Legislature Mayor Randall Woodfin announces Birmingham’s 2026 legislative priorities The mayor added that Birmingham's legislative delegation has shown strong bipartisan support for the policies. Alex Jobin19 hours ago
Legislature Week Three: Alabama Legislature advances key public safety bills Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter, R-Rainsville, described the week as a success. StaffFebruary 21, 2025
Legislature Senate committee hears complex arguments for bills regulating PBMs Two bills seek to limit costs and protect independent pharmacies by capping prescription prices and guaranteeing reimbursement rates. Josh MoonFebruary 20, 2025
Legislature Second Chance bill passes Senate Judiciary Committee The bill received a favorable report with nine affirmative votes in the 12 person quorum. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 20, 2025
Legislature Lawmakers and proponents debate police immunity bill at public hearing HB202 will appear before the House Judiciary Committee again next week. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 20, 2025
Legislature Bill prioritizing private insurance coverage of children’s healthcare passes committee The proposal would give judges the power to mandate that a child currently covered by Medicaid be added to a parent's employer-provided insurance. Alex JobinFebruary 20, 2025
Legislature Several bills introduced targeting illegal immigration Several representatives have introduced new legislation targeting illegal immigration. StaffFebruary 20, 2025
Legislature Committee OKs bill to change Archives and History governance The bill's sponsor was among Republicans who criticized ADAH in 2023 for hosting a presentation on LGBTQ+ history. Wesley WalterFebruary 19, 2025
Legislature Alabama House passes Safe Alabama Package to boost law enforcement The legislative package has garnered bipartisan support. StaffFebruary 19, 2025
Legislature Senate committee approves two amendments to state code on voting Two voting-related bills, SB142 and SB158, passed, addressing registration updates and ID requirements Mary Claire WootenFebruary 19, 2025
Legislature House Boards, Agencies and Commissions Committee approve bills to renew existence Under state law, enumerated state agencies are periodically reviewed by the Alabama Sunset Committee. Alex JobinFebruary 19, 2025