Governor Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles officers officially recognized as law enforcement Gov. Kay Ivey signed legislation that will designate parole and probation officers as state law enforcement personnel. Mary Claire Wooten1 day ago
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey signs resolution supporting Israel Some Democrats voiced opposition to the resolution following the deaths of more than 200 Palestinian civilians after Israeli attacks. Eddie BurkhalterMay 24, 2021
Governor Governor signs bill allowing restaurants to have dog dining areas Restaurants will be allowed to set aside outside dining areas where customers can eat meals with their dogs. Brandon MoseleyMay 24, 2021
Governor Marijuana advocates celebrate after Ivey signs medical marijuana legislation Marijuana advocates thanked Gov. Kay Ivey for signing the medical marijuana bill and sponsors for their work carrying the legislation. Brandon MoseleyMay 21, 2021
Governor Governor signs bill to end Alabama’s school yoga ban Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation ending the ban on yoga in Alabama public schools. Brandon MoseleyMay 21, 2021
Elections Alabama Sen. Jim McClendon will not seek reelection in 2022 McClendon has served five terms in the Legislature and serves as co-chair of the Joint Reapportionment Committee. Eddie BurkhalterMay 20, 2021
Legislature Alabama becomes latest state to legalize medical marijuana The bill's sponsor estimates that it will be at least a year before medical marijuana will be available in Alabama. Brandon MoseleyMay 20, 2021
Governor Governor signs innovation bills to help accelerate economic development Both bills were priorities of the Alabama Innovation Commission. Brandon MoseleyMay 20, 2021
Legislature House Speaker says that 2021 was a good session Despite the House's inability to pass a gambling bill, Speaker Mac McCutcheon said that the 2021 Legislative Session was a good one. Brandon MoseleyMay 19, 2021
Legislature Senate leadership “pleased” with the 2021 Legislative Session Senate President Pro Tem Greg Reed, R-Jasper, said he was pleased with the outcome of the 2021 Legislative Session. Brandon MoseleyMay 19, 2021
Legislature Social conservative disappointed with the 2021 Legislative Session Social conservatives felt that their bills were not given priority by leadership during the 2021 Legislative Session. Brandon MoseleyMay 19, 2021