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Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is continuing the fight against allowing "gender-affirming" surgeries for minors. 

Alabama State Senate Pro Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) said he's considering some possible rule changes for next session. 

On the issue of taxes, the speaker said he's happy with what they were able to accomplish, but admitted there's more that needs to be done. 

The poll shows more voters trust the GOP than Democrats despite the negative news coverage on the party and Trump by the mainstream media. 

Britt discussed the latest about the spending bill during a Wednesday appearance on WVNN's "The Yaffee Program."

Lawmakers decided instead to the state’s share of the so-called grocery tax from 3% to 2%, which goes into effect September 1, 2025.

The 389 page "One Big, Beautiful Bill" includes the tax cut, with provisions saying the deductions would expire at the end of 2028.

The report argues that CON regulations raise health care costs for Alabamians, while also decreasing the quality of care they receive.

Kiel

As someone who voted in favor of the legislation in the committee, Kiel said he was frustrated it didn't get approved.

Alabama non-citizen voters

Gov. Kay Ivey signed a pair of bills Monday that helps the state in its effort to enforce laws against illegal immigration inAlabama.

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Auburn) is supporting the efforts of President Donald Trump to make sure Iran never gains access to nuclear weapons. Britt joined U.S. Sens. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) Thursday, in introducing a resolution outlining the acceptable outcome of the United States’ negotiations with the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Tuberville

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) believes that illegal immigrants who commit murder against Americans should receive the death penalty.Tuberville joined U.S. Sens. John Cornyn (R-Texas), Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.)

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen is praising the passage of a bill that prohibits the use of a foreign national driver's license for voting purposes. “Ensuring that only American citizens are voting in our elections has been a top priority of mine since day one.

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) said he still hasn't decided whether to run for governor or run for another term in the Senate.

During the hearing, Representative Strong questioned Director Patel on Huntsville’s role in keeping Americans safe.

The State House Government Committee voted down the religious liberty bill Wednesday after a 5-5 vote, despite support from Ainsworth.

State Rep. Ernie Yarbrough is defending his colleague State Rep. Paul Lee against criticism about a bill on In vitro fertilization (IVF).

Republicans should never be responsible for raising taxes on hard working wage earners in the Yellowhammer State

Alabama post-election audits

State Rep. Debbie Wood is still pushing for her election audit bill to pass despite time running out in the 2025 Legislative Session.

It's now a felony for doctors to provide minors with puberty blockers, cross-sex hormone treatments, or surgeries for gender transition.

Trump's order instructs the CPB and all executive departments and agencies to cease Federal funding for NPR and PBS.

Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth said he is weighing the options for his political future in the Yellowhammer State.

Trump told UA graduates that he believes they are going to contribute more to the future than students from more Ivy League schools.

Trump told the University of Alabama students Thursday that they are blessed to have lived and studied in "the great state of Alabama."