People Flock to Alabama State House to Support Removing State Sales Tax from Groceries
Alabama lawmakers are considering removing, or phasing out, the state’s 4% sales tax on food.
Alabama Politics
Alabama Approves Harsher Penalties for Fentanyl Trafficking
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a bill to bring harsher penalties for trafficking fentanyl — with punishments of up to life imprisonment — as state leaders try to respond to the deadly overdose crisis.
Financially Struggling Birmingham-Southern College Will Stay Open for Now
Birmingham-Southern College will not close its doors this fall even as the liberal arts school works to stabilize its finances.
Alabama Lawmakers Advance Two Income Tax Cut Bills
Alabama lawmakers have advanced an income tax cut, one of several tax break proposals as legislators weigh how to use a record budget surplus.
Bill Seeks First Grade “Readiness” for All Alabama Students
Alabama children would have to attend kindergarten or take a test to show their “readiness” for first grade, under legislation advanced by a state House committee.
Alabama House Delays Vote on Distracted Driving Bill
The Alabama House of Representatives on Tuesday delayed a vote on legislation that would make it illegal to use a handheld cellphone while driving.
Gov. Kay Ivey Signs Spending Plan for $1 Billion in Pandemic Funds
Gov. Kay Ivey says, “Alabama can now look to a future of greater promise thanks to the steps we have taken this week to invest these funds wisely.”
State Officials Honor Retired Sen. Richard Shelby, “Alabama’s Greatest Builder”
Gov. Kay Ivey and other state officials paid tribute to former U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, saying he transformed the economic and education landscape of the state during his decades of public service.
Alabama Lawmakers Begin Special Session on What to Do with $1 Billion in Federal Relief Money
Here’s how Alabama might spend the remaining $1 billion in federal pandemic relief money.
WATCH: Ivey to Legislature: Give Alabama Taxpayers a $400 Check
Gov. Kay Ivey has delivered her annual State of the State Address. She urged the Legislature to give Alabama taxpayers a $400 check.
