Legislature

House committee advances bill to exclude credit card transaction fees from sales tax

Business leaders praised the legislation for providing statutory clarity, while local government advocates warned of lost municipal revenue.

April 2, 2026

Rep. Mooney caught recording caucus, removed by House Republicans

A closed-door meeting on PSC legislation was disrupted when Mooney was caught recording, escalating tensions after prior leaked caucus audio involving Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter.

April 1, 2026

Alabama Senate Republicans approve Ten Commandments bill after limiting debate

The legislation passed Tuesday mandated the religious text in classrooms for fifth graders and older, relying on private donations to avoid legal challenges.

April 1, 2026

Alabama, Auburn exempted from bill allowing termination of tenured professors

The Alabama House approved a measure giving most state colleges more power to fire faculty, despite Democratic concerns it targets diversity, equity and inclusion.

April 1, 2026

Montgomery police takeover bill passes the Senate

The bill would require Montgomery to increase police staffing or face state intervention.

April 1, 2026

Cancer researchers highlight findings, push for funding at Alabama capitol

University scientists and advocates met in Montgomery to showcase biomedical advancements and request lawmakers work to fund research for future life-saving therapies.

April 1, 2026

Senate committee OKs bill to expand PSC, create secretary of energy

A dramatically altered utility regulation bill advanced Tuesday over fierce objections from advocates who called the last-minute substitute a Trojan horse.

April 1, 2026

Alabama House approves $37.4M overtime tax cut, 60-day grocery tax holiday

Alabama lawmakers advanced a bill eliminating state income tax on qualified overtime pay, alongside a 60-day grocery tax holiday for working families.

April 1, 2026

Camp safety bill passes Senate

Prompted by a 2025 tragedy, the Alabama Senate passed legislation Tuesday requiring comprehensive emergency preparedness licenses for overnight summer camps.

April 1, 2026

House bill could reshape tenure at Alabama universities

A fast-tracked measure would expand the grounds for dismissing tenured professors and relegate faculty senates to strictly advisory roles.

March 27, 2026