Legislature State Rep. Stadthagen files bill to block “drag performances” in schools, libraries The Legislature has had a bill fail in the past two sessions that lawmakers originally designed for this same purpose. Jacob Holmes / December 5, 2024
House Republicans honor state Rep. Randall Shedd with “Iron Award” The “Iron Award” is based upon the biblical verse “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another." December 5, 2024
Rep. DuBose, Miss Alabama Teen to host second annual “Girls’ Day At The Capitol” Participants will have the opportunity to interact with and ask questions to female elected officials and tour the Alabama Capitol. December 4, 2024
Gudger to lead Alabama Senate The two-term senator from Cullman was selected by Pro Tem by the Republican Caucus over Majority Leader Steve Livingston. Josh Moon / December 3, 2024
Alabama Senate GOP votes today on new president pro tempore leadership The election represents more than just a change in leadership; it will set the tone for the future direction of the Alabama Senate Republican caucus. Bill Britt / December 3, 2024
State Rep. Hill files bill to split session in two Hill’s bill would shorten the spring session, then lawmakers would then reconvene in Montgomery in September. Jacob Holmes / December 2, 2024
Birmingham mayor pushes for voter decision on gun permit laws Woodfin is calling for a local vote on gun permits to address rising homicides, urging lawmakers to empower Birmingham residents. Mary Claire Wooten / November 28, 2024
Matt Woods announces bid for Alabama Senate District 5 seat During his tenure in the Alabama House of Representatives, Woods authored the Alabama Child Protection Act, supported the reduction of sales tax on groceries. November 25, 2024
Sen. Coleman pre-files bills to combat excessive use of force by police SB-16 would prohibit officers from using the four-point restraint, also known as the hog-tie position. Alex Jobin / November 22, 2024
Prefiled bill would ensure right to access contraceptive care Under current Alabama law, there are no direct statutes ensuring the right to contraception. Wesley Walter / November 22, 2024