Congress Rep. Sewell, Democrats introduce bill to reclaim Congress’ trade authority The bill aims to "put a stop to President Trump’s reckless trade wars and return tariff authority to Congress." StaffApril 11, 2025
Legislature Lt. Gov. Ainsworth announces his support for allowing off-campus religious instruction The legislation would allow public school students to participate in off-campus religious and character instruction during school hours. StaffApril 11, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell makes House Floor remarks opposing the SAVE Act "It is already against the law for non-Americans to vote. This bill is a solution in search of a problem," Sewell said. StaffApril 11, 2025
Prisons “Second Chance Act” moves toward final vote to become law The bill would allow some incarcerated individuals sentenced before 2000 to file a motion for a judge to consider reducing their sentence. Jacob HolmesApril 10, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | The poor people are our problem State Sen. Arthur Orr has once again identified Alabama's biggest problems: Poor people trying to eat and survive. Josh MoonApril 10, 2025
Legislature Senate committee approves bill mandating abstinence-only sex education If enacted, the bill would prohibit sex education programs from demonstrating how to use contraception. Jacob HolmesApril 10, 2025
Education House committee advances Ten Commandments, “Don’t Say Gay” bills Bills requiring schools display the Ten Commandments and further limit discussion of gender and sexuality were favorably reported on Wednesday. Chance PhillipsApril 10, 2025
Legislature Bills to regulate CBD, hemp-based products advance in committees CBD and hemp-derived product are currently legally sold in retail stores including gas stations and stores. Jacob HolmesApril 10, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Second chances, stronger communities: ABPP’s commitment to strengthen Alabama With the right support, individuals leaving incarceration can thrive and make lasting contributions to their communities. Cam WardApril 10, 2025
Legislature House Ways and Means Committee passes bill to tax vape products The proposed tax would apply to the retail sale of such products at a rate of 10 cents per milliliter. Alex JobinApril 10, 2025