Alabama Legislature passes bill to improve safety at camps for children
Supporters were at the Alabama State House to urge lawmakers to pass the Sarah Marsh Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act.
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Doctors association wants Alabama Legislature to allow more emergency allergy treatment in schools
The Medical Association of Alabama wants the legislature to give final approval to a bill to expand the types of medicines available to schools to treat severe allergic reactions.
Alabama Senate considering bill to put restrictions on police chases
A public hearing has been held on an Alabama Senate bill that would restrict police chases in the hopes of preventing deadly wrecks.
State of Alabama to appeal ruling forcing state senate districts to be redrawn
The State of Alabama plans to appeal a federal judge’s order to swiftly draw new state Senate districts for next year’s legislative elections.
Alabama Senate advances proposed regulations on pharmacy benefit managers
The Alabama Senate has voted unanimously in support of a bill to require minimum reimbursement rates to community pharmacists, which supporters say is critical to protecting independent pharmacies in the state.
Alabama Senate approves ban on Glock gun switches
The Alabama Senate has approved a ban on Glock switches and other conversion devices that can make semi-automatic weapons fire like machine guns.
Alabama Senate votes to give Gov. Kay Ivey more control of Veterans Affairs
The Alabama Senate has voted to give the governor the power to appoint the head of the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs.
Greg Reed will step down as Alabama Senate leader to join Ivey administration
Alabama Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Reed is stepping down and joining Gov. Kay Ivey’s administration.
What passed and what failed in 2024 session of Alabama Legislature?
Here’s a look at what passed and what failed over the three-month session of the Alabama Legislature.
Alabama lawmakers adjourn session without taking another gambling vote
Alabama lawmakers ended the legislative session Thursday, continuing a 25-year stalemate on the issue of gambling that could have gone up for a statewide vote this summer.
