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We equip people leaving prison—or on probation—with the skills and support they need to succeed.
Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles
Reentry Task Force says PREP is poised to strengthen Alabama’s workforce
The Reentry Task Force detailed plans last week to connect formerly incarcerated Alabamians with high-paying defense industry jobs through new training partnerships.
February 5, 2026
Senate confirms Hal Nash as chairman of Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles
The Alabama State Senate unanimously confirmed Hal Nash to the Board of Pardons and Paroles, six months after Gov. Ivey appointed him chairman.
January 30, 2026
Darryl Littleton appointed to a deputy director position at Paroles Bureau
During his time on the Board, Littleton led efforts to modernize the parole file review process, reducing errors and expanding remote data access.
January 6, 2026
Alabama parole grant rate remains low in November report
Parole grant rates for the fiscal year 2026 sit at 17 percent, compared to 29 percent in November 2024.
Cam Ward to receive national award for Alabama’s reentry success
Ward will be one of seven national leaders to receive the Addiction Policy Forum's annual award.
As opioid overdose deaths decline, lawmakers plan to expand treatment options
Alabama’s opioid settlement fund recipient agencies reported major progress this year, citing fewer overdose deaths and growing efforts.
Hal Nash officially sworn in as new chair of parole board
Nash is replacing controversial parole board chair Leigh Gwathney, who oversaw a sharp decline in parole approvals.
Advocacy orgs demand changes to parole release guidelines
The groups argue that the guidelines should only punish instigators of prison violence, among other changes.
Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles releases March statistics
Alabama's parole system maintains low grant rates and successes in Day Reporting Centers.