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
Legislature Sponsor wants “Don’t Say Gay” bill expanded to private schools HB130 is an expansion of current law prohibiting teachers from leading instruction on gender identity or sexual orientation. Jacob HolmesMarch 21, 2024
Governor Ivey signs anti-DEI legislation, takes effect in October Diversity, equity and inclusion programs on public colleges will soon be prohibited. Patrick DarringtonMarch 21, 2024
Governor Ivey signs “ballot harvesting” bill into law The legislation went into effect immediately with Ivey’s signature. Patrick DarringtonMarch 21, 2024
Legislature Bill criminalizing absentee ballot assistance awaits Ivey’s signature The Alabama Senate approved a bill to criminalize certain forms of assistance during the absentee ballot voting process. Patrick DarringtonMarch 20, 2024
Legislature Alabama Legislature approves anti-DEI bill The bill, SB129, specifically targets higher institutions of learning to prohibit DEI programs on campuses. Patrick DarringtonMarch 20, 2024
Legislature National LGBTQ organization condemns Space Camp hysteria, “Don’t Say Gay” bill GLSEN condemned the recent harassment of a Space Camp employee and “Don’t Say Gay” legislation. Patrick DarringtonMarch 19, 2024
Legislature Ainsworth, Military Stability Foundation announce Military Bills Package The package includes 13 bills aimed to cement Alabama’s status as the most military-friendly state in the nation. StaffMarch 18, 2024
Legislature Big 10 Mayors: Strengthen penalties for firing weapons into buildings, vehicles A bill would increase the criminal penalties for firing into occupied homes, businesses, vehicles, rail cars, and other buildings. StaffMarch 14, 2024
Legislature Lawmaker plans to expand “Don’t Say Gay” bill to Space Camp An amendment would make it apply to all programs and activities at Space Camp. Jacob HolmesMarch 13, 2024
Legislature A legislative “fix” in the works for Alabama’s beleaguered medical cannabis licensing Legislation would expand the number of integrated licenses from five to as many as 15, ending many of the lawsuits currently facing the AMCC. Josh MoonMarch 13, 2024