Legislature Alabama House passes Brownfield development bill The bill provides liability protections and creates redevelopment districts that allow for environmental cleanup efforts. StaffMay 11, 2023
Legislature March protesting anti-trans legislation planned for Tuesday During last year’s session and the current session the legislature has passed numerous anti-trans and anti-LGBTQ+ bills. Patrick DarringtonMay 10, 2023
Legislature Bill allowing AG to hide witness contracts passes the House The bill would also alter the law concerning election challenges and give the Legislature the authority to build a new Statehouse. Josh MoonMay 10, 2023
Legislature Bill banning Chinese ownership of property advances The bill prohibits Chinese citizens and businesses from owning property in Alabama. Josh MoonMay 10, 2023
Legislature Education budget includes $1M for Troy program combatting “woke capitalism” The money is directed to the Free Enterprise Scholars program, a new program at Troy. Jacob HolmesMay 9, 2023
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs bill loosening auto liability insurance requirements for service members Previously, Alabama military residents temporarily stationed outside of Alabama were required to maintain two policies. StaffMay 9, 2023
Legislature Week in review: Senate passes historic education budget The Senate passed a historic education budget worth $8.8 billion, including a $2 billion supplemental package. Patrick DarringtonMay 8, 2023
Legislature Week in review: House stalls as Democrats filibuster The House had a typically busy day on Tuesday with broad support of most bills. Jacob HolmesMay 8, 2023
Legislature Bill to abolish constables in Talladega County gains approval of House committee Sheriff Jimmy Kilgore said the constables are not adequately trained and pose a liability risk to the county. Jacob HolmesMay 8, 2023
Legislature HRC condemns anti-transgender sports ban The bill passed the Senate and now moves to Gov. Kay Ivey’s desk to be signed into law. Patrick DarringtonMay 5, 2023