Bills on immigration and vaping receive public hearings
One speaker asked the committee to “remember about HB56,” comparing HB7 to the 2011 bill eventually whittled down in court.
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Supporters and opponents of child abuse procedure bill speak at public hearing
HB340 states that DHR must notify families of rights and improve transparency, but faces opposition over inhibiting investigations.
Bill to regulate hemp products in Alabama fails in Senate Health Committee
The bill looks to regulate various products containing hemp derivatives including beverages and "psychoactive hemp products."
House Public Safety Committee members raise concerns over police obstruction bill
Rep. Chris England called the legislation "troublesome," saying that the bill gives too much discretion to a law enforcement officer.
Alabama chief justice praises Senate bill expanding accountability courts
Chief Justice Sarah H. Stewart called accountability courts an important tool to hold offenders accountable while providing the treatment and services.
March 20, 2025
Alabama Big 10 Mayors applaud Glock switch ban
Trigger activators turn semi-automatic firearms into fully automatic weapons.
March 20, 2025
House passes $192 million tax relief package
If HB386 is approved by the Senate, the tax on groceries would be reduced to just 2 percent.
Alabama Senate passes Second Chance bill
SB156, which failed on its first vote, was reconsidered and passed before the Senate adjourned Tuesday.
Governor signs Senate Bill 67 to further elevate veteran needs in Alabama
The new law allows the governor to directly appoint and supervise the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs commissioner.
March 19, 2025
Lawmaker files bill to make it harder to prosecute “stand your ground” cases
The bill create a "presumption of reasonableness" and shift the burden of proof to the prosecution.