Governor Ivey concludes legislative session, looks back on achieved State of the State objectives
On Tuesday, Governor Kay Ivey announced the conclusion of the legislative session, stating, “The last bill on my desk today has been signed and the 2025 Alabama Legislature regular session is officially wrapped!” Earlier this year, during her address on February 4th, she outlined key priorities for the session, which included public safety, education, veterans’ […]
Steve Flowers: Tackling metro crime issues was a focus in Alabama’s 2025 legislative session
Violent Crime in Montgomery and Birmingham It’s hard to ignore the escalating issues of violent crime in two major metropolitan areas of our state: Montgomery and Birmingham. These cities are increasingly resembling conflict zones, plagued by violence reminiscent of places overwhelmed by drug cartels. In 2024, the surge in violence and casual murders in Montgomery […]
189 years ago this month: Chief Eufaula spoke to a joint session of the Alabama Legislature before going into exile
Reflections on Chief Eufora’s Address to Alabama Legislature In May 1836, which marks 189 years this month, Creek Indian Chief Eufora, who was also known as Yoholo Mikko among his people, addressed a joint session of the Alabama Legislature in Tuscaloosa. Eufora had led a significant number of his people along the “trail of tears” […]
Lt. Governor Ainsworth praises military support laws approved in the 2025 Alabama legislative session
Gov. Ainsworth expressed appreciation for Alabama lawmakers after concluding his latest legislative session in Montgomery. In a post on X, he commended them for passing a series of bills aimed at supporting service members, veterans, and their families for years ahead. Ainsworth highlighted that the new law would help fulfill Alabama’s “moral obligations” to its […]
Cam Ward: Alabama lawmakers achieved significant victories for public safety and second chances this session
Alabama Legislators Tackle Key Issues Over the past four months, lawmakers in Montgomery have gathered to discuss matters impacting residents throughout Alabama. They’ve returned with several achievements that not only highlight victories for their districts but will also shape community life for years ahead. This work is crucial for the ongoing vitality and future growth […]
Steve Flowers: Republican Legislature outlines conservative plans for 2025 session
Alabama’s Legislative Journey Since 2010 When Republicans gained control of the Alabama Legislature in 2010, they really imprinted their conservative ideologies onto the state’s laws and governance. It was clear: Alabama is a solidly Republican state, both socially and financially. The social climate seemed more performative rather than rooted in effective governance. Yet, there was […]
Senate GOP Advances Tax Cuts, Border Security Spending After Marathon Session
The Senate voted primarily along the party’s line early Saturday morning, passing a budget blueprint that includes many of President Donald Trump’s legal priorities. Senator vote 51-48 moves forward in support of Trump Budget resolution Republican Senators from Kentucky and Susan Collins of Maine join Senate Democrats to the House for consideration to oppose the […]
Key Repubs join voucher fight as Tennessee governor works on special session • Tennessee Lookout
Lobbying Group for Lobbying Americans never made its way forward in itself. It has announced the launch of a statewide advertising campaign for the private school voucher campaign of Republican U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn and Knox County Mayor Bill Lee. (By the way, Lee was supposed to travel to a funeral for former President Jimmy […]
House to take up new bill limit as Tennessee legislature starts 114th session • Tennessee Lookout
NASHVILLE – House committees recommend reducing the limit on bill filing to 12 and setting harsher penalties for those who disrupt the House minutes when the 114th Tennessee Legislature is convened . The panel voted on Tuesday to send the rules package to Full House for the decision. This is a move that ranks Democrats […]
Questions rise on Tennessee governor’s special session mix of school vouchers and storm relief • Tennessee Lookout
NASHVILLE – Gov. Bill Lee is asked in January to plan to fund his private school voucher bill, immigration measures and large counties in the northeastern Tennessee hurricanes We invited a special session on Wednesday in the end. It’s causing criticism. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle challenged the governor’s decision to combine the […]
