2026 Legislative Session

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The death penalty for child rape is unconstitutional—and it should stay that way

There is no punishment that could possibly deter an act so grounded in inhumanity.

Will Nevin

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September 10, 2025

Baldwin County delegation announces appointment of new chief of staff

Miles McDaniel, a lifelong resident, was appointed chief of staff, bringing over 16 years of leadership and management experience to the Baldwin County delegation.

September 8, 2025

Rep. Mack Butler re-files “Don’t Say Gay” bill for 2026 session

Butler is again moving to restrict expression related to gender identity and sexual orientation in Alabama classrooms.

Alex Jobin

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September 2, 2025

Lawmakers officially pre-file “Child Predator Death Penalty Act” in Alabama Legislature

The legislation would allow prosecutors to request the death penalty for those convicted of raping or sodomizing children younger than 12 years old.

August 29, 2025

Rep. James Lomax appointed to House Rules Committee

Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter appointed Rep. James Lomax, a freshman lawmaker, to a powerful committee.

August 28, 2025

Stubbs named vice chair of House County and Municipal Government Committee

Ledbetter selected a legislator with Elmore County Commission experience to a key leadership role, citing his commitment to conservative policies.

August 28, 2025

State Rep. Chip Brown pre-files legislation to bolster commercial seafood industry

His legislative package included measures to support commercial fishing, retail seafood sales and the protection of local marine waters.

Alex Jobin

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August 26, 2025

Alabama counties unite to protect online sales tax program

County commissioners statewide unanimously approved a resolution encouraging the legislature to oppose changes to the online sales tax program.

August 26, 2025

Bill to exempt optical aids from Alabama sales tax filed again for 2026 session

The Alabama House of Representatives previously passed a bill to exempt optical aids from sales tax, but it failed in the Senate. Now, it's back.

Alex Jobin

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August 8, 2025