Bills on regulations and public notices approved by Senate committee
Elliott called SB29, which would place deadlines on license approvals, “the oomph to say go ahead and process this application.”
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“Cloaked in secrecy” applicant bemoans Cannabis Commission licensing process
The company is hoping the commission brings the process out into the open so it and the public can better understand the licensing decisions made by the commission.
Bill would allow cosmetology license reciprocity for military dependents
House Bill 246 is part of an effort to create a national “cosmetology compact” for military personnel and dependents.
April 11, 2023
With one day left, Medical Cannabis Commission only has nine applications
Commissioner John McMillan said indicators point to several last-minute applications.
August is the month to renew hunting, fishing licenses
This year, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is giving hunters and fishermen who hunt or fish in Alabama new options to make purchasing licenses for the 2020-2021 seasons easier.
House passes bill legalizing direct shipments of wine to consumers
The Alabama House of Representatives voted in favor of a bill Thursday that would allow consumers to order wine and have it shipped to their residences. House Bill 350 is sponsored by State Rep. Terri Collins, R-Decatur. The bill would allow a licensed wine manufacturer to purchase a direct shipper license from the Alabama Alcoholic … Continued
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Did you know that it’s against the law to braid hair, wash hair or even plant flowers professionally in Alabama without a license? That’s because occupational licensing, originally meant to protect consumers, has gotten way out of hand. A video recently produced by the Alabama Policy Institute illustrates just how ridiculous it has become. Sure, … Continued
Agriculture and Industries approves dozens of industrial hemp licenses
The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries has licensed dozens of growers, processors and universities to grow, cultivate, process and research industrial hemp in 2019. Commissioner Rick Pate said Thursday that ADAI has licensed 152 growers, 59 processors and five universities to participate in the state’s Industrial Hemp Pilot Program. “We have had a significant … Continued
Gun season for deer begins Saturday
November begins the heart of the annual hunting season in Alabama. The most popular species to hunt in Alabama is the whitetail deer and the state opens hunting season for deer on Saturday, November 17. Remember to be safe while hunting this fall and always wear a safety harness from an elevated position. Numerous accidents … Continued
It’s hunting season
September marks the beginning of the annual hunting season in Alabama as a number of hunting seasons begin this month. Goose season in Alabama has already begun and will last from September 1 to September 30. The aggregate bag limit of 5 dark geese (Canada, White-fronted, and Brant). You can not take more than one … Continued