Legislature Grocery tax reduction bill heads to governor’s desk If signed, the grocery tax reduction would go into effect on Sept. 1 of this year. Alex JobinMay 8, 2025
Legislature Senate passes bill to restructure Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles The legislation aims to expand the parole board from three members to five, and remove the power to appoint the board's chair from the... Alex JobinMay 7, 2025
Legislature Bill restricting firearm access for felons, immigrants, minors heads to governor’s desk SB119 expands firearm prohibitions for recent and repeat felons, undocumented immigrants and minors, and significantly increases penalties for illegal possession. Alex JobinMay 6, 2025
Congress Tuberville introduces “Understanding the True Cost of College Act” The legislation would create a uniform financial aid offer form and standardize terms to describe financial aid. Alex JobinMay 5, 2025
Legislature Bill limiting youthful offender status for murder heads to Senate floor Legislation removing judicial discretion for certain murder charges has advanced in the Alabama Senate. Alex JobinMay 2, 2025
Legislature Senate Judiciary Committee passes law enforcement immunity bill despite objections The committee advanced HB202 to broaden law enforcement immunity amid criticism over its vague protections against excessive force. Alex JobinMay 1, 2025
Legislature Senate Judiciary Committee shoots down bill to restore partial bail in Alabama The committee ultimately rejected HB42 by a thin margin. Alex JobinMay 1, 2025
Legislature House bill would exempt eyeglasses and contact lenses from Alabama sales tax The Alabama House unanimously passed HB176 to exempt prescribed eyeglasses and contact lenses from state sales tax, sending the bill to the Senate. Alex JobinApril 30, 2025
Public safety Data reveals Alabama to have fifth highest rate of gun violence in the U.S. With a rate of 213.6 shooting incidents per 100,000 residents, Alabama ranks fifth in gun violence per capita. Alex JobinApril 29, 2025
Courts Court challenges Alabama statute barring sex offenders from living with their children The Eleventh Circuit effectively ruled a section of the Alabama Sex Offender Registration and Community Notification Act unconstitutional. Alex JobinApril 28, 2025