Featured Opinion Opinion | Rep. Givan has nothing to apologize for Givan partially quoted the lyrics of a Jay-Z song as a sort of warning to Rep. Kenneth Paschal. She did not tell lies. Josh MoonMay 5, 2023
Legislature Senate committee OKs “divisive concepts” bill The bill would prohibit K-12 schools and colleges from promoting or endorsing certain "divisive concepts." Patrick DarringtonMay 4, 2023
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs new adoption codes into law The code is meant to streamline the state's adoption process and make it less burdensome for parents. Jacob HolmesMay 4, 2023
Legislature Senate committee cuts rebate from $400 per filer to $100 The change comes as lawmakers put their support behind reducing the state's grocery tax. Jacob HolmesMay 4, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | A horrible, awful, no good bill HB372 is supposed to be about building a Statehouse. Instead, it forgives election corruption and hides state contracts. Josh MoonMay 4, 2023
Legislature House Education Committee moves two bills, delays action on “choice” bill A bill reworking charter school governance and another streamlining teacher certifications for professionals got favorable reports. Josh MoonMay 4, 2023
Legislature Panhandling bill given favorable report by senate committee The bill would prohibit an individual from loitering on a public roadway maintained by the state. Patrick DarringtonMay 3, 2023
Legislature Week in review: Senate There were still a number of bills that passed despite one less day. Patrick DarringtonMay 3, 2023
Legislature Opinion | Alabama elected officials showed leadership with “The Game Plan” This package of bills served as an example of significant, well-thought-out, targeted legislation. Bill BrittMay 2, 2023
Legislature State Rep. James Lomax sponsors bill banning Chinese-made drones House Bill 321 mirrors measures that have already been introduced in other states and the U.S. Congress. StaffMay 2, 2023