Mask mandate to remain in Statehouse for now, speaker says
Speaker of the House Mac McCutcheon also addressed other pressing issues including priorities for this week.
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Legislature to consider bill barring enforcement of federal gun laws
The legislation would bar state and local government from helping enforce federal gun laws.
Senate committee advances “born alive” abortion bill
The legislation would make it a class A felony in Alabama for a physician not to provide competent care.
Simple lottery bill likely to be voted on Tuesday
The Alabama Senate is expected to vote on Sen. Jim McClendon's lottery bill, SB319, when it meets on Tuesday.
Architects, fire chiefs say bill could jeopardize students, first responders
The president of the Alabama Association of Fire Chiefs says the bill would strip critical school construction oversight.
Alabama 2021 Legislative Report: Week eight
The Legislature will return to Montgomery on Tuesday, April 13.
State Rep. Juandalynn Givan: If allegations are true, then John Merrill should resign
Givan said Secretary of State John Merrill should resign and that he should be investigated over the allegations.
Legislature passes lifetime concealed carry gun permit bill
Gun owners would be able to buy lifetime permits but sheriffs will rerun background checks at least every five years.
Senate committee advances bill to allow more hunting deer with dogs
The bill would regulate deer hunting with dogs while opening up counties where the practice is currently banned.
Alabama Senate mulls state lottery, holds off on final vote
Sen. Jim McClendon asked that his bill be carried over after a long day of deliberation.