Alabama ‘back the blue’ bill expanding police immunity faces changes as opponents speak out
Gov. Kay Ivey and Republican leaders say police need more legal protections, partly to help recruit and retain officers.
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‘What Is a Woman?’ Alabama Governor Signs Bill Declaring There Are Only Two Sexes
Alabama’s “‘What Is a Woman?’ Act” applies “wherever state law classifies individuals on the basis of sex or otherwise ...
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Alabama governor vows to sign bill that writes definitions of male and female into state law
Alabama lawmakers on Wednesday gave final approval to legislation that would write definitions of male and female into state ...
Alabama Senate approves presumptive Medicaid bill for pregnant mothers until 2028
Lawmakers are hopeful expanding healthcare access will bring down Alabama’s climbing infant and maternal mortality rates.
Alabama Senator Introduces Bill To Ban Intoxicating Hemp Products
An Alabama senator has introduced a bill to ban intoxicating hemp products, such as delta-8 THC, making Alabama the latest ...
Bill gives Alabama police criminal immunity in some cases
One Alabama bill would shield law enforcement from prosecution in some cases. It is called the Back the Blue Legal Protection ...
Bill to let Alabama borrow another $500 million for prison construction advances
The Alabama Senate has approved a bill to add $500 million to how much the state can borrow for prison construction. The ...
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New bill in Alabama aims to end inhumane dog tethering practices
Chained up in the sweltering heat or left shivering in the cold, too many dogs in Alabama endure harsh conditions daily, but "the Alabama Dog Tethering and Outdoor Shelter Act" aims to change that.
Bill allowing state takeover of police departments moving through Alabama legislature
Rep. Reed Ingram (R-Pike Road) says some police departments need help from the state and he hopes to give cities that help.