Bill would allow permitless carry in Alabama, critics say law poses safety issues
Opponents say the permits create opportunities to get violent criminals off the streets.
Legislature
Alabama bill mirrors Texas abortion ban law
The bill would ban abortions if a fetal heartbeat is detected, and allow anyone to file a lawsuit against abortion providers or anyone who aids in an abortion.
Sen. Donnie Chesteen receives 2021 AASB Legislative Award
This award is given to lawmakers who have demonstrated outstanding leadership on behalf of Alabama public schoolchildren and local boards of education.
December 15, 2021
State Reps. Brown, Stringer receive award from national security think tank
The Center for Security Policy’s Defender of Freedom Award is presented to public servants who provide service in support of America’s national security.
December 14, 2021
Association of County Commissions releases 2022 legislative priorities
The association met in Birmingham this previous week to discuss collective policy priorities for the upcoming session.
Organizations challenging redistricting maps explain their issues
The groups say they would like to find a remedy before the 2022 elections, but that the litigation might take more time.
GOP State House candidate questions why he was drawn out of his district
Republican candidate for the Alabama House Josh Pendergrass was drawn out of his district during redistricting earlier this month.
Special session recap: State completes redistricting, passes anti-vaccine mandate bills
Here’s a look back at how the special session developed in both the House and Senate.
Grassroots organizations condemn passage of redistricting maps
The groups criticized the maps for diluting Black voting power and for lacking transparency.
November 8, 2021
Alabama speaker: Special session “one of the most successful” in Alabama history
All congressional, Alabama Senate and House, and State Board of Education redistricting maps passed, nearly unscathed, through the Alabama Statehouse.