Senate Passes Alabama Second Amendment Preservation Act
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Senate today approved the Alabama Second Amendment Preservation Act, which would outlaw the state and its agencies and political subdivisions from engaging in the enforcement of any federal act, law, order, rule or regulation relating to firearms, firearm accessories, or ammunition. The bill’s sponsor, Senator Gerald Allen (R-Tuscaloosa), released the […]
By Gerald Allen
Senate Takes Steps to Prevent Vaccine Passport Requirements
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Senate today passed legislation sponsored by Senator Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) to protect Alabamians from a mandate that would require individuals to present a COVID-19 vaccine passport. “Any demand by the government to require individuals to carry proof of COVID-19 vaccination strips them of the right to make basic choices for themselves […]
By Arthur Orr By Larry Stutts
Lifetime Concealed Carry Permit Legislation Passes Senate
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Legislation that would allow Alabamians the opportunity to purchase a lifetime concealed carry firearm permit was today approved by the State Senate. The bill, SB308 sponsored by Senator Randy Price (R-Opelika), would establish the Alabama Uniform Concealed Carry Permit Act to regulate a process where concealed carry permits may be issued by […]
By Randy Price
Senator Gudger: Alabama Senate Passes Bill to Keep Businesses, Churches Open During Future Pandemics
Says if a liquor store or a Walmart can be open during a pandemic, churches and small businesses should be able to remain open too “This has been an extremely difficult year for people across our state. … But one of the most disappointing aspects of this entire crisis has been the countless small businesses […]
By Garlan Gudger
Senator Reed Secures Millions of Dollars for His District
Legislation sponsored by Senator Reed that will extend for a 10-year period the coal severance tax, which will generate at least $2.5 million for Winston, Walker and Fayette Counties over the life of the extension, was signed into law today JASPER, Ala. – Senator Greg Reed (R-Jasper) announced today that legislation he sponsored with Rep. […]
By Greg Reed
Senator Reed: Senate is Getting Results for the People of Alabama
Says since session convened in February, we have passed 149 pieces of legislation, confirmed 86 nominees “Since the legislative session convened on February 2, the Senate has passed bills to support our state agencies so they can operate effectively on behalf of the people of our state, bills to support Alabama’s military servicemembers and veterans, […]
By Greg Reed
Senate Passes Historic $7.67 Billion Education Trust Fund Budget
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Senate today passed the $7.67 billion Education Trust Fund budget for Fiscal Year 2022, the largest education budget in state history. The budget, SB189, sponsored by Senator Arthur Orr (R-Decatur), passed favorably out of the Senate Committee on Finance and Taxation Education with a 12-0 vote on March 16. The […]
By Arthur Orr By Greg Reed
State Legislature Honors Alabama Veterans and Military Families
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama State Senate last month passed a joint resolution to commend Alabama veterans and military families for their dedicated service and sacrifice. Sponsored by Senator Jabo Waggoner (R-Vestavia Hills), the resolution exhibits endless gratitude to all men and women in uniform who fight to preserve our freedom. Senator Waggoner, the dean […]
By Jabo Waggoner
Broadband Expansion Bill Approved by Senate
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Legislation to expand broadband services across the state passed today in the Alabama Senate. Sponsored by Senator Del Marsh (R-Anniston), SB215 would establish the Alabama Digital Expansion Authority – a state agency to oversee the expansion and availability of high-speed broadband services throughout the state. “Access to high-speed internet is critical to […]
By Del Marsh
Senate Leadership Highlights Legislative Priorities as Senate Resumes Session
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Senate Pro Tem Greg Reed (R-Jasper) and Senate Majority Leader Clay Scofield (R-Guntersville) today released the following statement outlining legislative priorities the Senate plans to pursue as it resumes the legislative session. These priorities – agreed upon by Senate and House leadership – include efforts to support economic recovery, state agencies and Alabama’s […]