The Alabama Legislature is cracking down on those who loiter on public roadways, causing a public safety hazard to themselves and drivers. Rep. Reed Ingram (R-Montgomery) said the issue is difficult to ignore because hundreds of Alabamians are struck by cars each year. Last year, Alabama authorities investigated nearly 800 crashes involving pedestrians, 125 of […]

As states nationwide deal with the consequences of a shortage of qualified paramedics and EMTs, the Alabama Legislature is considering ways to make the job more attainable.  A bill passed Tuesday by the House would eliminate the college degree requirement to become a licensed paramedic.  Currently, those wanting to become a paramedic in Alabama must […]

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell, Alabama’s only Democratic vote in Washington, spoke out against the Biden administration’s reported effort to reverse the U.S. Space Command’s basing decision that would make Redstone Arsenal its permanent home.  On Monday, it was reported the White House was unilaterally influencing that decision in favor of Colorado Springs – despite exhaustive […]

Over the past several years, Alabama farmers have dealt with crops destroyed by feral hogs. To help curb the continuing damage, Sen. Tommy Tuberville joined other senators Tuesday in introducing the Feral Swine Eradication Act. The bipartisan legislation would make permanent a pilot program that safeguards public health, agriculture, and local ecosystems against feral swine. […]

Technology has revolutionized our lives over these last three decades, and it has also revolutionized eye care. Yet, in Alabama, optometrists are still subject to a 28-year-old Optometry Practice Act which no longer reflects the level of training and expertise of today’s optometrists. Educators at the UAB School of Optometry and optometry schools across the […]

The Yellowhammer State plays an ever-increasing role in the United States military’s readiness and defense. Continuing this trend, the Alabama House Military and Veterans Affairs Committee announced Tuesday it is urging the state’s senators and congressional delegation to fund expanding the 117th Air Refueling Wing’s parking ramp in Birmingham. House Resolution 73, which calls for […]

In Alabama, National Police Week is a time of reflection and gratitude. It’s a time to pay tribute to fallen officers, express appreciation for those who serve, raise awareness about the challenges they face, and the celebrate remarkable achievements of our everyday law enforcement officers. On Monday, National Peace Officers Memorial Day took place, and […]

Since President Biden took office, there have been over 5 million illegal crossings at our  southern border, and more than 1.3 million illegal immigrants have avoided apprehension  at the border, according to Border Patrol sources. The extreme open border policies we have seen from this administration and Democrats in Congress have turned every city in […]

Alabama political leaders are criticizing President Joe Biden’s reported attempt to keep Space Command Headquarters in Colorado instead of moving it to Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville. Monday, in a report by NBC News, unnamed officials “close to the process” say the White House is actively seeking to “reverse” the decision to locate U.S. Space Command’s […]

Today the Legislature kicks off its 10th week of business. Only seven days will remain in the 2023 general session upon conclusion Thursday, the 23rd legislative day.  Here are some things to keep an eye on this week: Senate tempo With the General Fund budget resting upstairs in the Senate, expect action as their floor […]

According to a new report from NBC News, unnamed officials close to the process say the White House is actively seeking to “reverse” the decision to locate U.S. Space Command’s headquarters to Alabama, despite overwhelming government vetting that solidified Redstone Arsenal as the best location. “Biden administration officials have signaled privately to Pentagon officials and […]

John Wahl, the Chairman on the Alabama Republican Party, still thinks State Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham) should apologize for her “premeditated” comments against State Rep. Kenneth Paschal (R-Pelham). Wahl said this is worse than a legislator making a simple mistake. It’s an example of the kind of personal attacks that shouldn’t happen in our politics. […]

When Alabamians need surgery, especially on something as complex and important as their eyes, they should be able to trust that the medical professional providing their care is knowledgeable and highly trained. Yet Alabama legislators are now considering a bill that threatens to break that trust and put Alabamians’ eyesight at risk. House Bill 349 […]

Many of Alabama’s political leaders are speaking out about their concern over the current rush of migrants at the southern border due to the expiration of Title 42. While President Joe Biden and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas say the situation is under control, the political leadership in the Yellowhammer State isn’t […]

The situation may be hundreds of miles away, but it was the topic of discussion Friday when U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville met with local and state leaders in Montgomery. As they spoke, the expiration of Title 42 continued to take effect with an impact on the southern border, the state, and communities across the country. The […]

The “Secure the Border Act of 2023” passed the U.S. House of Representatives Thursday, with every member of the Alabama Republican House Congressional delegation voting in favor of the bill. Republicans are pushing the new law as a way to combat the current crisis at the border, one that is being exacerbated the the ending […]

Gov. Kay Ivey is joining Republican governors around the country in pushing back against President Biden’s new Title IX rules. The policy expands the meaning of sexual discrimination to include gender identity that would prevent schools and colleges from protecting girls’ and women’s sports. The 25 members of the Republican Governors’ Association, including Ivey, sent […]

Legislation to ban Chinese citizens and entities from purchasing property in Alabama has been called discriminatory by organizations and lawmakers. The Alabama Property Protection Act Alabama passed Tuesday 73-23 with 6 abstentions in the Alabama House of Representatives and goes to the Senate for consideration. The Association of Chinese Students and Scholars at the University of […]

This was a big week in the Legislature for education and, in particular, school choice. With only 10 days of the regular session remaining and state budgets still to be authorized by their corresponding chambers – lawmakers are becoming increasingly focused on what’s attainable.  Advocates and lawmakers identified school choice as a priority going into […]

Sen. Tommy Tuberville revealed a memorandum Thursday that could pose a problem for Julie Su, President Biden’s nominee for Labor secretary. The discovery comes after Su refused to provide the memo as part of her Senate conformation process. In the memo, Su, who at the time was the California State Labor Commissioner, told her staff […]

In a move to tackle Alabama’s pressing teacher shortage, Rep. Susan DuBose (R-Hoover) walked fellow lawmakers through a bill that promises to revolutionize the state’s alternative teacher certification programs. The legislation, which passed the House 83-20, would create a pathway for college degree holders to repurpose their education toward certification. The bill now goes to […]

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) is fighting back against criticism suggesting that he supports “white nationalists” in this military. Sen. Tommy Tuberville appears to defend white nationalists in a recent interview by suggesting they should not be barred from serving in the military. https://t.co/HEwkhMEpio — NBC News (@NBCNews) May 11, 2023 The controversy comes from […]

A bill that would fund and formalize the 988 crisis lifeline into Alabama law received attention from groups making strong arguments about the next phase of its implementation.  In a hearing Wednesday, lawmakers and state mental health officials advocated for the expansion of in-person mental health services connected to the system, while others raised concern […]

Alabama might just have a delicious new state symbol – the Yellowhammer cookie.  On Wednesday, a bill moved forward in the Alabama House of Representatives to designate a blend of mainstay Alabama ingredients as the official state cookie. Rep. Reed Ingram, the bill’s author, brought students from Trinity Presbyterian School who coined the recipe to […]