Alabama Opinion Editorals

Alabama State Rep. Mike Ball Talks CARE Act

by Matthew Tyson on March 29, 2019 in Alabama Legislation

In 2014, Rep. Mike Ball (R – Madison) introduced legislation that would go on to become Carly’s Law – a bill that authorized the University of Alabama in Birmingham to conduct a study on the effects of cannabidiol (also known as CBD oil) on patients […]

Alabama Early Voting Part of House Democrats 2019 Legislative Agenda

by Matthew Tyson on March 26, 2019 in Alabama Legislation

On March 20, Rep. Thomas Jackson (D, Montgomery) introduced a bill that would authorize early voting in the state of Alabama. If passed, HB256 would require the governing body of each county to open at least one early voting center 14 days before an election. […]

CARE Act – Alabama’s Medical Marijuana Legalization Bill

by Brent Wilson on March 22, 2019 in Alabama Legislation

Alabama is on a path that could end with access to Medical Marijuana. Alabama Representative Mike Ball has filed a Medical Marijuana bill, HB 243 (PDF), that would exempt those from possession charges who have a qualifying medical condition and also possess a valid medical […]

Del Marsh’s New Enthusiasm for Common Core Repeal Pays Off

by Matthew Tyson on March 21, 2019 in Alabama Legislation

On Thursday, March 21, the Alabama State Senate passed SB 119 – a bill that would repeal the Alabama College and Career Ready Standards, also known as Common Core. The final vote was 23-7 with 5 absent. Senator Del Marsh (R, Anniston), announced the legislation […]

Del Marsh’s Bill To Help Fund Trump’s Wall Could Have Taxpayers Propping Up General Fund Instead

by Brent Wilson on March 20, 2019 in Alabama Legislation

Senator Del Marsh (R – Anniston) wants to let Alabama taxpayers help build President Trump’s border wall via SB 22. Marsh’s bill would allow taxpayers to check a box on their tax returns and contribute any amount to We Build The Wall, Inc. We Build […]

Dauphin Island Could Soon Have Entertainment Districts

by Brent Wilson on March 20, 2019 in Alabama Legislation

Dauphin Island may soon be allowed to create up to three entertainment districts if a bill filed by Chip Brown passes this session. HB 224 would allow Dauphin Island to create up to three entertainment districts. The bill outlines the requirements for the entertainment districts […]

Alabama Lottery 2019 – Everything You Need To Know

by Brent Wilson on March 20, 2019 in Alabama Legislation

The Alabama Lottery debate is officially back. In the 2019 Legislative Regular Session, Alabama lawmakers will have at least two bills, the first two being introduced in the Senate by Jim McClendon. The Bills Alabama’s Constitution currently prohibits lotteries and gift enterprises. So, in order […]

Alabama Lottery Bill To Be Introduced Tomorrow

by Matthew Tyson on March 18, 2019 in Alabama Legislation

The people of Alabama may soon have a chance to vote on a lottery. Senator Jim McClendon (R, Springville), who represents District 11, plans to submit two bills when the Senate convenes on Tuesday, March 18. Together, they would legalize gambling in the state. “The […]

Term Limit Legislation Filed In Alabama

by Brent Wilson on March 15, 2019 in Alabama Legislation

Alabama State Representative David Wheeler wants to make sure that he and other Representatives don’t get too comfortable in their elected positions. Wheeler filed HB 67 which would amend the Alabama Constitution and limit both Representatives and Senators to 2 term limits each. The exact […]

Alabama HB 96 Would Treat One Ounce of Marijuana As Simple Fine

by Brent Wilson on March 14, 2019 in Alabama Legislation

Representative Laura Hall wants to change Alabama’s marijuana laws. Hall has introduced HB 96 which will change what defines unlawful possession of marijuana in the first degree and second degree while also creating unlawful possession of marijuana in the third degree. The bill, should it […]

Alabama Opinion Editorals

Alabama State Rep. Mike Ball Talks CARE Act

Alabama Early Voting Part of House Democrats 2019 Legislative Agenda

CARE Act – Alabama’s Medical Marijuana Legalization Bill

Del Marsh’s New Enthusiasm for Common Core Repeal Pays Off

Del Marsh’s Bill To Help Fund Trump’s Wall Could Have Taxpayers Propping Up General Fund Instead

Dauphin Island Could Soon Have Entertainment Districts

Alabama Lottery 2019 – Everything You Need To Know

Alabama Lottery Bill To Be Introduced Tomorrow

Term Limit Legislation Filed In Alabama

Alabama HB 96 Would Treat One Ounce of Marijuana As Simple Fine

Alabama Medical Marijuana Bill Could Die At The Hands of Rep. Paul Lee

Alabama Senate Passes Abortion Ban Bill Without Rape or Incest Exceptions, Now Heads To Governor’s Desk

Governor Kay Ivey Signs Near Total Abortion Ban Into Law

HB 314 Vote on May 14, 2019 – Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass

AL Sen. Jim McClendon: Cancer Patients Can Just Get Marijuana On The Streets If They Need It

AL Sen. Jim McClendon: Cancer Patients Can Just Get Marijuana On The Streets If They Need It

Dustin Chandler: If Alabama’s Medical Marijuana Bill Fails, Carly’s Law Will Go Away

Alabama 49th Worst State, Conservatives Bear the Blame

Alabama House Committee Approves Lottery Bill That Would Fund Education

Alabama Medical Marijuana Bill Could Die At The Hands of Rep. Paul Lee