Closed primaries

Legislature / Elections / Party politics

Bill to close primaries dies without vote

A top GOP priority collapsed on the session’s final day, leaving Alabama’s open primaries intact despite pressure from party leaders.

April 10, 2026

Bill to close primaries moves to Senate on what could be session’s final day

An Alabama Senate committee approved legislation requiring voters to register with a political party to participate in primary elections.

April 9, 2026

House Republicans push closed primaries forward

A few Republicans, particularly those in purple districts, joined Democrats in opposing the legislation.

March 20, 2026

Alabama House advances party registration bill

HB541 would require voters to register by party before primaries, raising concerns about disenfranchising independents and reshaping Alabama elections.

March 18, 2026

Bill to close Alabama primaries takes first step toward becoming law

Supporters believe each party should choose its own candidates while opponents argue the bill disenfranchises voters.

March 12, 2026

Alabama GOP resolutions revive the Founders’ warning on factions

ALGOP resolutions on drag shows, closed primaries, and data centers raise deeper questions about factional power and constitutional liberty.

March 9, 2026

The anti-American stench of closed primaries

Why should taxpayers be forced to pay tens of millions of dollar for primary elections in which they can't participate?

February 27, 2026

Wahl urges closed primaries amid claims Dems swayed Dale County election

Legislation would need to be passed to make that a reality.

April 1, 2024

Lawmakers may close Alabama primaries during next legislative session

Currently, registered voters in Alabama do not register with a political party prior to voting in state primaries.

July 10, 2022