Senate’s “What is a Woman” bill passes committee The bill, introduced by Sen. April Weaver, now receives a second reading in the Senate. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature Commission on Higher Education requests funding increases at budget hearing In addition to preparing budget recommendations on behalf of the state's public colleges and universities, ACHE is also responsible for administering financial aid. Alex JobinFebruary 6, 2025