Rep. Givan has nothing to apologize for
Givan partially quoted the lyrics of a Jay-Z song as a sort of warning to Rep. Kenneth Paschal. She did not tell lies.
2023 Legislative Session
Senate committee OKs “divisive concepts” bill
The bill would prohibit K-12 schools and colleges from promoting or endorsing certain "divisive concepts."
Gov. Ivey signs new adoption codes into law
The code is meant to streamline the state's adoption process and make it less burdensome for parents.
Senate committee cuts rebate from $400 per filer to $100
The change comes as lawmakers put their support behind reducing the state's grocery tax.
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See recent postsA horrible, awful, no good bill
HB372 is supposed to be about building a Statehouse. Instead, it forgives election corruption and hides state contracts.
House Education Committee moves two bills, delays action on “choice” bill
A bill reworking charter school governance and another streamlining teacher certifications for professionals got favorable reports.
Panhandling bill given favorable report by senate committee
The bill would prohibit an individual from loitering on a public roadway maintained by the state.
Week in review: Senate
There were still a number of bills that passed despite one less day.
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See recent postsAlabama elected officials showed leadership with “The Game Plan”
This package of bills served as an example of significant, well-thought-out, targeted legislation.
State Rep. James Lomax sponsors bill banning Chinese-made drones
House Bill 321 mirrors measures that have already been introduced in other states and the U.S. Congress.
May 2, 2023