Legislature Alabama Senate GOP votes today on new president pro tempore leadership The election represents more than just a change in leadership; it will set the tone for the future direction of the Alabama Senate Republican... Bill Britt3 hours ago
Legislature Swan song for Rep. Anthony Daniels? The House minority leader said during a recent interview that he might not hang around politics much longer. Josh MoonMay 30, 2024
Legislature Rep. Fidler announces town hall meetings On May 30, Fidler will host a town hall where she will give a review of the 2024 legislative session. StaffMay 22, 2024
Legislature Ivey signs “first grade readiness” bill into law Students entering first grade without completing kindergarten will take the assessment to determine whether they need educational intervention. Jacob HolmesMay 20, 2024
Legislature Since 2022, ALFA, PCI donated over $310,000 to senators who killed gambling bill Almost every senator who voted to kill the gambling bill has received significant contributions from ALFA or the PCI. Chance PhillipsMay 17, 2024
Legislature House member: Blame 15 Alabama senators for gambling legislation failing As lawmakers continue to get heat from constituents over gambling legislation failing, there is really only one group to blame. Josh MoonMay 16, 2024
Legislature How ALEC affects Alabama legislation The American Legislative Exchange Council influences bills behind the scenes in the state. Mary Claire WootenMay 16, 2024
Legislature Ivey signs bill banning ranked-choice voting into law The law gets ahead of a trending method of electing public officials that skews toward more moderate candidates. Jacob HolmesMay 13, 2024
Legislature Medical Association applauds bill to enhance school cardiac emergency preparedness The proposal, House Bill 290, requires K-12 schools to have a cardiac emergency response plan. StaffMay 13, 2024
Legislature Lawmakers pass $9.3 billion education budget The budget includes a pay raise for teachers as well as an increased starting salary to make the state more competitive in recruiting educators. Jacob HolmesMay 10, 2024
Legislature Gov. Ivey expresses doubts on possibility of a special session for gambling Despite concerted efforts to rally support for the bill, the lack of consensus among lawmakers proved insurmountable. Bill BrittMay 10, 2024