Legislature Opinion | Alabama’s GOP budget chairs lead state to fiscal strength The days of “robbing Peter to pay Paul” came to a screeching halt under Republican leadership. Steve Flowers3 days ago
Legislature Bill to deny youthful offender status for murder charges passes committee HB146 seeks to deny youthful offender status to anyone older than 16 that's charged with murder or capital murder. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 27, 2025
Legislature Rep. Kenneth Paschal files due process bill for DHR investigations Under the provisions of House Bill 340, DHR will be required to notify parents, guardians, or custodians in writing if they are under investigation. StaffFebruary 27, 2025
Legislature Advocates call on state lawmakers to expand Medicaid, oppose farm bureau health plans Alabama is one of just 10 states that has not yet expanded Medicaid coverage, and advocates said the Medicaid gap can be deadly. Jacob HolmesFebruary 26, 2025
Legislature Gov. Ivey’s ADVA restructuring bill gains key veterans’ support The Veterans of Foreign Wars, The American Legion, and the American Veterans have collectively endorsed the bill. StaffFebruary 26, 2025
Legislature Bill backed by Gov. Ivey would secure paid parental leave for state employees, educators Sponsored by Sen. Vivian Figures and Rep. Ginny Shaver, the proposal would provide eligible state and public school employees with fully paid parental leave. StaffFebruary 26, 2025
Legislature Vets rally against bill gutting state VA board SB67, led by Sen. Andrew Jones, R-Centre, will go before a House committee this morning as the bill gets closer to becoming law. Jacob HolmesFebruary 26, 2025
Infrastructure Opinion | SB110 is a costly mistake that puts Alabama’s roads at risk This bill isn’t about making roads better. It’s about shifting costs from a select few businesses while leaving everyone else to foot the bill. Bill BrittFebruary 26, 2025
Legislature Alabama Senate approves bill to make possessing a conversion device a felony SB116 would make possession and machine gun conversion devices, commonly known as Glock switches, punishable by up to 10 years in prison. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 26, 2025
Legislature SB84 seeks to authorize Alfa health plans for members SB84 would authorize Alfa to offer health coverage to farmers, addressing high costs for the group but raising concerns about consumer protections. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 25, 2025
Legislature ACCA warns bill raising axle weight limits could “undo” Rebuild Alabama progress ALDOT engineer Ed Austin estimates 350 bridges in the state would have to be posted for weight restrictions if the bill passes. Jacob HolmesFebruary 24, 2025