Legislature House passes bill to require secret ballot union vote at businesses receiving incentives Opponents say unions are necessary to empower them to fight for fait pay and benefits. Patrick Darrington17 hours ago
Legislature Senate committee approves two monument bills One bill would make it a Class B felony to damage a monument during a riot, with a prison sentence up to 20 years. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 9, 2022
Legislature House passes bill to decriminalize possession of vintage slot machines An amendment to ensure the machines aren't used for private gambling failed. Jacob HolmesFebruary 9, 2022
Legislature Tax cut bill passes unanimously in Senate The tax would decrease individual income tax receipts to the state Education Trust Fund by an estimated $12,923,000. John H. GlennFebruary 8, 2022
Legislature Alabama 2022 Legislative Report: Week 3 The Legislature will return for day 7 of the legislative session on Feb. 8 with the House convening at 1 p.m. and the Senate... Beth LyonsFebruary 7, 2022
Legislature House passes first small business tax relief bill The bill would exempt up to $40,000 in business personal property tax. Jacob HolmesFebruary 7, 2022
Legislature Alabama Senate passes bill to prevent taxing Alabamians for COVID benefits The bill would prevent an additional $87.7 million in taxes for those who received expanded tax credits in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 4, 2022
Legislature State Sen. Smitherman promises lesson on national anthem next week Smitherman expressed concern over the National Anthem's third stanza, which references slaves. A bill would require the anthem played at public schools. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 4, 2022
Legislature Ainsworth announces Alabama small business commission legislative package The package includes tax cuts, tax exemptions, paperwork reductions, and other adjustments that benefit both small business employers and employees. StaffFebruary 4, 2022
Legislature State Sen. Smitherman voices concerns over school national anthem bill The bill would require the national anthem to be performed at least once a week at every public school and at sporting events. John H. GlennFebruary 3, 2022
Legislature House committee holds public hearing on riot bill The bill would change the definition of rioting, add penalties and require a 24-hour hold for anyone arrested for rioting without a hearing or... Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 3, 2022