Legislature Legislature passes ban on “vaccine passports” Any new vaccine requirements for students or for customers of businesses are banned by this legislation. Brandon MoseleyMay 18, 2021
Governor Bill to curb governor, state health officer’s emergency powers fails A Republican said before the vote that the bill could cost the state federal money, while Democrats decried it as dangerous. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021
Governor Judge dismisses lawsuit seeking to block Gov. Kay Ivey’s prison construction plan The judge dismissed the lawsuit on grounds that defendants have "sovereign immunity" and the allegations failed on legal merit. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021
Legislature Bill to ban treatments for transgender minors dies before coming to the House floor Opponents and medical associations said the bill would have cost young lives had it passed. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021
Featured Opinion Opinion | The 2021 Legislative Session: Lots of talk, little action "There were plenty of big issues and big ideas going into this session. There were very few big accomplishments." Josh MoonMay 18, 2021
Congress Sewell: There is no better place for Space Command than Huntsville The head of the Senate’s Intelligence Committee has joined a group of lawmakers calling on the Biden administration to review the decision. Brandon MoseleyMay 18, 2021
Legislature Speaker wishes Legislature had been able to pass a lottery-gaming bill McCutcheon said that the governor might call a special session on gambling "if there is an opportunity.” Brandon MoseleyMay 18, 2021
Legislature Legislature passes bill to reform civil asset forfeiture The legislation reforms the procedures through which the state can seize assets because the owner is accused of criminal wrongdoing. Brandon MoseleyMay 18, 2021
State Alabama launches app to accelerate COVID-19 public health response Access to this secure mobile app-based platform is now available free of charge to all healthcare organizations and professionals across the state. StaffMay 18, 2021
Legislature Legislature gives final passage to Sexual Assault Survivors’ Bill of Rights The bill provides fundamental protections and guarantees to those who have suffered from certain violent crimes. StaffMay 18, 2021