Legislature Bill would require performance of National Anthem in public schools It would require public K-12 schools to broadcast the Star-Spangled Banner at least once a week. Patrick DarringtonApril 24, 2023
Legislature Economic incentives pass legislature, signed by Ivey The legislation would renew existing economic incentives from the Jobs Act while offering new opportunities. Patrick DarringtonApril 21, 2023
Legislature Rep. Ensler proposes bills to curb gun violence Ensler proposed eight bills ranging from mental health support and prevention programs to a "red flag law" and bans on "ghost guns" and Glock... Jacob HolmesApril 21, 2023
Legislature Bill increasing penalties for panhandling receives bipartisan support The bill increases the penalties for subsequent violations of the act and gives law enforcement the ability to take violators to a shelter. Jacob HolmesApril 21, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Alabama’s “Divisive Concepts” ban a pointless retread We are lackeys when it comes to pointless and politicized legislative efforts; more often imitators rather than innovators. Will NevinApril 21, 2023
Legislature Alabama Big 10 Mayors praise passage of economic development incentives bills This package of bills was item number one on the Alabama Big 10 Mayors’ 2023 legislative agenda. StaffApril 21, 2023
Legislature House committee approves bill criminalizing absentee ballot process The bill would make it a felony for individuals or organizations to assist voters with their absentee ballots. Patrick DarringtonApril 20, 2023
Legislature Bill to limit liability of home inspectors draws concerns from House Judiciary Committee Home inspectors say the current system has become unsustainable as the litigation has been abused to treat inspectors as warrantors. Jacob HolmesApril 20, 2023
Legislature Formerly incarcerated men plead for passage of “second chance” bill It would allow for resentencing of some individuals over the age of 50 who have served at least 15 years. Jacob HolmesApril 20, 2023
Legislature Lawmaker says Legislature cannot “legislate morality” in response to Dadeville shooting Senator Jay Hovey, whose district includes Dadeville, said lawmakers cannot “legislate morality” in response to Saturday’s mass shooting. Patrick DarringtonApril 19, 2023