Legislature Alabama Senate passes Second Chance bill SB156, which failed on its first vote, was reconsidered and passed before the Senate adjourned Tuesday. Mary Claire WootenMarch 19, 2025
Courts Appeals court denies former officer’s request to remove judge before hearing Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals denied Mac Marquette’s request, allowing his immunity hearing to proceed as scheduled. Mary Claire WootenMarch 18, 2025
Education State Superintendent Mackey reassures Board of Education amid federal cuts Dr. Mackey said that currently, he does not believe federal cuts will not impact core programs but communication and structure may change. Mary Claire WootenMarch 14, 2025
Legislature Bill proposes the state reimburse residents for stolen SNAP benefits SB230, sponsored by Sen. Vivian Figures, D-Mobile, would take effect immediately. Mary Claire WootenMarch 13, 2025
News Aderholt leads amicus brief against “forced ideological instruction” The brief challenges school policies on instruction, citing parental rights and government overreach concerns. Mary Claire WootenMarch 12, 2025
Legislature Bill would expand scrap tire enforcement in some cities, increase penalties HB145 and SB46 would grant Class 2 cities power to enforce scrap tire violations and expand municipal court jurisdiction for violations. Mary Claire WootenMarch 11, 2025
Legislature Bill criminalizing Glock switch possession passes in House Alabama House approved a bill making Glock switch possession a felony, citing rising gun violence around the state. Mary Claire WootenMarch 7, 2025
Legislature Committee approves bill expanding death penalty for child sexual assault The Senate Judiciary Committee approved HB49 which proposes the death penalty for child rape and sodomy under 12. Mary Claire WootenMarch 6, 2025
Legislature Bill mandating religious instruction elective credit sparks debate A public hearing was held for HB342, which would mandate elective credit for students attending off-campus religious instruction. Mary Claire WootenMarch 6, 2025
Legislature Alabama Senate passes bill to create parental leave for state employees, teachers SB199 passed the Senate Wednesday afternoon, as amended. Mary Claire WootenMarch 6, 2025