Post-election audit bill moves forward
The duty to conduct the audit would fall on canvassing boards in each county.
Legislature
House committee doubles rebates amid changes to supplemental ETF bill
The House Ways and Means Education committee doubled that amount to $210 for each taxpayer.
Alabama Senate adopts changes to Alabama Accountability Act
Among other changes, schools previously labeled "failing" will be reclassified as "priority."
May 25, 2023
Resolution names portion of Highway 53 after National Guard members
The resolution was sponsored by State Rep. Andy Whitt, R-Harvest.
May 25, 2023
Bills to help children benefits big tobacco, critics say
Children or teens who purchase or possess e-cigarettes could be fined and placed under juvenile court jurisdiction.
House passes bill to ensure “age appropriateness” of Literary Task Force materials
Garrett said the current structure leaves task force materials unscreened before reaching classrooms.
Senate Committee OKs bill criminalizing absentee ballot assistance
The bill would criminalize several forms of assistance in absentee ballot voting.
House sends bill creating 13 new judgeships to Gov. Kay Ivey
The bill passed 103-0 and will be sent to Gov. Kay Ivey for her signature into law.
Chinese Alabamians protest bill targeting property ownership by foreign citizens
The group said the bill still unfairly discriminates against Chinese individuals and promotes anti-Asian hatred.
Alabama 2023 Legislative Report: Week Nine
The Alabama Legislature met for days 21, 22 and 23 of its 2023 Legislative Session this past week.