Scott Stadthagen

State

House speaker, majority leader urge APLS to address library controversy

The House leaders threatened to use budgetary authority and statutory power to address the controversy if the APLS does not act.

September 14, 2023

Film incentive legislation stalls, but major changes could be coming

Many House Republicans showed support for an amendment by House Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen to entirely remove the film incentive cap, while others questioned the responsibility of the move.

June 27, 2023

State librarian: Book challenges are nothing new

Dr. Nancy Pack pointed to past clashes over book censorship as the template for defending the freedom to read in the latest wave.

June 20, 2023

Bill to ban drag in public spaces runs out of time

Several other anti-LGBTQ bills also stalled during the legislative session.

June 1, 2023

Stadthagen files bill to prevent Chinese ownership of Alabama property

The legislation will be heard before a House committee before consideration by the entire body.

April 26, 2023

Stadthagen names Tracey Arnold chief of staff of the House Majority Caucus

Arnold has served in executive assistant and committee clerk roles during her tenure in the Alabama House.

November 18, 2022