Bill seeks to create manslaughter charges for drug trafficking leading to overdose
Another 23 states have such a law on the books and more states are currently considering similar legislation.
Legislature
Bill to prohibit guns on school grounds sent to subcommittee
Currently, a person can take a concealed pistol onto school grounds as long as they have a permit.
Rep. Ken Paschal sponsors bill governing unclaimed remains of military veterans
Paschal, a 21-year veteran of the U.S. Army, said House Bill 129 will complement existing state law.
March 28, 2023
Paroles director: “We aren’t interested in microchipping parolees”
A recent amendment to a bill in the Alabama House would allow the bureau to use microchips, at its discretion.
House approves overhaul of Alabama adoption code
The code had been thoroughly vetted by professionals in the field for four years as the state seeks to streamline the adoption process.
House unanimously approves bill targeting fentanyl traffickers
Gov. Kay Ivey urged the Alabama Senate to pass the bill quickly so she can sign it into law as soon as possible.
Sen. Gudger’s patient visitation bill passes Alabama Senate
The legislation would allow residents and patients of health care facilities to "visit with any individual of their choosing" during visiting hours.
Alabama Senate passes bill to cut correctional incentive time
The bill ostensibly tightens an already narrow window for incarcerated individuals serving in historically overcrowded prisons.
Alabama Senate passes liquor liability insurance reform
With this legislation, the cost of liquor liability insurance for restaurant and bar owners should decrease.
March 24, 2023
Fentanyl trafficking bill moves forward out of House committee
The bill would create mandatory minimum sentences for possession of fentanyl that indicate trafficking.