Legislature State retirees to get hit with another premium increase Despite not receiving a cost-of-living adjustment in two decades, Alabama retirees are about to get hit with another premium increase. Josh MoonSeptember 2, 2026
Legislature Covington County lawmakers oppose carbon capture project Two lawmakers said Tuesday they would work to block the Pine Hills Carbon Storage Hub project, citing environmental and economic risks. StaffNovember 12, 2025
Legislature Speaker Ledbetter appoints Rep. Rick Rehm to Military Stability Commission The Alabama Military Stability Commission is tasked with protecting and expanding the military footprint in Alabama. StaffNovember 11, 2025
Legislature Rep. Lomax Selected For Council Of State Governments Award He was recognized among the nation's top rising bipartisan public officials for his leadership and public service. StaffOctober 29, 2025
Health Lawmakers, advocates discuss push to cut prostate cancer screening barriers Bipartisan legislation prefiled for Alabama’s 2026 session would require insurance providers to fully cover prostate cancer screenings for at-risk populations. Wesley WalterOctober 21, 2025
Legislature Alabama Arise announces new policy priorities for 2026 After tallying votes, Arise announced it would focus on seven policy areas next year, including health equity and justice reform. Alex JobinOctober 13, 2025
Legislature Lawmaker says group threatened to burn his home, land over dog deer hunting Rep. Chris Pringle said a group of deer hunters who use dogs threatened his property, leading him to vote against rules limiting dog-assisted hunting. Josh MoonOctober 3, 2025
Legislature New bill seeks to add Alabama rotisserie chicken to SNAP eligibility A new proposal emerged to expand healthy food options in Alabama through SNAP. StaffOctober 1, 2025
Legislature Alabama Board of Pharmacy faces backlash over Open Meetings Act violation Lawmakers in the Sunset Committee on Thursday promised legislation to continue attempting to regulate the body. Mary Claire WootenSeptember 26, 2025
Legislature Lawmaker proposes bill forcing schools to lead pledge of allegiance or lose funding The bill would also require boards to decide whether to host a voluntary time of prayer and bible reading. Jacob HolmesSeptember 25, 2025
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. StaffSeptember 8, 2025