Legislature
Rep. Whitt filed HB455 last week amidst an ongoing attempt for Alabama lawmakers to regulate the psychoactive cannabinoids.
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- Elections
Wes Allen praises Trump’s executive order prioritizing election integrity
Alabama House passes bill to establish post-election audits
After APR exposed David Cole’s fraud, Tuberville’s residency next in the crosshairs
Cindy Myrex announces bid for Alabama House District 12 seat
Givhan says it out loud: Is Tuberville running for governor … from Florida?
- Governor
Gov. Ivey releases GenAI Task Force final report
Governor signs bill allowing private schools to contract school resource officers
Governor signs SB115, the Officer Impersonation Prevention Act
Governor signs Senate Bill 67 to further elevate veteran needs in Alabama
Gov. Ivey signs bill to establish Alabama Veterans Resource Center
- Legislature
Proposed bill would give ABC regulatory authority over some Delta-8 products
Midwives Alliance allege “backroom politics,” pull support of regulatory bill
Governor signs bill allowing private schools to contract school resource officers
This Alabama state representative wants to outlaw human cloning
Over 200 rally at State House to push for grocery tax reduction
- Economy
Alabama grows with $7 billion in new investments in 2024
Alabama labor force steady at 57.6 percent, unemployment at 3.3 percent
Sen. Tuberville cosponsors bill to secure one million Bitcoin for reserve
Poarch Creek Indians’ economic impact in Alabama tops $4 billion
January 2025 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report
- National
Sen. Britt announces formation of Republican Women’s Caucus
Rep. Sewell congratulates High School Basketball Champions in the 7th District
Rep. Sewell advocates for Alabama’s trade interests in House subcommittee
Sen. Britt introduces legislation to improve passenger vehicle safety
Rep. Sewell’s statement on Trump Administration’s mishandling of classified information
- Education
Trump’s elimination of the Dept. of Ed. could harm Alabama’s public schools
Troy University launches College of Science and Engineering
ACHE highlights Alabama’s national leadership in apprenticeships, policy
State Superintendent Mackey reassures Board of Education amid federal cuts
Rep. Sewell welcomes Dr. Walter Gonsoulin as National Superintendent of the Year
- Health
Alabama honors doctors amid growing physician crisis
Southern Medicaid advocates lambast proposed federal cuts
Midwives Alliance allege “backroom politics,” pull support of regulatory bill
Senate committee approves bill regulating PBMs, protecting local pharmacies
Cancer advocate urges Alabama senators to protect research funding
- Opinion
Congress
Sewell raised concern about Alabama’s trade stability during a Trade Subcommittee meeting on Tuesday.
Courts
The high court heard a similar case in Alabama in 2023, which led to a second district that could elect a Black lawmaker.
Legislature
The bill would eliminate sales tax on diapers, baby formula and menstrual products, saving taxpayers $13 million annually.
Legislature
Under current law, inmates are not permitted to attend their parole hearings.
Legislature
HB340 states that DHR must notify families of rights and improve transparency, but faces opposition over inhibiting investigations.
Legislature
SB156, which failed on its first vote, was reconsidered and passed before the Senate adjourned Tuesday.
Courts
Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals denied Mac Marquette’s request, allowing his immunity hearing to proceed as scheduled.
Education
Dr. Mackey said that currently, he does not believe federal cuts will not impact core programs but communication and structure may change.
Legislature
SB230, sponsored by Sen. Vivian Figures, D-Mobile, would take effect immediately.