Legislature Prefiled bill would require ignition interlock devices for first-time DUI offenders A prefiled bill for the 2026 Legislative Session could make ignition interlock devices a requirement for first-time DUI offenders in Alabama. Alex Jobin7 hours ago
Legislature Bill to politicize Archives board fails on final day of session Legislation seeking to grant political leaders control over appointments to the Alabama Department of Archives and History board died in the Senate. Jacob HolmesMay 15, 2025
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs major hemp, CBD restrictions into law despite calls for veto The new law bans smokable and Delta strain products, limits THC content, and restricts where hemp and CBD can be sold. Jacob HolmesMay 15, 2025
Legislature Rep. Bolton receives 2025 Shroud Award for “deadest bill” of the session The Alabama House Shroud Award went to a failed child safety bill, honored as the session’s most thoroughly defeated legislation. Mary Claire WootenMay 15, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey signs FOCUS Act banning cell phones in Alabama schools The new law aims to reduce distractions in classrooms, allowing students to better focus on learning and improve academic outcomes. StaffMay 15, 2025
Governor Alabamians urge veto of HB445, warning of job losses and hemp industry collapse Rushed legislation could devastate small businesses, limit patient care, and fuel illegal markets, critics say Bill BrittMay 13, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey signs law expanding entertainment incentives to include music albums It carries over unspent funds, adds music albums and renames the film office. StaffMay 13, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey signs bills to tighten voter ID, expand immigrant biometric collection SB158 bars foreign driver’s licenses for voting and SB63 mandates biometric collection from illegal immigrants to boost safety. StaffMay 13, 2025
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs HB152, exempts sales tax on baby, maternity, hygiene items The law takes effect Sept. 1, providing relief to families and seniors on essential goods like diapers, formula, and feminine products. StaffMay 12, 2025
Legislature Alabama 2025 Legislative Report: Week Twelve The Legislature will next convene for the 30th and final day on Wednesday, May 14. Beth LyonsMay 12, 2025
Elections Secretary of state celebrates foreign voter ID legislation’s passage Lawmakers passed SB158, prohibiting foreign national IDs for voting, a measure Secretary Wes Allen says ensures only American citizens vote. Wesley WalterMay 9, 2025