Secretary of state celebrates foreign voter ID legislation’s passage
Lawmakers passed SB158, prohibiting foreign national IDs for voting, a measure Secretary Wes Allen says ensures only American citizens vote.
Legislature
Alabama House Democrats reflect on 2025 Legislative Session
Alabama House Democrats criticized partisan politics, urging a focus on issues directly impacting their constituents.
Legislature approves bill banning cell phone use in classrooms
The bill now heads to the desk of Gov. Kay Ivey, who has already signaled her approval and intent to sign the bill into law.
Senate Democrats block Archives restructuring bill at last minute
After three hours of holding up the legislative day, Sen. Chris Elliott relented and voted to non-concur, sending the bill to conference committee.
Grocery tax reduction bill heads to governor’s desk
If signed, the grocery tax reduction would go into effect on Sept. 1 of this year.
House passes Senate bill raising age of medical consent for minors
SB101 will raise the age of medical consent for minors from 14 to 16.
Senate passes portmanteau bill making major restrictions on CBD products
Smokable hemp and CBD products including flower buds and vapes will soon be banned in Alabama.
Senate passes bill to restructure Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles
The legislation aims to expand the parole board from three members to five, and remove the power to appoint the board's chair from the governor.
Alabama bill criminalizes genetic theft, protects DNA privacy rights
The bill creates a crime for unauthorized DNA use, addressing privacy concerns and gaps in current federal protections.
Gov. Ivey signs “Lulu’s Law” to create shark alert system for Alabama beaches
The system is modeled after Amber Alerts, designed to provide real-time information to beachgoers and emergency personnel.
May 7, 2025