Two resolutions condemning all forms of bullying, including that based on sexual orientation or gender identity, passed the House on Thursday. The bills were introduced by Alabama House Democratic Caucus members Rep. Neil Rafferty, D-Birmingham, and Rep. Merika Coleman, D-Birmingham, in response to the death by suicide of Nigel Shelby, a Huntsville teenager who was … Continued
The Alabama House Democratic Caucus is weighing into the fight over who will lead the Alabama Democratic Party after Democratic National Committee-ordered elections later this month. The caucus announced Wednesday that at least 19 House Democrats voted to endorse Sen. Vivian Figures, D-Mobile, for Alabama Democratic Party chair. Figures has served in the Alabama Senate … Continued
During the next month, the Alabama House Democratic Caucus members will travel across the state to participate in a town hall tour. They hope to speak with constituents in regards to the next legislative session, asking them about issues close to home that they want their representatives to prioritize. “With so many issues and challenges facing … Continued
By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter The Alabama House Democratic Caucus on Wednesday passed a resolution calling for Gov. Kay Ivey to expand the state’s Medicaid program. “We have seen — and continue to see — the enormous negative impact not expanding Medicaid has already had on our state,” said Rep. Mary Moore, D-Birmingham. “It’s … Continued