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A look back at criminal justice reform legislation that passed, failed

The Alabama Legislature during the last session passed a few notable criminal justice reform bills, but several failed to make it out of both chambers.

April 14, 2022

Governor Ivey signs three notable bills to improve Alabama communities

Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed three notable bills into law aimed at improving Alabama communities.

April 13, 2022

Senate approves increased tax credit for educational scholarships

SB261 now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration.

March 16, 2022

Which bills has Gov. Kay Ivey signed into law in 2021?

Here is a round-up of the 2021 Legislative Session legislation Gov. Kay Ivey has signed so far.

May 19, 2021

Shelby introduces SMART Act to establish flat tax

The SMART Act establishes a flat income tax of 17 percent on all income.

May 18, 2021

Gaming and lottery: It ain’t over till it’s over

"A wise politician knows to get the best deal you can right now and come back for more later."

May 10, 2021

Consumer Energy Alliance applauds governor, Legislature for protecting affordable energy

Consumer Energy Alliance applauded Gov. Kay Ivey for signing HB446.

May 5, 2021

Terri Collins’ charter bill hits snag

"While Collins can try and bring the bill back later, she is facing an uphill battle to get majority support."

April 7, 2021

Still work to be done on an Alabama gambling deal

A grand deal on gambling is possible in Alabama, but there’s still a long way to go. That was essentially the message that representatives from the Poarch Creek Indians and owners of non-Indian casinos around the state gave Friday to Gov. Kay Ivey’s Study Group on Gambling Policy. The 12-member group heard presentations, via Zoom, … Continued

June 8, 2020

Let’s build America’s health care equipment in Alabama

This is a difficult day for all of us. New unemployment numbers released this morning, some of the worst in our nation’s history, paint a grim picture of the economic devastation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Millions of Americans, and many of our fellow Alabamians, are out of work through no fault of their own. … Continued

May 8, 2020