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 Wooten2 days ago
Governor Governor signs Senate Bill 67 to further elevate veteran needs in Alabama The new law allows the governor to directly appoint and supervise the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs commissioner. StaffMarch 19, 2025
Legislature Lawmaker files bill to make it harder to prosecute “stand your ground” cases The bill create a "presumption of reasonableness" and shift the burden of proof to the prosecution. Jacob HolmesMarch 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
Elections Alabama House to consider bill requiring post-election audits The proposal would require post-election audits after every county and statewide general election in Alabama. Alex JobinMarch 12, 2025
Legislature Lawmakers to tackle tax relief bills upon return from spring break HB386 would reduce the tax on groceries by an additional 1 percent as the state draws closer to eliminating the tax altogether. Jacob HolmesMarch 11, 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 Alabama 2025 Legislative Report: Week Four 652 bills have been introduced to date. Beth LyonsMarch 11, 2025
Legislature House passes bill to increase penalties for resisting arrest HB265 looks to elevate the penalty to a Class A misdemeanor, which could result in up to a year in jail. Alex JobinMarch 10, 2025
Legislature House votes to expand police immunity after lengthy debate Democrats argued the bill goes too far and weakens accountability for law enforcement officers. Jacob HolmesMarch 7, 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