Legislature

House committee grants SNAP junk food restriction bill a favorable review

Alabama lawmakers advanced a bill to ban purchasing candy and soda with nutritional assistance.

March 19, 2026

Senate Judiciary Committee passes bill to prohibit youthful offender status for capital murder charges

Despite concerns about unintended consequences for accessories, lawmakers advanced legislation Wednesday that limits judicial discretion for teen suspects.

March 19, 2026

Interfaith clergy rally against bills inserting religion into schools

Alabama faith leaders gathered outside the Statehouse to protest proposed legislation pushing school prayer, chaplains and the Ten Commandments.

March 18, 2026

Alabama House advances party registration bill

HB541 would require voters to register by party before primaries, raising concerns about disenfranchising independents and reshaping Alabama elections.

March 18, 2026

Coastal Alabama solar project sparks debate over regulation, local control

Lawmakers consider solar regulations and a moratorium after Baldwin County residents raised concerns over the environmental impact of a new project.

March 18, 2026

Bill to raise EMS reimbursement rates advances to House vote

An Alabama House committee advanced a bill designed to support struggling EMS providers, while insurers warned the legislation would raise premiums.

March 18, 2026

Alabama Senate committee passes school prayer and pledge bill

The proposed constitutional amendment advanced Tuesday without discussion, though it would ultimately require approval from Alabama voters.

March 18, 2026

Mayor Randall Woodfin announces Birmingham’s 2026 legislative priorities

The mayor added that Birmingham's legislative delegation has shown strong bipartisan support for the policies.

March 17, 2026

Rep. Jamie Kiel chosen for national Emerging Leaders program

GOPAC selected the Russellville Republican as one of 38 national legislators chosen for his promise in impacting state policy and rising through the ranks.

March 17, 2026

Alabama 2026 Legislative Report: Week Nine

Lawmakers advanced multi-billion dollar budget proposals and debated energy policy as the session moved toward its final weeks in Montgomery.

March 16, 2026