Brilyn Hollyhand, youth advisory council chairman of the Republican National Committee (RNC), has announced that he will attend Auburn University this fall—a major decision for the Tuscaloosa native who has spent his teenage years at the center of conservative politics. Hollyhand, 18, has served as chairman of the Republican National Committee’s Youth Advisory Council and […]

A national tech advocacy group backed in part by Apple has launched a digital ad campaign in Alabama targeting SB187, a proposed child online safety bill, calling it a threat to business and internet safety. The ad, promoted by The App Association and paid for by the Association for Competitive Technology, claims the bill “makes […]

Alabama took another step toward allowing ready-to-drink cocktails on grocery and convenience store shelves Wednesday, as the Senate Tourism Committee advanced a bill establishing a framework for their sale and distribution. SB268, sponsored by State Sen. Bobby Singleton (D-Greensboro) received a favorable report following brief discussion and the adoption of a small amendment. The bill […]

Alabama lawmakers introduced a joint resolution that was signed by Governor Kay Ivey urging the Trump administration to solidify Huntsville’s Redstone Arsenal as the permanent home of the United States Space Command. Sponsored by a wide coalition of senators, including State Sen. Steve Livingston (R-Scottsboro) and State Sen. Jabo Waggoner (R-Vestavia), the resolution reaffirms Redstone […]

Secretary of the Alabama Department of Workforce Greg Reed addressed business leaders Tuesday morning at the Business Council of Alabama, offering a look into his transition from the State Senate, to his new executive role, and his priorities for workforce development across the state. Reed, who spent 14 years in the Alabama Senate and served […]

Alabama may soon toast to a long-awaited change in its liquor laws: ready-to-drink cocktails like canned margaritas and vodka sodas could be available in grocery and convenience stores as early as this fall. SB268, which would create a new category for “mixed spirit beverages” with up to 7% alcohol by volume, is gaining rare bipartisan […]

A new bill moving through the Alabama Legislature has sparked a public disagreement between lawmakers and the state’s top conservation officials over a simple but contentious question: Who owns Alabama’s deer? HB509, introduced by State Rep. Jeff Sorrells (R-Hartford) would classify deer held by licensed game breeders as the personal property of the licensee — […]

A longstanding dispute over Baldwin County’s one-cent sales tax revenue has escalated into a heated political battle in the Alabama State House, pitting lawmakers against each other and drawing statewide attention. The controversy centers on whether the city school systems of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach should receive a share of the countywide sales tax, […]

The Alabama House overwhelmingly passed legislation on Thursday that would allow the Alabama Farmers Federation to provide health coverage that is not classified as traditional health insurance, also known as farm bureau health plans. According to ALFA, farm families across the state are caught in a healthcare gap, facing some of the highest out-of-pocket costs […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt is renewing a longstanding push to relocate U.S. Space Command headquarters to Huntsville after U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, recently announced he expects the decision to be finalized following the confirmation of the next Air Force Secretary. RELATED: Mike Rogers announces ‘Space Command will officially […]

The Alabama Senate’s Finance and Taxation Education Committee on Wednesday advanced the Education Trust Fund budget and its associated funding bills, setting the stage for a full Senate vote on the largest education budget in state history.  The package, sponsored by Chairman Arthur Orr (R-Decatur), includes appropriations for fiscal year 2026 totaling more than $10 […]

The Senate Finance and Taxation Education Committee voted unanimously Wednesday to advance the Renewing Alabama’s Investment in Student Excellence (RAISE) Act, a sweeping education reform bill that would transition the state to a hybrid student-based funding model for public K-12 schools.  “This is the result of our commission that we had regarding student-based funding,” said […]

Alabama and Mississippi legislators will take the field in the second annual “Battle of Tombigbee” charity softball game on April 23 at Montgomery’s Riverwalk Stadium. First pitch is set for 6 p.m.. Proceeds will benefit Children’s of Alabama, a nationally ranked pediatric hospital that serves patients from across the state and beyond. Alabama House Majority […]

Two Alabama lawmakers are leading an effort to bring digital assets like Bitcoin into the state’s investment portfolio through new legislation introduced last week in the House and Senate.  HB482, sponsored by State Rep. Mike Shaw (R-Hoover), and SB284, sponsored by State Sen. Will Barfoot (R-Pike Road), would authorize the state treasurer to invest up […]

The Alabama House of Representatives on Tuesday passed SB252, legislation intended to benefit independent pharmacies by increasing transparency and limiting the power of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).  The bill, which passed 102-0, was sponsored by State Rep. Phillip Rigsby (R-Huntsville), a pharmacist who guided the legislation through the House. It was previously passed by the […]

The Alabama Legislature convened in a joint session Tuesday afternoon to commemorate Military Appreciation Day, honoring the state’s active duty service members, veterans and military families.  Lawmakers from both chambers and military leaders from the state gathered to express their gratitude to the service members and military families who contribute to Alabama’s identity and national […]

Alabama lawmakers voted on Thursday to pass legislation that would broaden vaccine and testing exemptions for both K-12 and college students and change how public education institutions handle immunization requirements. SB85, sponsored by State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) and State Sen. Donnie Chesteen (R-Geneva), passed 26-5 along party lines following a prolonged filibuster by Democrats. […]

Legislation to implement post-election audits across all Alabama counties advanced out of the Senate Finance and Taxation General Fund on Wednesday, with Republican lawmakers touting the proposal as a measure to promote public confidence in elections. HB30, sponsored by State Rep. Debbie Wood (R-Valley), passed 9-5 out of committee and now heads to the Senate […]

The Alabama House of Representatives passed HB376 on Tuesday, a measure that would double the minimum lifespan of motor vehicle license plate designs from five to 10 years.  Sponsored by State Rep. Russell Bedsole (R-Alabaster), HB376 seeks to amend Sections 32-6-62 and 32-6-64 of the Alabama Code to extend the required redesign period for license […]

The Alabama House General Fund Budget Committee gave favorable reports Tuesday to a series of budget bills, including HB186, the state’s General Fund budget for fiscal year 2026.  HB186 is the main spending bill for non-education state services, covering a broad range of agencies from the Department of Corrections and Medicaid to mental health and […]

In the final weeks of the 2025 legislative session, Alabama lawmakers are considering a proposal to make permanent the state income tax exemption for overtime pay. The exemption, originally set to expire on June 30, 2025, was first introduced in 2023 as a temporary measure to provide relief to hourly workers. The original legislation was […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt joined U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack of Florida at the White House on Tuesday to announce the formation of the Republican Women’s Caucus, positioning Alabama’s junior senator in a leading role on a new initiative aimed at uniting Republican women in Congress. The pair unveiled the caucus on Tuesday during a high-profile […]

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey released the final report of the state’s Task Force on Generative Artificial Intelligence, a document that outlines how executive-branch agencies can responsibly and effectively implement AI technologies in state government. The report is the result of nearly a year of work by the GenAI Task Force, which was established in February […]

Alabama state employees and public school educators will soon be guaranteed paid parental leave, following the passage of SB199 — the Alabama Public Employee Paid Parental Leave Act of 2025. The legislation, sponsored by State Sen. Vivian Figures (D-Mobile) and State Rep. Ginny Shaver (R-Leesburg), received final approval in the House on March 20 by […]