Legislature House to debate “Don’t Say Gay” expansion bill today The Alabama House will debate whether to extend prohibitions through to the end of high school. Jacob Holmes10 hours ago
Governor Governor signs bill to increase capital where getting financing is difficult Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday signed legislation to get capital to small businesses in rural and impoverished areas of Alabama. Brandon MoseleyMay 25, 2021
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey signs criminal justice reform bills into law While the Legislature took up some reform measures this session, lawmakers declined to pass more substantive sentencing reforms. Eddie BurkhalterMay 24, 2021
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey signs resolution supporting Israel Some Democrats voiced opposition to the resolution following the deaths of more than 200 Palestinian civilians after Israeli attacks. Eddie BurkhalterMay 24, 2021
Governor Governor signs bill allowing restaurants to have dog dining areas Restaurants will be allowed to set aside outside dining areas where customers can eat meals with their dogs. Brandon MoseleyMay 24, 2021
Governor Marijuana advocates celebrate after Ivey signs medical marijuana legislation Marijuana advocates thanked Gov. Kay Ivey for signing the medical marijuana bill and sponsors for their work carrying the legislation. Brandon MoseleyMay 21, 2021
Governor Governor signs bill to end Alabama’s school yoga ban Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation ending the ban on yoga in Alabama public schools. Brandon MoseleyMay 21, 2021
Elections Alabama Sen. Jim McClendon will not seek reelection in 2022 McClendon has served five terms in the Legislature and serves as co-chair of the Joint Reapportionment Committee. Eddie BurkhalterMay 20, 2021
Legislature Alabama becomes latest state to legalize medical marijuana The bill's sponsor estimates that it will be at least a year before medical marijuana will be available in Alabama. Brandon MoseleyMay 20, 2021
Governor Governor signs innovation bills to help accelerate economic development Both bills were priorities of the Alabama Innovation Commission. Brandon MoseleyMay 20, 2021
Legislature House Speaker says that 2021 was a good session Despite the House's inability to pass a gambling bill, Speaker Mac McCutcheon said that the 2021 Legislative Session was a good one. Brandon MoseleyMay 19, 2021