Legislature
Despite the House's inability to pass a gambling bill, Speaker Mac McCutcheon said that the 2021 Legislative Session was a good one.
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Cancer advocate urges Alabama senators to protect research funding
Rep. Sewell votes against Trump-Johnson spending bill
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Rep. Sewell welcomes Dr. Walter Gonsoulin as National Superintendent of the Year
ACCS and AAMA to offer scholarships for automotive manufacturing
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Troy University introduces University Honors Global Scholars Program
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Alabama House committee approves presumptive Medicaid care
Jackson Hospital files for bankruptcy, state lawmakers speak out in support
U.S. Senator Katie Britt continues fight to improve rural obstetrics care
Program seeks to improve youth mental health care with federal funds
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lottery stories
Legislature
Senate President Pro Tem Greg Reed, R-Jasper, said he was pleased with the outcome of the 2021 Legislative Session.
Legislature
McCutcheon said that the governor might call a special session on gambling "if there is an opportunity.”
Legislature
If the House tries to take up gambling on the last day of the session, it would likely kill dozens of other priority bills.
Featured Opinion
"A wise politician knows to get the best deal you can right now and come back for more later."
Legislature
There are a lot of criticisms of the gambling bill. Here's an explanation for why most of them fall flat.
State
Language regarding licensing and locations could make or break the legislation.
Legislature
Holmes is sponsoring legislation to strengthen the Alabama Memorials Preservation Act and ban tianeptine.
Legislature
The once-dead gaming bill was brought back to life Tuesday, and it passed the same Senate where it had previously failed.
Legislature
The Alabama Senate is expected to vote on Sen. Jim McClendon's lottery bill, SB319, when it meets on Tuesday.