Lawmakers respond with legislation concerning IVF
Two north Alabama lawmakers stepped up their legislative efforts in response to last week's Alabama Supreme Court ruling that recognized fetuses as essentially children. House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels (D-Huntsville) has introduced a “Defining Child” bill and state Sen. Tim Melson (R-Florence) would protect IVF and clarify when embryos are viable. He said he would […]
Anti-DEI, “divisive concepts” legislation passes Senate
The Senate passed a bill Thursday that would ban diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, along with what is defined as “divisive concepts,” in certain public institutions. The bill, SB129, is sponsored by Republican Will Barfoot of Pike Road and passed on a party-line vote of 26-7 after more than six hours of debate. The bill […]
Health care expansion, lack of communication threaten gambling legislation
As the week begins in the Alabama Senate, supporters of a comprehensive gambling bill passed by the House of Representatives argue that a one-week delay would allow the various factions and political parties to come together, resolve their differences, and find a path forward. I was hoping that it would be the case. The week […]
Committee holds public hearing on “What is a Woman” legislation
On Wednesday, the committee held a public hearing to allow the public to voice their support or opposition to House Bill 111, the “What Is a Woman?” bill sponsored by Rep. Susan DuBose (R-Hoover). The public hearing was held during a meeting of the House Judiciary Committee, and a total of eight people, four in […]
Veterans Access-to-Care legislation endorsed by MOAA Alabama Council of Chapters
The Alabama Chapter Council of the American Military Officers Association commends Alabama Representative Chip Brown for introducing the Veterans Care Act (HB197) In response to the bill being introduced in the Senate, the House of Representatives and Alabama Sen. Andrew Jones (SB135) and urge the Alabama Legislature to enact this much-needed legislation as soon as […]
San Francisco Politician Reverses Course On Pro-Cop Legislation: REPORT
A ballot measure to increase the minimum number of San Francisco police officers is now reportedly facing opposition from the politicians who proposed it. Matt Dorsey, a member of the San Francisco City Oversight Commission, reported that he has started a campaign against Proposition B, which would expand the city's police power through future tax […]
Alabama House passes its first ever comprehensive gambling legislation
The Alabama House of Representatives passed a bill Thursday authorizing casino gambling for the first time in history, sending a comprehensive gaming package to the Alabama Senate that also includes sports betting and the state lottery. The comprehensive two-bill package, which also creates the state's first gaming commission and increases penalties for illegal gambling, passed […]
‘Safe-to-Report:’ Britt introduces legislation to protect sexual abuse victims at Coast Guard Academy
Sen. Katie Britt has introduced a bill in the Senate aimed at protecting cadets who report sexual harassment or assault at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. “Protecting survivors of sexual assault and ensuring a safe environment for all cadets at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy to learn and train is paramount,” Britt said of the […]
House committee advances gambling legislation, floor debate could come Thursday
A gambling bill that would allow Alabamians to vote on whether to bring the lottery, sports betting and casinos to the state was introduced in a House committee Wednesday and could be considered by the full House as early as today. be. Two bills containing constitutional amendments that must be approved by voters received two […]
Senate advances ballot harvesting legislation
The Senate introduced a bill Tuesday that would make it a crime for individuals to help request absentee ballots or for voters who need assistance with absentee voting. The bill, SB1, passed in the Senate with a vote of 27-8, with Democrats loudly condemning the bill. Republicans believe the bill is necessary to prevent third […]
