Legislature Debate continues on bill requiring default parental controls on devices The committee did not vote on the bill, but expects to vote on it next week. Jacob Holmes11 hours ago
Legislature Bill hits DEI, aims bathroom bans at higher ed SB129 proposes stringent measures that would bar public entities from engaging in any DEI programs. Bill BrittMarch 5, 2024
Legislature The gambling fight gets messier Substitute bills and lots of new ideas seem destined to sink the gambling legislation, denying Alabamians an opportunity to vote. Josh MoonMarch 5, 2024
Legislature Gambling bill faces a roadblock in Senate Interestingly, Gov. Kay Ivey's strong endorsement of the gaming package has not swayed some senators' positions. Bill BrittMarch 5, 2024
Legislature ALGOP expects passage of school voucher program with no cap The bill would create a system to award tax credits for students attending participating private schools. Jacob HolmesMarch 5, 2024
Legislature Senate committee passes anti-ESG bill The bill would prevent Alabama’s pension funds from investing with any asset manager that considers relevant Environmental, Social and Governance risks. Jacob HolmesMarch 5, 2024
Legislature Senate approves amended version of Melson’s IVF bill The bill passed with unanimous support on a 34-0 vote. Patrick DarringtonMarch 4, 2024
Legislature Bill that would ban certain flags on public property back on agenda The law makes it a Class C misdemeanor to display a flag outside an approved list. Jacob HolmesMarch 4, 2024
Legislature Alabama 2024 Legislative Report: Week Four The Legislature will return to begin its 13th legislative day, out of 30, on Tuesday, March 5. Beth LyonsMarch 4, 2024
Legislature House passes IVF bill, debates consistency with state’s fetal personhood stance The bill ultimately received bipartisan support, but the opposition also crossed party lines. Jacob HolmesMarch 1, 2024
Legislature Alabama Senate votes to cut tax on baby, feminine hygiene products The legislation would exempt baby formula, baby bottles, and menstrual hygiene products, among others, from state taxes. StaffMarch 1, 2024