Legislature Sen. April Weaver to co-chair healthcare committee of Rural Roadmap Initiative Weaver was selected last week to co-chair a key committee, tasked with developing legislation to improve healthcare outcomes in rural Alabama. Staff7 days ago
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
Legislature Alabama House Democrats reflect on 2025 Legislative Session Alabama House Democrats criticized partisan politics, urging a focus on issues directly impacting their constituents. Mary Claire WootenMay 9, 2025
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