Legislature Hemp retailers sue Ivey, Marshall over law they call unconstitutional ban Four hemp companies claim the new law violates due process, criminalizes legal products, and threatens to destroy an industry under the guise of regulation. Bill Britt22 hours ago
Legislature Legislature approves bill banning cell phone use in classrooms The bill now heads to the desk of Gov. Kay Ivey, who has already signaled her approval and intent to sign the bill into... Jacob HolmesMay 8, 2025
Legislature Senate Democrats block Archives restructuring bill at last minute After three hours of holding up the legislative day, Sen. Chris Elliott relented and voted to non-concur, sending the bill to conference committee. Jacob HolmesMay 8, 2025
Legislature Grocery tax reduction bill heads to governor’s desk If signed, the grocery tax reduction would go into effect on Sept. 1 of this year. Alex JobinMay 8, 2025
Legislature House passes Senate bill raising age of medical consent for minors SB101 will raise the age of medical consent for minors from 14 to 16. Mary Claire WootenMay 8, 2025
Legislature Senate passes portmanteau bill making major restrictions on CBD products Smokable hemp and CBD products including flower buds and vapes will soon be banned in Alabama. Jacob HolmesMay 7, 2025
Legislature Senate passes bill to restructure Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles The legislation aims to expand the parole board from three members to five, and remove the power to appoint the board's chair from the... Alex JobinMay 7, 2025
Legislature Alabama bill criminalizes genetic theft, protects DNA privacy rights The bill creates a crime for unauthorized DNA use, addressing privacy concerns and gaps in current federal protections. Mary Claire WootenMay 7, 2025
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs “Lulu’s Law” to create shark alert system for Alabama beaches The system is modeled after Amber Alerts, designed to provide real-time information to beachgoers and emergency personnel. StaffMay 7, 2025
Legislature Bill to expand volunteer opportunities for retired physicians heads to Ivey’s desk House Bill 346 would remove the 100-hour annual volunteer service requirement for retired physicians. StaffMay 7, 2025
Governor Alabama Big 10 Mayors praise public safety legislation signed by Governor Ivey Senate Bills 118 and 119 received broad bipartisan support. StaffMay 7, 2025