Rep. Phillip Ensler

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House approves roting rights restoration transparency bill

SB24 requires the state to post instructions for formerly incarcerated individuals seeking ballot access and publicly notify individuals who've had their rights restored.

Wesley Walter

April 9, 2026

Rep. Ensler says he would push for gambling legislation as lieutenant governor

Alabama politicians need to “focus on the things that are gonna improve people’s quality of life,” Ensler said.

Chance Phillips

December 26, 2025

Rep. Phillip Ensler becomes first Democratic candidate in lieutenant governor race

“Alabamians want their public servants to focus on solutions to real problems, not culture wars and personal opinions,” Ensler said.

Chance Phillips

December 19, 2025

Rep. Phillip Ensler announces decision not to seek reelection

Ensler reflected on his service, highlighting efforts to reduce gun violence, expand mental health services, and support public education.

July 15, 2025

Bill criminalizing Glock switch possession passes in House

Alabama House approved a bill making Glock switch possession a felony, citing rising gun violence around the state.

Mary Claire Wooten

March 7, 2025

Alabama Senate approves bill to make possessing a conversion device a felony

SB116 would make possession and machine gun conversion devices, commonly known as Glock switches, punishable by up to 10 years in prison.

Mary Claire Wooten

February 26, 2025