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Alabama Senate Passes Bill for Virtual Parole Hearings

The new law will allow victims and parole applicants to participate remotely.

Alabama House Passes Bill to Rename Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America

The bill now heads to the state Senate after a contentious debate in the House.

Alabama Senate Advances Bill to Increase Penalties for Terrorist Threats

Measure would elevate certain offenses to Class B felonies and mandate one-year school suspensions for credible threats.

Alabama Senate Bill Allowing Removal of Library Board Members Advances

The bill, sponsored by State Senator Chris Elliot, now heads to the full House for consideration after a committee vote.

Alabama Lawmakers Approve Bill Limiting State Environmental Regulations

The legislation would prevent state agencies from setting pollution rules stricter than federal standards, drawing criticism from environmental groups.

Alabama Lawmakers Seek to Limit State Environmental Regulations

Bill would prevent state from setting rules stricter than federal standards unless 'manifest bodily harm' is proven

Alabama Passes Bill Limiting State's Ability to Set Environmental Regulations

Legislation backed by business groups would prevent state agencies from setting restrictions exceeding federal standards

Alabama Passes Bill to Limit Environmental Regulations

Legislation backed by business groups would restrict state's ability to set pollution standards beyond federal rules.

Alabama Lawmakers Approve Bill Limiting State Environmental Regulations

The measure would prevent state agencies from setting pollution rules stricter than federal standards, drawing criticism from environmental groups.

Alabama Passes Bill Limiting State Environmental Regulations

Measure backed by business groups aims to prevent state from setting stricter rules than federal standards

Alabama House Passes Bill Limiting State Environmental Regulations

Measure ties state rules to federal standards despite Democratic opposition over public health concerns

Alabama Lawmakers Seek to Limit State Environmental Regulations

The bill would prevent state agencies from setting restrictions on pollutants and hazardous substances exceeding federal standards.

Alabama Bill Would Criminalize Interfering with First Responders

Proposed legislation would make it a misdemeanor to impede or threaten emergency personnel on the job.

New Alabama Bill Could Penalize Restaurants for Failing to Label Seafood

Proposed legislation would require restaurants to disclose the origin of seafood served.

Alabama Bill Aims to Allow Pregnant Women to Defer Jail Time

The Alabama Women's Childbirth Alternatives, Resources, and Education Act would let pregnant incarcerated women delay their sentences.

Alabama Senate Bill Aims to Allow Early Lieutenant Governor Election

Proposed constitutional amendment would create mechanism to replace lieutenant governor if office becomes vacant

Alabama Enacts Tougher Law Against Child Predators

Governor signs Child Predator Death Penalty Act to impose maximum punishment

Alabama Enacts Senior Property Tax Exemption for Fayette County

New law authorizes tax break for qualified residents 65 and older

Alabama Lawmakers Debate Bill to Limit High-Speed Police Chases

Bill aims to restrict pursuits to only the most serious violent crimes, but law enforcement opposes the measure.

House Passes Bipartisan Housing Bill as Trump Focuses on Affordability

Legislation aims to boost housing supply and make homes more accessible for first-time and low-income buyers.

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