Legislature Lawmakers will try again next year to rename Gulf of Mexico Renaming the gulf to the "Gulf of America" was one of President Donald Trump's first acts in his second term. Jacob Holmes5 days ago
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs HB152, exempts sales tax on baby, maternity, hygiene items The law takes effect Sept. 1, providing relief to families and seniors on essential goods like diapers, formula, and feminine products. StaffMay 12, 2025
Legislature Alabama 2025 Legislative Report: Week Twelve The Legislature will next convene for the 30th and final day on Wednesday, May 14. Beth LyonsMay 12, 2025
Elections Secretary of state celebrates foreign voter ID legislation’s passage Lawmakers passed SB158, prohibiting foreign national IDs for voting, a measure Secretary Wes Allen says ensures only American citizens vote. Wesley WalterMay 9, 2025
Legislature Alabama House Democrats reflect on 2025 Legislative Session Alabama House Democrats criticized partisan politics, urging a focus on issues directly impacting their constituents. Mary Claire WootenMay 9, 2025
Legislature Legislature approves bill banning cell phone use in classrooms The bill now heads to the desk of Gov. Kay Ivey, who has already signaled her approval and intent to sign the bill into... Jacob HolmesMay 8, 2025
Legislature Senate Democrats block Archives restructuring bill at last minute After three hours of holding up the legislative day, Sen. Chris Elliott relented and voted to non-concur, sending the bill to conference committee. Jacob HolmesMay 8, 2025
Legislature Grocery tax reduction bill heads to governor’s desk If signed, the grocery tax reduction would go into effect on Sept. 1 of this year. Alex JobinMay 8, 2025
Legislature House passes Senate bill raising age of medical consent for minors SB101 will raise the age of medical consent for minors from 14 to 16. Mary Claire WootenMay 8, 2025
Legislature Senate passes portmanteau bill making major restrictions on CBD products Smokable hemp and CBD products including flower buds and vapes will soon be banned in Alabama. Jacob HolmesMay 7, 2025
Legislature Senate passes bill to restructure Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles The legislation aims to expand the parole board from three members to five, and remove the power to appoint the board's chair from the... Alex JobinMay 7, 2025