voting rights

Legislature

Early voting could be coming to Alabama

The House will consider HB-59 during the 2025 Legislative Session, which begins in February.

November 19, 2024

New bill looks to make Election Day state holiday

Currently, Alabama is one of five states that offers time off for voting but with no pay.

November 12, 2024

Election Day 2024: What to know as Alabamians head to the polls

Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. as voters decide the outcome of a number of local, state, and federal races.

November 5, 2024

On Election Day, a reminder of democracy’s fragility and resilience

Today, let us vote with purpose and with a sense of reverence for the democracy we’re privileged to share.

November 5, 2024

Alabama joins red states fighting to purge voter rolls in Virginia

A federal court blocked similar actions by Alabama due to a 90-day quiet period before elections.

October 30, 2024

ACLU of Alabama launches new voter engagement efforts

The ACLU of Alabama is actively sharing resources that inform voters about their rights at the polls and ensure they can exercise those rights on Election Day.

October 30, 2024

Alabama man sentenced for violent threats against election workers in Arizona

Brian Jerry Ogstad, a 60-year-old man from Cullman, was sentenced to 30 months in prison for issuing threats.

October 24, 2024

Roll of I Voted Today stickers on white wooden table with copy space. US presidential election concept

Alabama lawmakers fear the increased scrutiny of more voting options

While other states' citizens conveniently vote early in record numbers, Alabamians wait on a random Tuesday, and hope it isn't raining.

October 21, 2024

United Sisterhood of Alabama to host “Her Voice! Her Power!” Capitol rally

The event seeks to galvanize women across the state, providing a platform for voices that are often marginalized.

October 17, 2024

11th Circuit rejects stay in key Alabama absentee voting law, protects vulnerable voters

The battle over Senate Bill 1 is just one skirmish in a much larger war over voting rights.

October 14, 2024