Two bills targeting panhandling present in each chamber
The proposed bills would “prohibit an individual from loitering on a public roadway or in the right-of-way of a public roadway.”
Legislature
ALGOP poll: Majority of Alabamians want to cut grocery tax
There has been growing support among Republican lawmakers for the tax cut.
April 12, 2023
Bill would allow cosmetology license reciprocity for military dependents
House Bill 246 is part of an effort to create a national “cosmetology compact” for military personnel and dependents.
April 11, 2023
Child care providers, parents call for more Pre-K, child care funds
Advocates on Monday called on the Legislature to approve a combined $42 million increase in state investments.
April 11, 2023
Alabama 2023 Legislative Report: Week Three
29 committee meetings were held throughout the week.
“Divisive concepts” bill back on the calendar for Alabama House
The bill advanced out of the House and a Senate committee last session but failed to reach the Senate floor.
Recap: What the Alabama House passed in its second legislative week
Outside of one controversial bill that stalled regarding the use of cell phones while driving, the House remained mostly in sync last week.
Alabama Dems back expelled Tennessee lawmakers
Following the expulsion of two Black lawmakers in Tennessee, Alabama Dems say they're ready to pick up the fight.
Alabama 2023 Senate Legislative Report: April 5-7
Throughout the week, the Senate passed a number of bills that the House will now consider.
House sends bill creating healthcare visitation rights to Ivey’s desk
The bill ensures patients at health care facilities can be visited by at least one caregiver each day for a minimum of two hours.