Bill would allow local governments to reduce local taxes on food
The bill stalled in committee last year after the Association of County Commissions of Alabama raised concerns.
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Rep. England brings back bill to create parole oversight
The bill is an attempt to make the parole board conform to its own guidelines.
Bill would require unanimous jury for death penalty — and apply retroactively
Rep. Chris England's bill would also apply in cases of judicial override, which the Legislature ended in 2017.
2023 Legislative Session whip around: A look at what’s been pre-filed so far
With a month before the first session of the quadrennium, only 16 pre-filed bills have been made available to the public.
Pre-filed bills would slash incentive time accruals
The bill proposes significant reductions in the amount of days offered in return for good behavior from incarcerated individuals.
First pre-filed bill of new session aimed to crack down on fentanyl dealers
The bill adds mandatory minimum sentences for people possessing amounts of fentanyl that signify an intent to distribute the deadly drug.
Paschal pre-files bill to make parental rights “fundamental rights”
Although courts generally respect parental rights, Paschal said he wants to enshrine them as fundamental rights by statute.
House Speaker Ledbetter announces standing committees
The committees are a crucial piece of the legislative process.
Chambliss selected to serve as Senate majority whip
As majority whip, Chambliss will work to advance the party's platform and guide member participation.
New House rules give more power to committees, change local bill contest process
Committee amendments will now be completed in committee instead of requiring a vote on the floor.