Bill to increase curbside alcohol limits divides House Republicans
More Republicans voted against the bill than voted for it, but strong support from Democrats lifted it to passage.
Ivey forces resignation of Education secretary over “woke” Pre-K book
Gov. Kay Ivey said the book includes ideas that “larger systemic forces perpetuate White privilege” among other things.
Rep. Ensler proposes bills to curb gun violence
Ensler proposed eight bills ranging from mental health support and prevention programs to a "red flag law" and bans on "ghost guns" and Glock switches.
Bill increasing penalties for panhandling receives bipartisan support
The bill increases the penalties for subsequent violations of the act and gives law enforcement the ability to take violators to a shelter.
Bill to limit liability of home inspectors draws concerns from House Judiciary Committee
Home inspectors say the current system has become unsustainable as the litigation has been abused to treat inspectors as warrantors.
Formerly incarcerated men plead for passage of “second chance” bill
It would allow for resentencing of some individuals over the age of 50 who have served at least 15 years.
House passes “first grade readiness” bill
Under the law, students would either need to complete kindergarten or pass an assessment before first grade.
Alabama House passes bill banning transgender women from college women’s sports
The bill passed with the support of several Democrats in addition to Republicans.
House votes to remove “failing school” label
The bottom six percent of schools would instead be called just what they are, "the lowest six percent."
Rep. Hill files bill to allow judges to deviate from sentencing guidelines after trial
Individuals guilty of certain nonviolent offenses can currently calculate their own sentences using the guidelines, whether they plead guilty or go to trial.