Bill to allow ALEA takeover of Montgomery police dies in House
The bill drew fierce opposition from Montgomery leaders and Democrats, who described it as state overreach that would burden local government.
State Sen. Will Barfoot
League of Women Voters panel critique Southern prison and parole policies
Panelists discussed human costs of mass incarceration, low parole rates and prison conditions during a virtual event organized by the voting rights group.
Senate Judiciary Committee passes bills on voting rights restoration, increased criminal penalties
The Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee approved measures streamlining voting rights restoration for felons and increasing penalties for reckless endangerment and illegal handicap parking.
Sen. Will Barfoot announces reelection campaign
Barfoot will seek reelection in 2026 as redistricting litigation alters District 25’s boundaries and creates uncertainty ahead of the primary.
Bill restricting firearm access for felons, immigrants, minors heads to governor’s desk
SB119 expands firearm prohibitions for recent and repeat felons, undocumented immigrants and minors, and significantly increases penalties for illegal possession.
Senate passes bill to allow Jackson Hospital to restructure debt following bankruptcy
Sen. Kirk Hatcher introduced the bill in the wake of Jackson Hospital and Clinic in Montgomery filing for bankruptcy.