2022 Legislative Session

State Sen. Smitherman voices concerns over school national anthem bill

The bill would require the national anthem to be performed at least once a week at every public school and at sporting events.

John H. Glenn

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February 3, 2022

House committee holds public hearing on riot bill

The bill would change the definition of rioting, add penalties and require a 24-hour hold for anyone arrested for rioting without a hearing or opportunity to post bail.

Eddie Burkhalter

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February 3, 2022

Alabama Senate committee OKs bill to allow concealed carry without a permit

The bill, sponsored by state Sen. Gerald Allen, R-Tuscaloosa, now moves to the Senate for consideration.

John H. Glenn

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February 2, 2022

Alabama Education Association warns against “Parent’s Choice” bill

Sen. Del Marsh's bill would cost the Education Trust Fund approximately $420 million.

Eddie Burkhalter

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February 1, 2022

Democrats condemn Sen. Sam Givhan for being sole vote against COVID relief appropriations

Democrat Korey Wilson is challenging Givhan in the Alabama Senate in the upcoming elections scheduled for later this year.

John H. Glenn

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February 1, 2022

State Sen. Dan Roberts leads effort to block $87.7 million tax hike on Alabama families

Families will pay an extra $87.7 million in state taxes unless the Legislature passes legislation to guarantee they will not be penalized for benefitting from COVID-19 relief.

February 1, 2022

Alabama employers to see 29 percent unemployment insurance tax cut

The Legislature allocated $79.5 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to the Alabama Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund.

January 31, 2022

Alabama 2022 Legislative Report: First special session

The annual regular session, which began on Jan. 11 before being suspended, will resume on Tuesday, Feb. 1.

Beth Lyons

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January 31, 2022

Alabama Senate approves COVID aid spending bill

The bill, which details the spending of $772 million in federal aid, now heads to Gov. Kay Ivey for her signature.

Eddie Burkhalter

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January 27, 2022