Recreational trails board debates, votes on 2024 project proposals
The Alabama Recreational Trails Advisory Board discussed and voted on its 2024 grant proposals during their annual meeting on Dec. 17.
Drought assessment committee discusses end of year climate data
Each area of the state was reported as abnormally dry, while north and southwest Alabama faced severe or extreme drought.
PEEHIP board talks 2024 finances, “treacherous waters” ahead
The health provider warned of a funding crisis and a potential $228M reserve loss by 2027 amid rising medical costs.
Rep. Jerry Carl talks Farm Bill, “head-spinner” return for Trump
Carl will leave office with the end of the 2024 session after losing his re-election bid.
Prefiled bill would ensure right to access contraceptive care
Under current Alabama law, there are no direct statutes ensuring the right to contraception.
Britt dispels social media rumor that she voted against Rick Scott
Scott had received endorsements from Sen. Tommy Tuberville, as well as from Tucker Carlson, Robert Kennedy Jr., and Elon Musk.
Police bodycam transparency bill pre-filed for 2025
House Bill 10 would require the release of law enforcement body or dashboard camera footage.
Bills to ban bump stocks, Glock switches pre-filed for 2025
The bill would make possession of a bump stock in a Class 1 municipality a Class C Felony.
Bill would reward teachers for “American exceptionalism” training
Senate Bill 8 would establish a certification for completing coursework centered around promoting pride in the United States.
Birmingham City Council OKs possible Kia, Hyundai lawsuits
The move is in response to security flaws seen in certain Hyundai and Kia models manufactured from 2011 to 2022.