Bill proposes the state reimburse residents for stolen SNAP benefits
SB230, sponsored by Sen. Vivian Figures, D-Mobile, would take effect immediately.
2025 Legislative Session
Alabama House to consider bill requiring post-election audits
The proposal would require post-election audits after every county and statewide general election in Alabama.
BCA, AFA endorse Heath Allbright in House District 11 special election
Allbright is seeking to replace Rep. Randall Shedd, who has stepped down.
March 11, 2025
Alabama 2025 Legislative Report: Week Four
652 bills have been introduced to date.
House passes bill to increase penalties for resisting arrest
HB265 looks to elevate the penalty to a Class A misdemeanor, which could result in up to a year in jail.
Bill criminalizing Glock switch possession passes in House
Alabama House approved a bill making Glock switch possession a felony, citing rising gun violence around the state.
House sends bill reshaping Veterans Affairs structure to Ivey’s desk
The new law will allow the governor to dismiss the ADVA commissioner at his or her pleasure.
Senate passes bill to allow Jackson Hospital to restructure debt following bankruptcy
Sen. Kirk Hatcher introduced the bill in the wake of Jackson Hospital and Clinic in Montgomery filing for bankruptcy.
Rep. Garrett introduces tax cuts, aims to ease burden on Alabama families
These measures would save Alabamians approximately $314.6 million annually.
House passes bill enhancing penalties for terrorist threats
The bill would make subsequent convictions a Class D Felony and removes the requirement that the threat be deemed credible and imminent.