Legislature State retirees to get hit with another premium increase Despite not receiving a cost-of-living adjustment in two decades, Alabama retirees are about to get hit with another premium increase. Josh MoonSeptember 2, 2026
Legislature Anti-trans health care bill’s sponsor, doctor clash publicly over “dangerous legislation” Dr. Elizabeth Dawson says her state legislator is mischaracterizing what his bill would outlaw. Micah DanneyMarch 9, 2021
Legislature Senate is expected to take up Marsh’s gambling bill this week The Senate is expected to vote on a bill to create a lottery, casinos and expand Indian gaming in Alabama. Brandon MoseleyMarch 9, 2021
Legislature House will vote on the General Fund budget on Tuesday The House is set to vote on the largest General Fund budget in state history Tuesday. Brandon MoseleyMarch 8, 2021
Legislature Alabama 2021 Legislative Report: Week four This coming week the House will take up the General Fund Budget and the Senate is expected to debate the casino/lottery bill. Beth LyonsMarch 8, 2021
Legislature Senate passes bill to create statewide database on law enforcement officers All law enforcement agencies would be required to share information about all of their officers. Brandon MoseleyMarch 5, 2021
Legislature Senate passes limited election audit bill The bill authorizes the secretary of state's office to audit the 2022 election results of three Alabama counties. Brandon MoseleyMarch 5, 2021
Legislature Ainsworth praises House for passage of military bills package The package of bills was originally designed to retain and improve the federal military presence and investment across the state. Brandon MoseleyMarch 5, 2021
Legislature Committee OKs bill making state health officer a cabinet position Senate Bill 240 would change the state health officer into a cabinet-level position appointed by the governor. Brandon MoseleyMarch 4, 2021
Legislature Senate passes Marsh’s broadband bill Senate Bill 215 would set up an authority that would have the power to issue contracts to companies to carry broadband. Brandon MoseleyMarch 4, 2021
Legislature Senators Reed, Singleton welcome Kirk Hatcher to the Senate Hatcher was sworn in to represent District 26 in the Alabama State Senate. StaffMarch 4, 2021