The Second Chance Act is a conservative, commonsense, smart-on-crime bill
The Legislature should send it to Governor Kay Ivey for her signature.
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Week Three: Alabama Legislature advances key public safety bills
Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter, R-Rainsville, described the week as a success.
February 21, 2025
Alabama House passes Safe Alabama Package to boost law enforcement
The legislative package has garnered bipartisan support.
February 19, 2025
Big 10 Mayors praise “Safe Alabama” public safety initiative
The Alabama Big 10 Mayors worked with state officials and members of the Legislature to include legislation addressing key public safety issues.
February 13, 2025
Gov. Ivey officially launches public safety package
The public safety legislation has been dubbed the "Safe Alabama" package.
February 6, 2025
Birmingham, Jefferson County launch data-driven violence reduction initiative
The Birmingham-Jefferson County Justice Governance Partnership aims to reduce violence through evidence-based strategies.
Sen. Tuberville introduces bill to fight “swatting”
"Swatting" occurs when an individual makes a false report of an ongoing emergency or threat of violence in order to intimidate someone.
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Gov. Ivey awards over $7.6 million for Alabama highway safety enforcement
The grants will help fund major highway safety campaigns.
October 10, 2024
Bill would penalize not disclosing concealed firearms to law enforcement
Under existing law, individuals carrying a concealed firearm must inform law enforcement officers of a firearm when asked.