Alabama House advances party registration bill
HB541 would require voters to register by party before primaries, raising concerns about disenfranchising independents and reshaping Alabama elections.
Legislature
Coastal Alabama solar project sparks debate over regulation, local control
Lawmakers consider solar regulations and a moratorium after Baldwin County residents raised concerns over the environmental impact of a new project.
Bill to raise EMS reimbursement rates advances to House vote
An Alabama House committee advanced a bill designed to support struggling EMS providers, while insurers warned the legislation would raise premiums.
Alabama Senate committee passes school prayer and pledge bill
The proposed constitutional amendment advanced Tuesday without discussion, though it would ultimately require approval from Alabama voters.
Mayor Randall Woodfin announces Birmingham’s 2026 legislative priorities
The mayor added that Birmingham's legislative delegation has shown strong bipartisan support for the policies.
Rep. Jamie Kiel chosen for national Emerging Leaders program
GOPAC selected the Russellville Republican as one of 38 national legislators chosen for his promise in impacting state policy and rising through the ranks.
March 17, 2026
Alabama 2026 Legislative Report: Week Nine
Lawmakers advanced multi-billion dollar budget proposals and debated energy policy as the session moved toward its final weeks in Montgomery.
Senate passes bill expanding Public Service Commission, freezing power rate increases
The Senate unanimously passed a bill expanding the Public Service Commission, adding district seats and temporarily banning power rate increases until 2029.
Alabama Senate passes bill to rein in data center tax incentives
Senators voted to shorten tax abatement periods for data centers, citing concerns over high energy consumption and rising utility costs.
Alabama Senate foregoes prison oversight bill in favor of pilot program
State leaders launched a one-year pilot program for the Examiners of Public Accounts to inspect facilities and report on prison conditions.