2026 Legislative Session

Legislature

Sen. Sam Givhan endorses execution in child sex abuse cases, firing squads

Givhan discussed a proposed bill to allow the death penalty for child rape cases during a Wednesday radio appearance.

July 31, 2025

Teenage boy in black hoodie and jeans is arrested with hands cuffed behind his back. Dark studio background emphasizes his confinement. Represents crime, justice and consequence for youth.

Bill limiting youthful offender status for murder refiled for 2026 session

State Rep. Phillip Pettus refiled legislation to limit youthful offender status for murder charges after a similar bill failed in the last session.

July 29, 2025

Prefiled bill would prevent faithless presidential electors in Alabama

A pre-filed bill in Alabama's 2026 session outlined a plan to replace faithless electors, ensuring votes aligned with the popular vote.

July 25, 2025

State lawmakers will try again to require national anthem weekly in public schools

State lawmakers are planning another attempt to mandate weekly national anthem broadcasts or performances in K-12 public schools.

July 17, 2025

Bill reintroduced to enhance religious exemptions for vaccinations, mask-use

This bill, entitled the Alabama Conscientious Right to Refuse Act, cited "reasons of conscience, including religious convictions" as legally protected justifications.

July 16, 2025

Prefiled bill would require school boards to give credit for private religious instruction

Sen. Shelnutt’s bill would strip local school boards of discretion and require all Alabama districts to grant elective credit for off-campus religious instruction during the school day.

July 4, 2025

ALGOP promotes Burniston to dual role in communications and legislative affairs

Jeannie Negrón Burniston will help shape the Party’s 2026 policy agenda while continuing to lead its media and messaging strategy.

July 3, 2025

Prefiled bill would require ignition interlock devices for first-time DUI offenders

A prefiled bill for the 2026 Legislative Session could make ignition interlock devices a requirement for first-time DUI offenders in Alabama.

July 1, 2025

State Rep. Susan DuBose to hold town hall meeting on June 17

DuBose will discuss key legislation and gather valuable feedback from constituents at her upcoming town hall meeting.

June 11, 2025