House committee approves bill to allow virtual attendance of parole hearings
The bill was met with no opposition and moved to the House floor for potential passage.
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Bill to end debt-based suspension of driver’s license passes Senate
The bill passed the Senate 32-0 and moves to the House of Representatives.
New bill would extend Alabama’s “Don’t Say Gay” law to 8th grade
It would prohibit the discussion of gender identity or sexual orientation in public K-12 schools through 8th grade.
SCLC president calls for commitment ending racism
Americans need to commit to a campaign to educate citizens and end racism, Dr. Charles Steele said.
Bill would require performance of National Anthem in public schools
It would require public K-12 schools to broadcast the Star-Spangled Banner at least once a week.
Economic incentives pass legislature, signed by Ivey
The legislation would renew existing economic incentives from the Jobs Act while offering new opportunities.
House committee approves bill criminalizing absentee ballot process
The bill would make it a felony for individuals or organizations to assist voters with their absentee ballots.
Lawmaker says Legislature cannot “legislate morality” in response to Dadeville shooting
Senator Jay Hovey, whose district includes Dadeville, said lawmakers cannot “legislate morality” in response to Saturday’s mass shooting.
Gov. Ivey signs patient-visitation legislation into law
The law will give visitors more access to their loved ones in healthcare facilities including hospitals and assisted living facilities.
Voting rights advocates are organizing against new voter suppression bill
Advocates also say the bill likely violates the Americans with Disability Act and section 208 of the Voting Rights Act.