Featured Opinion
"The gambling issue dominated the entire session. However, it failed in the House of Representatives."
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lottery stories
Opinion
"Ending the legislative session with an opportunity missed is not just a benign lack of action."
Legislature
Despite the House's inability to pass a gambling bill, Speaker Mac McCutcheon said that the 2021 Legislative Session was a good one.
Legislature
Senate President Pro Tem Greg Reed, R-Jasper, said he was pleased with the outcome of the 2021 Legislative Session.
Legislature
McCutcheon said that the governor might call a special session on gambling "if there is an opportunity.”
Legislature
If the House tries to take up gambling on the last day of the session, it would likely kill dozens of other priority bills.
Featured Opinion
"A wise politician knows to get the best deal you can right now and come back for more later."
Legislature
There are a lot of criticisms of the gambling bill. Here's an explanation for why most of them fall flat.
State
Language regarding licensing and locations could make or break the legislation.
Legislature
Holmes is sponsoring legislation to strengthen the Alabama Memorials Preservation Act and ban tianeptine.
