Legislature / Governor House passes bill criminalizing improper dog tethering Despite fierce pushback from agricultural groups and rural lawmakers, the Alabama House approved new standards for outside dog enclosures. Jacob Holmes / April 9, 2026
Senate Pro Tem Gudger hires deputy chief of staff for policy and budgets Gudger has hired Ashley McLain, a veteran education advocate and public policy professional with 23 years of experience February 5, 2025
Program seeks to improve youth mental health care with federal funds One federally funded ADMH program has sought to ease stress on residential psychiatric facilities and the criminal justice system. Wesley Walter / February 3, 2025