Bill would expand “invisible disability” training to firefighters
Some of the disorders that fall under the sensory issues or invisible disabilities include stroke, diabetes, autism spectrum disorder and dementia.
Legislature
Givan hopes to improve body camera law passed last session
"HB41 is a further enhancement to get us closer to true and fair transparency," Givan said.
Coleman holds press conference in Mobile announcing new body cam footage bill
As she announced the legislation, Coleman was surrounded by community members holding signs in support of Jawan Dallas.
Sen. April Weaver targets “Porch Pirates” with anti-crime legislation
The bill would make stealing deliveries from the homes, a practice commonly known as “porch pirating,” a felony offense.
December 21, 2023
Pre-filed bill would raise online sales tax, give new revenue to schools
That online sales tax currently lags behind the total sales tax for local purchases in most municipalities.
Rep. Givan seeking to address wide array of issues in upcoming session
Givan, D-Birmingham, has pre-filed several bills that address an array of issues that she believes are important to enshrine as law.
Sen. Clyde Chambliss reappointed as Alabama Senate majority whip
As majority whip, Chambliss will continue assisting in the management of the Senate floor.
December 19, 2023
Pre-filed bill would create oversight for parole board
Rep. Chris England's bill would create a temporary council to oversee the Board of Pardons and Paroles.
State Rep. England brings back “second chance bill”
The bill made it all the way through a Senate committee in its prior session but failed to reach the Senate floor.
Bill to create drug trafficking manslaughter charge back on agenda
Although the Legislature passed this bill in 2023, a glitch led to Gov. Kay Ivey signing the wrong version into law.