New unemployment claims continue to increase
The number of new weekly claims has risen steadily so far this year.
COVID-19
Alabama Senate GOP leadership praise passage of priority legislation
The legislation includes economic incentives and legal protections from lawsuits related to the pandemic.
BCA commends Legislature for securing COVID liability protections
Exceptions would exist if the covered entity acted with wanton, reckless, willful or intentional misconduct.
February 12, 2021
House committee advances COVID liability bill
The sponsor said the legislation would give businesses, churches, schools and others immunity from civil liability resulting from the COVID-19 crisis.
Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs installs equipment to combat COVID
The $620,000 cost of the equipment is to be paid for through federal CARES Act funds.
BCA applauds passage of Taxpayer Stimulus Freedom and Business Tax Competitiveness acts
The bill passed the Senate on Wednesday by a vote of 27-0 before being sent to the governor’s desk.
February 11, 2021
House passes bill to bring back retired judges to deal with case backlog
Retired judges could be brought in on a part-time basis to deal with the judge shortage and a growing backlog of cases.
Select Alabama Walmart, Sam’s Club pharmacies to begin vaccinations Feb. 12
The company selected 74 stores across Alabama to begin administering COVID-19 vaccines on Feb 12.
UAB, PathCheck Foundation release COVID-19 dashboard
Alabama ranks last in the nation in the percentage of vaccine doses administered, according to the dashboard.
Supreme Court lifts California’s restrictions on religious services
The court split 6 to 3, though even the majority was divided in its ruling.