Bill to tax foreign remittances receives public hearing
“So I would have to fill out additional forms, and I’m a tax-paying citizen?” Representative Andy Whitt asked the bill’s sponsor.
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Committee weighs bill to criminalize “interference with a first responder”
Proponents argued the measure addresses safety issues, while opponents warned it could limit police accountability and First Amendment rights.
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.
LWVAL commends steps toward prison reform in Alabama
The League of Women Voters praised a newly negotiated pilot program aimed at improving oversight and safety in state correctional facilities.
March 18, 2026
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See recent postsCrime that happens in prison is still crime
Are violent acts within Alabama's prisons acceptable forms of punishment sanctioned by the state?
Footage in “Alabama Solution” appears to contradict Marshall’s denial
A mother featured in the prison documentary challenged Marshall’s claim, as footage appears to show attorney general speaking directly with filmmakers on camera.
ACHE reviews higher education bills, approves new academic programs at quarterly meeting
State officials reviewed legislation to expand teacher loan repayments and scholarship eligibility while approving several new academic programs at Alabama's public universities.
March 17, 2026
John Wahl: APLS Board must defend religious liberty in Alabama libraries
Chairman John Wahl urged the state board to take action after a federal lawsuit accused the Tuscaloosa Public Library of viewpoint discrimination.
March 17, 2026
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See recent postsCracks emerge beneath Alabama Republicans’ unity
Republicans still control every lever of state government in Alabama. The question is whether they can continue governing together.
Alabama bill aims to let professors profit from research
Senate Minority Leader Bobby Singleton introduced legislation to update ethics laws he said stifle innovation and cause Alabama to lose researchers to other states.
March 13, 2026