A bill that makes it tougher for dangerous inmates to be let out on “good time” is headed to the Governor. During a lengthy debate on the house floor, Rep. Russell Bedsole led his colleagues to passing the Deputy Brad Johnson Act. Senator April Weaver, who carried the bill in
Four economic development bills aimed at enhancing efforts to recruit new industry and new business to Alabama are moving through the legislature fairly easily. The bills, called the “Game Plan” package by Governor Ivey, are enjoying broad support among both Republicans and Democrats. Read more here.
The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission voted to accept 90 applications as properly submitted by companies that intend to take part in the state’s new medical cannabis industry. The commission will begin reviewing the applications for cultivators, processors, dispensaries, secure transporters, testing labs and integrated licensees with multiple functions. The commission
Batter up! The two chambers of the Alabama Legislature face off in a charity softball game, dubbed The Battle of Goat Hill, this Wednesday, April 19 at Riverwalk Stadium in Montgomery. The House takes on The Senate, and while the competition is expected to be intense, it’s all in fun, and it’s all to raise
In an effort to recruit more doctors to Alabama, legislators are introducing the Physician Workforce Act. The bill hopes to address a doctor shortage in the state; the shortage is related to high rates of doctors retiring as well as physician burnout. Read more here.
The Alabama Innovation Corporation awarded the University of Alabama at Birmingham startups with grants during the second round of Innovate Alabama Supplemental Grant awards. The Innovate Alabama Supplemental Grant Program awards funds to Alabama-based companies that have been granted Phase I or Phase II awards through the Federal Small Business
Toyota Alabama’s engine manufacturing facility will soon be relying on the sun to generate more than 70 percent of its power needs thanks to a 168-acre, $49-million solar project. The 30-megawatt solar-generated system will be located in the North Huntsville Industrial Park, surrounding the Toyota engine plant. The new solar facility
Honda has launched a new facility at its Alabama Auto Plant that is dedicated to the installation of accessory option packages on its vehicles. The $16 million, 66,000-square-foot Post Production Option facility will house a program that outfits the automaker’s light-truck lineup with features designed to add extra performance and
The Alabama Legislature returned to Montgomery and got back down to business last Tuesday for the 5th day of the 2023 regular session after a week off for Spring Break. Lots of bills moved through both House and Senate committees, and changes to the Alabama Medical Liability Act made it through both chambers. Governor
@KatieBrittforALApril 9From my family to yours, wishing you a very Happy Easter! He is risen, indeed!Luke 24:6-7
