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Alabama State Legislation

2026–2026 Session
Advocates faster river navigation for commerce
The measure asks the Army Corps to speed up permitting for river projects. It aims to boost shipping and trading options for Alabama businesses.
Reported Out of Committee House of Origin
Calendar Priority Sets House Agenda
Sets the daily order of business for a legislative day. It does not enact laws, but can affect when education and tax-related measures are discussed.
Read for the first time
House honors military institute alumnus
The bill gives formal recognition to Vandiver Carter for his military and community service. It does not provide funding or create new duties.
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Senate Rules amended
Read for the first time and referred to the Senate Committee on RULES
SPECIAL ORDER CALENDAR
Introduced
Exempts permanent plate holders from recertification
The bill lets people with permanent plate status avoid recertification, reducing paperwork. Non-permanent holders could still need regular proof of eligibility.
Reported Out of Committee House of Origin
Local 8% tax on historic horse racing
An 8% local tax would apply to net gambling revenue from historical horse racing in the county. The racing commission would collect and distribute the money.
Reported Out of Committee House of Origin
Priority calendar for funding bills
It tells lawmakers to review a list of spending bills first on a specific day. It does not create new programs by itself.
Read for the first time
Honor Local Business for Community Service
This resolution honors a long-time local business for its community work. It does not create new laws or require action.
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Medicaid retiree honored for service
The bill honors a Medicaid nurse for years of service. It does not change Medicaid policies.
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House honors centenarian's life
This resolution gives a formal tribute to a longtime community member for her work, faith, and civil rights activism. It does not spend money or change laws.
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Remembrance resolution honors Tony Davis
The bill remembers a local council member and offers sympathy to his family. It does not change laws or require new costs or actions.
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Ceremonial recognition for community leader
This resolution honors a local pastor for his service to the congregation. It does not create new rights or require actions.
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Religious educator honored
The resolution honors Father Pacwa for his work in religious education and media. It does not change laws or create new costs.
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SPECIAL ORDER CALENDAR
Introduced
SPECIAL ORDER CALENDAR
Introduced
Municipal housing fund authorized
Some municipalities could create a housing fund to help with affordable housing and related services. The bill requires audits and public reports to show how funds are used.
Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Jefferson County Legislation
Commission to study boys and men
A new commission would study issues affecting boys, men, and families and report findings to lawmakers. It does not create a program or require agencies to adopt recommendations.
Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Children and Senior Advocacy
Mandatory life sentence for trafficking involving sexual servitude
Courts would have to impose a minimum life sentence in certain trafficking cases. The rule affects how long people convicted of trafficking may stay in prison.
Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Judiciary
Nicotine liquid tax and labels tightened
The bill would tax nicotine liquids by concentration, require labels with nicotine per ml and total volume, and impose daily fines on unlabeled products and permit revocation for repeat offenders.
Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means General Fund
Priority agenda for House business
It sets the order of business for a specific legislative day. It doesn't change laws or funding on its own.
Read for the first time
Congratulates high school girls wrestling champions
It publicly recognizes a local high school girls wrestling team for a championship. It does not change laws or funding.
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Commends youth speech-disorder advocacy
The bill honors a local program helping kids with speech disorders gain confidence and inclusion.
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Designates Official Celebration Capital for 250th Anniversary
The resolution recognizes a festival and a venue for a milestone anniversary and invites participation, but it does not require action or funding.
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