Legislature

Committee approves bill to allow death penalty in cases of child rape

The death penalty would be applied in situations where the victim is under 12 years of age.

January 15, 2026

Gov. Ivey proposes modest budgets as financial experts warn of looming downturn

Lawmakers will consider less ambitious budgets this session after state financial experts warned that COVID-era revenue streams are drying up.

January 15, 2026

Alabama House committee OKs squat truck ban, police retirement bill

During its first 2026 meeting, a House committee reviewed a slew of law enforcement and vehicle regulation bills, advancing five measures.

January 15, 2026

Alabama Senate committee advances prostate cancer screening legislation

The bipartisan measure requires insurance companies to cover all costs of prostate cancer screenings for high-risk patients across Alabama.

January 15, 2026

Senate advances bill elevating assaults on public officials to a felony

The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced a bill making assaults on public officials felonies, adding protections for pharmacists and nurses after debate.

January 15, 2026

Rep. Collins education bills advance, targeting literacy, teachers and workforce gaps

Lawmakers advanced three of Collins's education bills expanding literacy programs, addressing teacher shortages, and supporting adults returning to college and work.

January 15, 2026

Gov. Ivey supports prompt passage of Child Predator Death Penalty Act

Calling the measure a "strong legal shield," the governor highlighted the bill during her state of the state address Tuesday.

January 15, 2026

Alabama House Democrats respond to the State of the State address

House Democrats say rising costs, healthcare, education, and taxes are making Alabama increasingly unaffordable for families statewide

January 14, 2026

Alabama Arise discusses 2026 legislative priorities before session begins

Alabama Arise outlines 2026 priorities on hunger, education, justice and workers' rights, while urging early advocacy in a fast paced session.

January 13, 2026

Alabama bill would let retired teachers drive school buses

House Bill 138, filed by state Rep. Kenneth Paschal, would allow public school teachers and state employees to drive buses without losing their retirement.

January 13, 2026