2023 Legislative Session

Exclusive: DAs Association pushing bills on gun crime, retail theft and fentanyl

One bill would add additional penalties for individuals convicted of a violent crime caught in possession of a firearm.

John H. Glenn

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March 22, 2023

Governor releases statements following successful Special Session

Ivey on Thursday commended the Alabama Legislature for the special session.

March 17, 2023

Legislature approves $1.06 billion pandemic relief spending

The House concurred 96-0 with the Senate's amended legislation. Final approval now rests with Gov. Kay Ivey.

John H. Glenn

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Jacob Holmes

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March 16, 2023

Second round of ARPA funds won’t address all health care, infrastructure needs in Alabama

Money from $1 billion in federal COVID aid may just scratch the surface, organizations say.

Alander Rocha

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March 13, 2023

Alabama 2023 Legislative Report: Week One

The regular session is now suspended while the Legislature is in a special session. 

Beth Lyons

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March 13, 2023

Albritton files bill to return final $59 million to Alabama Trust Fund

It would be the final payment to Alabama Trust Fund to satisfy money taken from the fund during the previous decade.

John H. Glenn

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March 9, 2023

Faith in Action Alabama gathers in support of House Bill 96

The legislation would make it easier for formerly incarcerated Alabamians to be able to vote.

John H. Glenn

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March 9, 2023

Ivey calls for $1B in tax rebates, sets Special Session in State of the State

Ivey proposed rebates of $400 per person, for a total of $800 in rebates per married household.

Jacob Holmes

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March 8, 2023

Full text: Gov. Kay Ivey’s 2023 State of the State address

"We have an opportunity during this Legislative Session to continue making progress for Alabama families."

March 7, 2023