Legislature Hunger relief organizations urge lawmakers to fund Summer EBT The federal government still funds the cost of the meals and only requires states to fund a portion of the administration costs. Jacob Holmes2 hours ago
Legislature House committee advances COVID liability bill The sponsor said the legislation would give businesses, churches, schools and others immunity from civil liability resulting from the COVID-19 crisis. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 11, 2021
Legislature BCA applauds passage of Taxpayer Stimulus Freedom and Business Tax Competitiveness acts The bill passed the Senate on Wednesday by a vote of 27-0 before being sent to the governor’s desk. StaffFebruary 11, 2021
Legislature House passes bill to bring back retired judges to deal with case backlog Retired judges could be brought in on a part-time basis to deal with the judge shortage and a growing backlog of cases. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 11, 2021
Legislature Bill to allow the collecting of antique slot machines passes the House HB135 would allow people to collect pre-1960 slot machines. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 11, 2021
Legislature Analysis | “Grand deal” gaming bill would be a win for the state "It’s not perfect, but it’s probably about as close as we’re going to get." Josh MoonFebruary 10, 2021
Legislature House passes bill to give some prisoners an opportunity for resentencing The cases would go back to the trial judge, not the Pardons and Paroles Board. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 10, 2021
Legislature Lawmaker sponsors bill to shield Alabamians from federal firearms laws House Bill 337 would prohibit state and local agencies from enforcing some federal firearms laws. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 10, 2021
Legislature House passes bill giving ALEA wiretapping authority in drug trafficking cases HB17 passed the House by a vote of 80 to 14 with five members abstaining. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 10, 2021
Legislature Controversial athletics trainer bill is carried over in state Senate Some senators raised questions about whether or not it expanded the scope of practice of athletic trainers. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 9, 2021
Legislature Bill to exempt COVID relief payments from Alabama income tax passes House The bill would exclude COVID relief payments from Alabama's individual income tax. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 8, 2021