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U S Rep Jerry Carl Alabama News
U.S. Rep Jerry Carl tapped to serve on House Appropriations Committee — 'This is a huge win for our district and our state'

U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Mobile) has been appointed to membership in the U.S. House Appropriations Committee.

Rogers Alabama News
Mike Rogers not leaving GOP Steering Committee — 'I plan to remain on Steering for the balance of this Congress'

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks)  will not be stepping down from the U.S. House Steering Committee despite courting the idea after a heated confrontation between him and U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) went viral.  

Ledbetter Alabama News
House Speaker Ledbetter: Special session before regular session to allocate ARPA federal COVID relief funds possible

As the legislature continues its organizing session, House leadership is not closing the door on a possible special session to allocate federal COVID-19 relief funds.

Craig Monger Alabama News
1819 News Reporter Craig Monger talks the new Alabama House of Representatives rules on FM Talk 1065

Listen to 1819 News Reporter Craig Monger on The Jeff Poor Show on FM Talk 106.5 as they discuss the new Alabama House of Representatives rules, which appear to stifle debate on amendments and make the legislative process less transparent.

AL State House 2 Ashley Carter Alabama News
Alabama House passes amended rules package — Speaker Ledbetter says concerns addressed in caucus meeting, bipartisan negotiation

At Tuesday's organizing session, the Alabama House of Representatives approved a series of contentious rule changes in tandem with electing new House leadership.

AL State House Lon Worley Alabama News
Ledbetter formally elected as House Speaker, Greg Reed reelected as Senate Pro Tem

Tuesday’s Organizing session for the Alabama legislature saw a slew of new leadership in the House, and a sweep of incumbent reelections in the Senate.

Correctional Incentive Time Press Conference Alabama News
Ivey executive order to change ADOC's so-called 'good time' policy

Gov. Kay Ivey issued an executive order on Monday to address some of the mounting issues affecting the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC).

Ronna McDaniel. Alabama News
Alabama GOP enters no-confidence vote in reelection bid of RNC chairwoman Ronna McDaniel

The Alabama GOP (ALGOP) announced plans on Monday to introduce a vote of no-confidence in the reelection bid of Republican National Committee (RNC) chairwoman Ronna McDaniel.

House of Representatives chamber in the Alabama State House Alabama News
Some lawmakers wary of proposed rule changes to be considered by the Alabama House of Representatives on Tuesday

On Tuesday, the Alabama House of Representatives is expected to consider several significant rule changes that could alter the balance of power in the legislature's lower chamber.

Pro Life Abortion Roe Alabama News
'Self-managed' abortions could still bring criminal prosecution under child chemical endangerment laws

Pills and other self-managed abortions could run afoul of Alabama law, even though the prevailing law does not hold mothers criminally liable for receiving an abortion.

Drag queen hville teacher Alabama News
'They are trying to cancel my whole existence': Huntsville drag queen teacher discusses retirement in NYT article

In a newly released New York Times article, now-retired Huntsville drag queen teacher, James Miller, discusses backlash after videos of drag queen story hour went viral. 

COVID Vaccine 3 Alabama News
ADPH pushes further vaccination and boosters in wake of new subvariant

The Alabama Department of Public Health is once again encouraging Alabamians to receive their COVID-19 boosters as a new subvariant begins to rear its head.

Britt Alabama News
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt: No endorsement for presidential candidate in 2024 GOP primary

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) has announced she will not be endorsing a presidential candidate in the 2024 primary.

Jeff Peoples Alabama News
Alabama Power announces Jeff Peoples as CEO in wake of national criticism

Alabama Power has selected a new president and CEO amid continued national scrutiny of the company’s business practices.

ADOC2 Alabama News
State Reps. Simpson, England criticize ADOC for changing inmate death reporting criteria — 'Disappointed with the decision'

State lawmakers are criticizing the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) for its decision to change reporting criteria on inmate deaths.

Andrew Sorrell Alabama News
'I want additional duties': State Auditor-elect Andrew Sorrell details plans to grow office

Alabama State Auditor-elect Andrew Sorrell is set to make Montgomery his permanent home while he prepares to take his new position.

ADOC Alabama News
ADOC removes monthly reports on inmate deaths amidst growing levels of violence, drug overdoses in Alabama prisons

The Alabama Department of Corrections is revising its reporting measures, removing the current monthly reports on inmate deaths and switching to quarterly reports, which are already six months behind.

AL State House Ashley Carter Alabama News
Does Alabama need a new state house? Legislature's only architect weighs in

For those who have spent time in or near Alabama’s state house, it's not hard to find someone talking about the need for a new building.

Katie Britt and Dale Strong Alabama News
Katie Britt, Dale Strong to take oath of office as new Congress begins

At the convening of the 118th United States Congress in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, two of Alabama’s freshman lawmakers will take their oath of office.

Pfizer Alabama News
Pfizer political contributions filled state campaign coffers through the COVID-19 pandemic

Alabama politicians took money from the largest and most prolific vaccine manufacturer through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Moore Brooks1231 Alabama News
U.S. Reps. Brooks, Moore blast Democrat release of former President Trump tax returns

Alabama Congressmen are criticizing House Democrats after the Ways and Means Committee of the U.S. House of Representatives released former President Donald Trump’s tax returns.  

Huntsville Drag queen. Alabama News
Drag queens, sex-ed and test scores, oh my! Top 5 education controversies from 2022

The content of public education has been a matter of contentious public discourse in the United States, and Alabama was no different in 2022.

Henry Co mugshot Alabama News
Abbeville daycare worker charged with seven counts of child abuse

An Abbeville daycare worker has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of child abuse. 

ULTRASOUND BABY ABORTION BIRTH Alabama News
Abortion pills over the internet: How stringent are Alabama's abortion laws?

In June, the Supreme Court of the United States struck down Roe V. Wade, which claimed that abortion was a Constitutional right.

Tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville praises Senate passage of bill to clear up issues with military benefits

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) successfully pushes a bill that allows veterans to grant their dependents post-9/11 GI benefits more efficiently.

Palmer Moore Alabama News
Barry Moore, Gary Palmer praise SCOTUS decision to temporarily maintain Trump-era immigration policy

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruled to extend a Trump-era COVID-19 policy that lessened illegal immigration.

Gun concealed Constitutional Permitless Carry Taurus firearm by Erica Thomas Alabama News
Permitless carry starts next week — Here's what you need to know

At the beginning of the new year, eligible Alabamians can carry firearms without having to procure a license.

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