Bills to regulate CBD, hemp-based products advance in committees
CBD and hemp-derived product are currently legally sold in retail stores including gas stations and stores.
Legislature
House Ways and Means Committee passes bill to tax vape products
The proposed tax would apply to the retail sale of such products at a rate of 10 cents per milliliter.
$9.8 billion education budget approved by Senate committee
Alabama Senate committee approves major education budget, supplemental funding and RAISE Act.
Public forum hears concerns about international money service bill
The bill would tax money sent abroad using certain international money transfer services.
House committee adds protections to bill authorizing ALFA health plans
Amendments to the bill ensure coverage for mental health and prescription drugs, plus protections from cancellation due to a medical event.
Alabama House passes bill to support independent pharmacies statewide
The House passed SB252 to support independent pharmacies by limiting pharmacy benefit manager power.
Alabama doctors praise passage of bill to speed access to prenatal care
The bill would expedite Medicaid coverage and prenatal healthcare for low-income pregnant women.
April 9, 2025
Controversial wildlife rehabilitation bill awaits consideration by House Ag Committee
The bill would allow good samaritans to care for injured or orphaned wildlife without an official license.
Alabama lawmaker files bill to jail women for abortions
The bill is out of step with some anti-abortion advocates who have said the focus should be on criminalizing providers, not women who seek abortions.
Gov. Ivey signs Senate Bill 40 promoting veteran mental health
SB40 will promote voluntary and temporary firearm storage to reduce suicide rates for residents.
April 8, 2025