Gambling bill remains stalled in the Alabama Senate
Gambling legislation remains stalled in the Alabama Senate with members expressing doubt that it will get another vote in the closing hours of the legislative session.
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Alabama Senate committee delays vote on ethics legislation
An Alabama Senate committee on Tuesday delayed action on a proposed revamp of the state ethics law after opposition from both the state attorney general and the head of the state ethics commission.
Alabama Senate to consider ban on LGBTQ+ pride flags in classrooms
A Senate committee has approved a bill that would ban teachers from displaying LGBTQ+ pride flags on public school property and extend the state’s ban on teacher-led discussions about sexual orientation and gender identity.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Gambling compromise bill in Alabama Senate after passing House
The Alabama Senate has delayed a decision on the gambling bill after an initial vote showed it was one short of the required 21 needed to win approval.
Alabama lawmakers advance bill to strengthen state’s weak open records law
The Alabama Senate has approved a bill aimed at strengthening the state’s open records law by setting deadlines to respond to requests to view public documents.
Alabama Senate committee rejects bill to require release of police body camera video
An Alabama Senate committee has voted down a bill that would have required the public release of police body-cam video and dash camera footage.
Alabama Senate approves bill barring state incentives to companies that voluntarily recognize unions
The Alabama Senate has approved legislation to withhold economic incentive dollars from companies that voluntarily recognize a union without holding a secret ballot election.
Alabama Senate approves bill targeting college diversity efforts
The Alabama Senate has approved a bill to prohibit universities, schools and public entities from maintaining diversity and inclusion offices or funding initiatives that teach what some call “divisive concepts.”
Alabama Senate approves absentee ballot restrictions
The Alabama Senate on Tuesday approved legislation to restrict assistance with absentee ballot applications, a measure Republicans said is needed to combat voter fraud but that opponents argued would discourage voting.
Alabama Senate Approves Anti-ESG Investment Legislation
Alabama legislators on Thursday advanced a bill that would prohibit the state from contracting with companies that refuse to work with fossil fuel businesses and gunmakers.
