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Alabama’s gambling misinformation problem is costing us about a billion dollars per year

Misinformation about gaming laws and regulations continue to plague Alabama's gaming debate, and it's costing us big time.

Josh Moon

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March 5, 2026

Governor signs screen time limits for early childhood education programs into law

Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday approved a measure to balance digital exposure with hands-on learning for children in licensed child care and prekindergarten facilities.

March 5, 2026

House committee advances bill requiring Ten Commandments displayed in schools

Alabama lawmakers advanced legislation requiring a display on the Ten Commandments' influence on U.S. civil society and legal principles.

Wesley Walter

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March 5, 2026

Parkinson’s added to list of firefighter’s occupational diseases advances in both houses

Committees in both chambers approved measures Wednesday providing disability and death benefits to Alabama firefighters who develop Parkinson’s disease following toxic exposure.

Alex Jobin

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March 5, 2026

Senate committee passes bill to exempt National Guard pay from state taxes

Alabama senators advanced a tax exemption for National Guard members Wednesday despite warnings that the move would strip millions from state public schools.

Alex Jobin

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March 5, 2026

Senate committee OKs church disruption penalties bill

The Senate County and Municipal Government Committee advanced a bill creating felony penalties and civil remedies for intentionally disrupting religious services

Mary Claire Wooten

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March 4, 2026

Senate committee advances bill to rename Gulf of Mexico despite Democratic pushback

Lawmakers voted Tuesday to align Alabama with federal naming conventions, adopting the name Gulf of America despite concerns over historical accuracy.

Alex Jobin

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March 4, 2026

Gov. Ivey signs law opening classroom doors to Alabama veterans

Governor Kay Ivey signed legislation Tuesday allowing veterans with military experience to obtain temporary teaching certificates to help address classroom shortages.

March 4, 2026

Alabama 2026 Legislative Report: Week Seven

Lawmakers advanced environmental regulations and criminal penalties as the Alabama Legislature surpassed the midpoint of its 2026 session.

Beth Lyons

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March 2, 2026