Legislature passes bill to reform Birmingham retirement system
The legislation would require city employees to raise their contributions to their retirement.
2021 Legislative Session
Alabama 2021 Legislative Report: Week nine
The Legislature will return to Montgomery on Tuesday, April 20, for day 24 of the 30-day session.
Medical marijuana bill advanced by committee
The legislation can now be considered by the full Alabama House of Representatives.
Legislature passes bill to make airports tax exempt
The legislation clarifies that commercial airports are exempt from paying sales and use taxes.
Alabama Legislature approves ban on transgender athletes
The bill drew opposition from Democrats, who said it's unnecessary, marginalizes transgender youth and will likely result in lawsuits.
Supporters, opponents speak on bill to strengthen Alabama’s monument protection law
Democrats and others oppose the bill, which they say limits local power to remove and rename Confederate monuments and memorials.
House committee tables bill to curtail powers of health officer, governor
Several members expressed concern the bill could hamper the governor's ability to quickly act in times of emergencies.
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House Health Committee hears arguments for and against medical marijuana
Medical marijuana supporters and opponents presented their arguments for and against the bill in a public hearing.
Alabama Republican Assembly urges House to reject the gaming bill
The Alabama Republican Assembly is urging its supporters to call their legislators and ask them to vote no on the bill.