Annual Legislative Session successful
It began on a high note and ended positively. Why? There was plenty of money to spend.
2023 Legislative Session
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See recent postsProtecting our conservative values
We passed key legislation that will continue to make Alabama the best state in the country to live and do business.
“Parental rights” bill signed into law
The bill identifies parental rights as "fundamental rights," which the bill's sponsor says will make it harder for government to interfere.
Study ranks Alabama as third worst state for LGBTQ+ safety
Only Mississippi and Tennessee fared worse in the ranking.
Freshman legislators reflect on their first legislative session
From navigating the legislative process to building relationships, these freshmen lawmakers approached their roles in different ways.
Gov. Ivey signs grocery tax reduction into law
The reduction comes after decades of attempts to reduce or eliminate the grocery tax.
Distracted drivers will soon run afoul of state law
The offense is a secondary violation, meaning a driver must be stopped for another reason.
Alabama Legislature prohibits “digital dollar,” awaits governor
If enacted into law, state agencies and subdivisions would be prohibited from accepting a CBDC as payment.
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See recent postsThe 2023 Legislative Session was … kinda good?
In a time of legislative upheaval all around, Alabama's 2023 Legislative Session was surprisingly productive and sane.
Governor signs HB342, expanding alternative certification pathways for teachers
The legislation aims to help address the ongoing teacher shortage in Alabama.
June 13, 2023