Bill to limit SNAP benefits passed by House, sent to governor
Representative Pebblin Warren asked about the impacts of the bill on children whose families wouldn’t be able to buy Easter candy.
Rep. Reed Ingram
Gov. Ivey signs Alabama law enforcement safety, scholarship bills
The new laws expanded scholarships for officers’ dependents and imposed tougher penalties on drivers who fled police, including repeat offenders.
April 10, 2026
House passes bill to increase penalties for eluding law enforcement
Despite strong opposition from Democrats citing systemic distrust of police, lawmakers advanced a measure making eluding officers in a vehicle a felony.
House committee grants SNAP junk food restriction bill a favorable review
Alabama lawmakers advanced a bill to ban purchasing candy and soda with nutritional assistance.
House committees advance school prayer bills
Two Alabama House committees advanced similar school prayer bills, debating funding penalties, constitutionality concerns and whether schools should mandate daily prayer.
House committee debates school prayer amendment, holds bill
The House Education Policy Committee delayed the proposed constitutional amendment on school prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance after lawmakers raised funding and implementation concerns.
Farmers Federation endorses Reps. Reed Ingram, Jim Carns for reelection
Federation presidents praised both incumbents, highlighting their conservative values and commitment to farmers and business in their districts.
November 6, 2025
As Alabama faces $35 million SNAP budget gap, lawmakers consider cuts
Almost 90 percent of SNAP beneficiaries live in a household with a child, an elderly individual, or a disabled person.
Bill to let governor, AG appoint interim police chiefs prefiled for 2026 session
Interim police chiefs may be necessary because sometimes elections for mayor are “just a popularity contest,” Rep. Reed Ingram said.
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