Legislature sends ‘Speedy Trial’ bill to governor
May 8, 2025
“This bill will give relief to victims who experience horrible, horrible crimes,” Sen. Will Barfoot, R-Pike Road said.
Vape, THC product regulation bills passed by Alabama lawmakers, sent to Ivey’s desk
May 7, 2025
Two major pieces of legislation designed to tighten regulations around both electronic cigarettes and consumable THC products like delta-8 were approved by the Legislature on Tuesday.
Legislature approves variety of tax cuts
May 7, 2025
The Alabama Legislature gave final approval Tuesday to legislation taking another penny off the state’s sales tax on groceries.
Congressman aims to support struggling rural hospitals with new bill
May 7, 2025
As more than 20 rural hospitals in Alabama are at an immediate risk of closing their doors, Congressman Shomari Figures introduced legislation to provide financial support to those struggling hospitals.
Alabama RAISE Act: How will it impact school funding, accountability?
May 6, 2025
With new state funding on the way, Alabama school districts could soon be hiring more reading specialists, expanding summer programs or offering targeted support for English learners.
Alabama Farmers Federation health plans bill goes to governor
May 5, 2025
House Bill 477, one of the biggest issues of the session, pitted Alfa against some of the state’s health care establishment, including Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and the American Cancer Society.
Alabama Legislature sends record $3.8B General Fund budget to governor
May 1, 2025
After hours of procedural delays at the Alabama Senate, lawmakers on Tuesday approved a record-high $3.8 billion General Fund budget for 2026, sending it to Gov. Kay Ivey’s desk for final approval.
Alabama House committee approves record $12.1B education package
April 23, 2025
An Alabama House committee on Tuesday approved a $12.1 billion education budget package, including an additional $80 million for the state’s new school choice program, nearly doubling the original allocation.
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