Governor Ivey signs bill setting mandatory minimums for fentanyl trafficking Ivey signed the bill just hours after it was approved by the Senate without any discussion or debate. Jacob HolmesApril 7, 2023
Legislature Bill seeks to create manslaughter charges for drug trafficking leading to overdose Another 23 states have such a law on the books and more states are currently considering similar legislation. Jacob HolmesMarch 31, 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 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
Legislature Exclusive: DAs Association pushing bills on gun crime, retail theft and fentanyl One bill would add additional penalties for individuals convicted of a violent crime caught in possession of a firearm. John H. GlennMarch 22, 2023
Opinion Opinion | It’s time to put fentanyl dealers behind bars Unlike the trafficking of every other dangerous drug in this state, fentanyl trafficking does not have a mandatory prison sentence. Matt SimpsonMarch 21, 2023
Health Medical associations launch campaign to warn Alabamians of fentanyl dangers The "Odds Are Alabama" campaign will highlight the dangers of using any drugs or medications that aren't from a pharmacy. Jacob HolmesMarch 14, 2023
Congress U.S. Senator Katie Britt’s first month in office “I’ve hit the ground running in the Senate, fighting for Alabama’s people," Britt said. StaffFebruary 6, 2023
Legislature 2023 Legislative Session whip around: A look at what’s been pre-filed so far With a month before the first session of the quadrennium, only 16 pre-filed bills have been made available to the public. Jacob HolmesFebruary 3, 2023
Legislature First pre-filed bill of new session aimed to crack down on fentanyl dealers The bill adds mandatory minimum sentences for people possessing amounts of fentanyl that signify an intent to distribute the deadly drug. Jacob HolmesJanuary 18, 2023