Memorial Preservation Act flies in the face of “states’ rights” ideology
The centralized state government is cracking down on the rights of its individual member cities.
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Week in review: Senate
There were still a number of bills that passed despite one less day.
Sewell secures $500,000 to support long-term recovery after Jan. 12 storms
The funding will help support long-term recovery efforts in Selma and Dallas County following the Jan. 12 storms.
May 3, 2023
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See recent postsAlabama elected officials showed leadership with “The Game Plan”
This package of bills served as an example of significant, well-thought-out, targeted legislation.
RSA takes first step towards new Statehouse building
A request for bids to build a new Statehouse was sent out by RSA on Monday.
ADOC places officer accused of child abuse on leave
The correctional officer, Lateshia Jackson, was arrested and charged with torture/willful abuse of a child.
Sen. Britt, colleagues introduce legislation to protect Supreme Court justices
The legislation would raise the maximum term of imprisonment for those who attempt to unlawfully influence a federal judge.
May 2, 2023
State Rep. James Lomax sponsors bill banning Chinese-made drones
House Bill 321 mirrors measures that have already been introduced in other states and the U.S. Congress.
May 2, 2023
Alabama Arise supports Senate bill to reduce grocery tax
SB275 is co-sponsored by all 35 members of the Senate and would phase the grocery tax down from 4 percent to 2 percent over the next three years.
Bill filed to ban drag shows in public spaces
The bill is part of a trend in GOP-controlled legislatures targeting drag performances.