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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.

February 15, 2023

The bill is an attempt to make the parole board conform to its own guidelines.

February 14, 2023

Rep. Chris England's bill would also apply in cases of judicial override, which the Legislature ended in 2017.

February 13, 2023

With a month before the first session of the quadrennium, only 16 pre-filed bills have been made available to the public.

February 3, 2023

The bill proposes significant reductions in the amount of days offered in return for good behavior from incarcerated individuals.

January 31, 2023

The bill adds mandatory minimum sentences for people possessing amounts of fentanyl that signify an intent to distribute the deadly drug.

January 18, 2023

Although courts generally respect parental rights, Paschal said he wants to enshrine them as fundamental rights by statute.

January 17, 2023

The committees are a crucial piece of the legislative process.

January 13, 2023

As majority whip, Chambliss will work to advance the party's platform and guide member participation.

January 12, 2023

Committee amendments will now be completed in committee instead of requiring a vote on the floor.

January 11, 2023