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Law Enforcement Speaks Against New Legislature

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A bill proposed this legislative session would repeal five major handgun restrictions. The bill is sponsored by Senator Gerald Allen of Tuscaloosa. The bill, known as Senate Bill 24, would eliminate the need for anyone to have a carry permit. It’s this aspect of SB 24 that upsets Butler County Sheriff Kenny Harden. “It’s a bad piece of legislation. It’s probably one…

New Senate Bill That Requires Women to Register for “The Draft”

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A new bill the Senate passed yesterday could change who enters the military. The bill authorizes funding for cyber capabilities, missile defense and other military projects. Additionally, the bill would require women to register for the draft when they turn 18. Alabama Senators Jeff Sessions and Richard Shelby both voted for the bill and released statements. Senator Sessions said in…