Legislature Debate continues on bill requiring default parental controls on devices The committee did not vote on the bill, but expects to vote on it next week. Jacob Holmes7 hours ago
Legislature Roofer fined for teen’s death as bill filed to ease child labor restrictions On July 1, 2019, a 15-year-old was working on a roof in Cullman and fell about 50 feet to the ground. Patrick DarringtonFebruary 8, 2024
Legislature Sen. Greg Reed’s “Parents’ Right to Know” bill approved by Senate Committee The bill requires curricula that will be used in each classroom to be posted on the school website. StaffFebruary 8, 2024
Legislature Rep. Chip Brown elected vice chair of Alabama House Republican Caucus The position was vacated when former Rep. Wes Kitchens won a special election to the Senate last month. StaffFebruary 8, 2024
Legislature House GOP Caucus releases platform for 2024 session The legislative platform details the issues that the body’s GOP members have unanimously agreed to prioritize. StaffFebruary 6, 2024
Legislature Sen. April Weaver targets A.I. child porn with legislation The legislation was prompted by a recent incident in Demopolis. StaffFebruary 6, 2024
Legislature Alabama lawmakers file bill to stiffen consequences for false reporting The bill would make faking an abduction a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison. Jacob HolmesFebruary 5, 2024
Legislature Alabama Democrats unveil 2024 legislative agenda Alabama Democrats released their legislative agenda last week ahead of the 2024 Legislative Session. Jacob HolmesFebruary 5, 2024
Legislature Rep. Chip Brown sponsors bill requiring labeling on seafood products Under current state law, seafood suppliers are required to inform grocery stores and restaurants about the country of origin. StaffJanuary 30, 2024
Legislature Senate Republicans welcome Wes Kitchens as new District 9 senator Kitchens took the oath of office at the Marshall County Courthouse Tuesday, Jan. 23. StaffJanuary 24, 2024
Legislature Rep. Ensler’s town hall: Tackling gun violence, mental health on Jan. 28 The agenda for this gathering includes a series of topics that are at the forefront of the local and state concerns. StaffJanuary 23, 2024