Vets rally against bill gutting state VA board
SB67, led by Sen. Andrew Jones, R-Centre, will go before a House committee this morning as the bill gets closer to becoming law.
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See recent postsSB110 is a costly mistake that puts Alabama’s roads at risk
This bill isn’t about making roads better. It’s about shifting costs from a select few businesses while leaving everyone else to foot the bill.
Alabama Senate approves bill to make possessing a conversion device a felony
SB116 would make possession and machine gun conversion devices, commonly known as Glock switches, punishable by up to 10 years in prison.
SB84 seeks to authorize Alfa health plans for members
SB84 would authorize Alfa to offer health coverage to farmers, addressing high costs for the group but raising concerns about consumer protections.
Alabama cities could raise their local minimum wage under proposed law
Rep. Neil Rafferty introduced HB291 to repeal the Alabama Uniform Minimum Wage and Right-to-Work Act.
Bill to ease occupational license restrictions for inmates passes committee
HB238 would create certificates of employability for released inmates going before the occupational licensing boards.
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See recent postsThe moral argument for gambling legislation
For years, the moral argument against gambling legislation has been effective. But today, the shoe's on the other foot.
Rep. Jim Hill introduces Speedy Trial Act in attempt to fix court backlogs
Hill says Alabama needs visiting judges to address court backlogs and protect Alabamians’ constitutional right to a speedy trial.
Week Three: Alabama Legislature advances key public safety bills
Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter, R-Rainsville, described the week as a success.
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Senate committee hears complex arguments for bills regulating PBMs
Two bills seek to limit costs and protect independent pharmacies by capping prescription prices and guaranteeing reimbursement rates.