Alabama House of Representatives

Alabama House adjourns 2026 Session

House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter said lawmakers left Alabama stronger, touting record tax relief, tougher public safety laws and major education gains.

April 10, 2026

House OKs bill to exclude credit card transaction fees from sales tax

Despite concerns over lost municipal revenue, the legislation easily passed the House on Wednesday and now heads to Governor Kay Ivey’s desk.

Alex Jobin

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April 9, 2026

House passes bill to increase penalties for eluding law enforcement

Despite strong opposition from Democrats citing systemic distrust of police, lawmakers advanced a measure making eluding officers in a vehicle a felony.

Alex Jobin

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April 3, 2026

Alabama House passes $10.9 billion education budget

State representatives approved a historic $10.9 billion spending plan that funded teacher pay raises and expanded technical education investments across Alabama.

March 13, 2026

Alabama 2026 Legislative Report: Week Eight

Lawmakers enacted new criminal penalties and coastal regulations, while advancing proposals on school policy and public transparency.

Beth Lyons

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March 9, 2026

Alabama House passes bills to expand career and technical education

Lawmakers approved a package Thursday aimed at expanding workforce development through a $150 million investment and new industry professional teaching certifications.

March 6, 2026

Alabama 2026 Legislative Report: Week Seven

Lawmakers advanced environmental regulations and criminal penalties as the Alabama Legislature surpassed the midpoint of its 2026 session.

Beth Lyons

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March 2, 2026

Alabama House passes scholarship bill for law enforcement families

The Alabama House passed legislation Thursday establishing a new scholarship program to help law enforcement families pay for college and workforce training.

February 27, 2026

Stadthagen steps down as majority leader after caucus tensions

Representative Scott Stadthagen resigned his leadership post Wednesday to seek the state party chairmanship following internal friction over a leaked recording.

Bill Britt

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February 18, 2026