Author

Jacob Holmes

Jacob Holmes is a reporter. You can reach him at [email protected]

Legislature

Alabama governor signs permitless carry bill into law

Supporters claim the bill's passage as a victory for Second Amendment rights, while critics warn it will rob law enforcement of an important tool.

March 11, 2022

Democrats debated against the bill, which was criticized by some voting rights groups Tuesday as a bill to chill voter education efforts.

March 11, 2022

The bill now moves to a conference committee for the two houses to attempt to resolve their differences.

March 10, 2022

Oliver gave examples of teachers attempting to teach children to accept communism, socialism and Marxism.

March 10, 2022

Critics say the bill could create a "chilling effect" on voter education efforts.

March 9, 2022

The Alabama Legislature set aside much of the federal surplus of funds to pay off debts and fund reserves.

March 9, 2022

Holding a giant jackpot over the head of desperate people is an unethical way to generate revenue.

March 8, 2022

"If we all continue to work together, to march together, to fight together, we will secure the freedom to vote,” Harris said.

March 7, 2022

Rep. Allen Farley, R-McCalla, called the bill “the toughest bill (the House Judiciary Committee) has ever had in my 12 years.”

March 3, 2022

Rep. Chris England pulled his bill from consideration on the House floor to combat opposition from Attorney General Steve Marshall.

March 3, 2022