Debate continues on bill requiring default parental controls on devices
The committee did not vote on the bill, but expects to vote on it next week.
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Citizens call for Summer EBT to be funded in Education Trust Fund Budget
An Alabama Library Association official also called on the education budget to restore funding to the Alabama Public Library Service.
House passes bill to require secret ballot union vote at businesses receiving incentives
Opponents say unions are necessary to empower them to fight for fait pay and benefits.
Committee expands bill defining sex-based terms, advances it to Senate
An amendment would block transgender individuals from entering bathrooms or sleeping quarters of the opposite sex.
House votes to extend prohibition of LGBTQ subjects in classroom through eighth grade
The bill also bans teachers and education employees from displaying pride flags or other LGBTQ+ symbols on school grounds.
Critics: Altria scrambles to safeguard cigarette business from heated tobacco competition
Despite the potential public health benefits, strong opposition has emerged from major tobacco companies.
House to debate “Don’t Say Gay” expansion bill today
The Alabama House will debate whether to extend prohibitions through to the end of high school.
Alabama’s HB167 risks economic setback with new tech regulations
The bill proposes that all mobile devices sold in Alabama must come equipped with an obscenity content filter.
How to protect Alabamians from ills of sports wagering
There's only one way to protect Alabamians from the problems associated with sports wagering.
Alabama 2024 Legislative Report: Week Nine
The Legislature will return to begin its 24th legislative day out of 30 on Tuesday.