Mary Claire Wooten

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Legislature

Bill mandating religious instruction elective credit sparks debate

A public hearing was held for HB342, which would mandate elective credit for students attending off-campus religious instruction.

March 6, 2025

SB199 passed the Senate Wednesday afternoon, as amended.

March 6, 2025

HB146 passed in the House, restricting youthful offender status for intentional murder over sparking debate over judicial discretion.

March 5, 2025

SB200 would expand treatment programs while including offenders suffering from mental health issues and offenders who are veterans.

March 4, 2025

Democrats filibustered a bill changing the Archives Board’s appointment process, stating it could jeopardize the preservation of Alabama’s history.

February 28, 2025

The Alabama House Children and Senior Advocacy committee heard from proponents and opponents of HB317.

February 27, 2025

SB132 now aims to further regulate the sale of Delta products with stricter penalties and additional product testing in the state.

February 27, 2025

HB146 seeks to deny youthful offender status to anyone older than 16 that's charged with murder or capital murder.

February 27, 2025

SB116 would make possession and machine gun conversion devices, commonly known as Glock switches, punishable by up to 10 years in prison.

February 26, 2025

SB84 would authorize Alfa to offer health coverage to farmers, addressing high costs for the group but raising concerns about consumer protections.

February 25, 2025