What passed, failed in 2023 Alabama legislative session?
Here’s a look at the high-profile bills that passed the 2023 session of the Alabama Legislature and the ones that didn’t.
Alabama Legislature
Alabama Lawmakers Wrap Up 2023 Session
Tuesday marked the final day of the 2023 session of the Alabama Legislature.
Alabama lawmakers vote to shield release of their personal information
Alabama lawmakers voted to include themselves as well as judges, law enforcement and prosecutors in shielding personal information from being released on public records.
Legislature Approves Enhanced Penalties for “Criminal Enterprise”
Alabama lawmakers gave final approval on Thursday to legislation that could lead to lengthier prison sentences for felonies committed as part of a “criminal enterprise.”
Legislature Gives Final Approval to Lower State Sales Tax on Groceries
Alabama families could soon pay less at the grocery store after lawmakers Thursday voted to remove half of the 4% state sales tax on food.
Alabama Lawmakers Approve $3 Billion General Fund Budget
State lawmakers on Friday gave final approval to general fund spending bills after sometimes tense disagreements over local projects and budget projections.
Legislature Approves Tax Rebates of $150 per Person; Bill Goes to Governor
Alabama lawmakers have given final approval to a one-time tax rebate that will give $150 to single people and $300 to married couples.
UPDATE: Lawmakers Advance Bill to Cut Alabama’s Grocery Sales Tax in Half
Alabama lawmakers on Thursday advanced legislation to remove half of the state’s 4% sale tax on groceries.
Alabama House Advances Tax Rebates of $210 Per Taxpayer
The Alabama House of Representatives has unanimously approved a one-time tax rebate that would give $210 to single filers and $420 to married filers.
Alabama Lawmakers Attempt to Define “What Is a Woman”
Alabama lawmakers on Wednesday advanced legislation that would define who is recognized as female and male under state law.
