lottery

Legislature

Alabama citizens will most likely be denied a chance to vote on gambling

Because of special interests and out-of-state meddling, Alabama citizens likely won't get a chance to vote on gambling, losing out on billions in revenue.

Josh Moon

March 22, 2024

Senate passes stripped down gaming bill; the real fight starts now

The House and Senate must try to come together and hammer out a compromise gambling bill.

Josh Moon

March 8, 2024

Opinion

What a stupid, stupid day Tuesday was in the Alabama Senate

Alabama lawmakers think you're stupid. And they're working hard to make sure you stay that way.

Josh Moon

March 6, 2024

The gambling fight gets messier

Substitute bills and lots of new ideas seem destined to sink the gambling legislation, denying Alabamians an opportunity to vote.

Josh Moon

March 5, 2024

Healthcare expansion, lack of communication threaten gambling legislation

The week ended with seemingly much disarray surrounding the gambling legislation, but optimism remains that a deal can be reached.

Josh Moon

February 23, 2024

A combination of issues are threatening the comprehensive gambling bill

While supporters remain optimistic, the gambling legislation is facing its first true test this session.

Josh Moon

February 20, 2024

Alabama House passes its first ever comprehensive gambling legislation

The two-bill package, including a constitutional amendment that must be approved by voters, now moves to the senate.

Josh Moon

February 16, 2024

House committee advances gambling legislation, floor debate could come Thursday

With very little argument and only a single no vote, gambling legislation sailed out of committee and heads to the House floor.

Josh Moon

February 15, 2024

Opinion

Utilizing gaming revenue for good

When it comes to educating the next generation, the lottery proposal within this legislation offers momentous opportunity.

James Lomax

February 13, 2024

Gambling bill still on track after weekend “blip”

Negotiations continue over a proposed comprehensive gambling bill, but all involved believe things are still moving towards passage

Josh Moon

February 12, 2024