2025 Legislative Session

Gov. Ivey calls for legislation banning smart phone use in Alabama public schools

The legislation would implement a statewide ban on the use of cell phones on public school campuses during times of instruction.

February 5, 2025

A full transcript of Gov. Ivey’s 2025 State of the State address

"All of our work must continue to focus on making sure Alabama remains the best state in which to live, work and raise a family," Ivey said.

February 5, 2025

AEA applauds Gov. Ivey’s support for paid parental leave

The Alabama Education Association is praising Ivey for her strong support of paid parental leave for education professionals and state employees.

February 5, 2025

Senate Pro Tem Gudger hires deputy chief of staff for policy and budgets

Gudger has hired Ashley McLain, a veteran education advocate and public policy professional with 23 years of experience

February 5, 2025

Alabama Arise unveils 2025 Legislative priorities

The nonprofit is pushing for Medicaid expansion, voting rights protections, public transportation funding, and other critical reforms.

February 4, 2025

Conservative women’s organization celebrates Rep. Dubose’s “What is a Woman Act”

The bill's reintroduction coincides with the GOP's renewed focus on sex and gender-related issues.

Alex Jobin

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February 4, 2025

Legislative session begins Tuesday with Gov. Ivey’s State of the State address

Ivey will deliver her State of the State address Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Jacob Holmes

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February 3, 2025

Opinion

History and fortune favor the bold — will Alabama’s leaders act?

Meaningful legislation in Alabama doesn’t fail because it lacks merit — it fails because it gets swallowed by small thinking, partisan pettiness, and political hesitation.

Bill Britt

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February 3, 2025

Program seeks to improve youth mental health care with federal funds

One federally funded ADMH program has sought to ease stress on residential psychiatric facilities and the criminal justice system.

Wesley Walter

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February 3, 2025