HB 154 would allow Alabama law enforcement to arrest someone without a warrant if they are charged in another state with any felony, including crimes punishable by more than one year in prison. It also permits out-of-state officers to arrest individuals in Alabama during a "fresh pursuit" of a felony suspect - meaning they are chasing the suspect without unreasonable delay after the crime. After such an arrest, the person must be brought before a judge promptly to review the arrest's legality. If the judge finds the arrest lawful, the person may be held for extradition or released on bail; if unlawful, they must be freed.
HB 339 would provide a 4% cost-of-living increase to certain Alabama Teachers' Retirement System retirees and their beneficiaries, effective October 1, 2026. It directly affects retirees who retired before October 1, 2025, have 25+ years of service, and receive $25,000 or less annually in benefits, as well as surviving spouses of retirees meeting similar criteria. The increase is subject to legislative funding approval each year and would not apply to individuals whose Medicaid eligibility would be impaired by the higher benefit. This change requires separate annual appropriations to fund the increase, with payments resuming only if the required funding is included in the Education Trust Fund budget.
SB 67 proposes a constitutional amendment to raise the maximum age for qualifying as Walker County's judge of probate from the current limit to 75 years old at the time of election or appointment. This change would directly affect candidates and appointees seeking the probate judge position in Walker County, Alabama. The amendment requires voter approval through a statewide election under Alabama's constitutional process. If approved, it would become part of Alabama's constitution, modifying the age requirement specifically for Walker County's probate court.
HB 340 allows high school student athletes in Alabama to receive compensation for the use of their name, image, or likeness (NIL). It directly affects all K-12 student athletes participating in school athletics. Key provisions include banning payments tied to athletic performance, prohibiting the use of school logos or uniforms in NIL deals, requiring parental guidance on financial/tax impacts, and mandating 7 days' notice to schools before signing contracts. The law prohibits schools or their agents from providing compensation and takes effect October 1, 2026.
HB 336 would eliminate Alabama's state sales tax on food, which currently applies at a 2% rate, effective September 1, 2026. This change directly affects all Alabama residents and businesses purchasing food, reducing the cost of grocery and meal expenses. The bill repeals the existing food tax at the state level and allows local governments to choose whether to also exempt food from their local sales taxes. This policy change removes a specific tax burden on food items without altering other tax rates or creating new fees.
This is a procedural Senate resolution (SR 25), not a substantive bill. It establishes a "Special Order Calendar" for the Alabama Senate on January 27, 2026, prioritizing specific bills for immediate consideration above regular legislative business. The resolution lists seven bills to be debated first, including SB158 (military recruiter access in schools) and SB137 (creating the Alabama Resilience Council). It does not change laws or policies but adjusts the Senate's scheduling order for that day.
SB 207 increases the minimum capital requirements and premium tax amounts for certain captive insurance companies operating in Alabama. It adds new requirements, including contracting with commissioner-approved managers, accountants, and actuaries; submitting detailed business plans, ownership information, and director/officer backgrounds; and filing annual audited financial statements with actuarial certifications of loss reserves. The bill also mandates that Alabama's insurance commissioner consider a captive insurer's manager competence and business plan when reviewing applications for licensure. These changes apply to all licensed captive insurers in the state and require notice of any material changes to previously submitted information.
HB 334 prohibits future employees of the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) from joining the Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama (TRSA) starting October 1, 2026. Current AHSAA employees already enrolled in TRSA or hired before that date will continue to be covered under the system. The bill amends Alabama Code Section 16-25-7 to explicitly bar new hires from TRSA participation based on their AHSAA employment, while preserving existing benefits and service credit for current participants. This change affects only future AHSAA hires, not current or past employees.
This is a commemorative resolution (HR 55) passed by the Alabama House of Representatives to honor the late Brazil Simon, Jr. of Mobile, Alabama, who died on January 10, 2026. The resolution formally records the House's "profound sorrow" at his passing and celebrates his life, highlighting his work as a shoe shiner, waiter, devoted Catholic, and community member. It does not create new laws or affect any policies or individuals; it is a symbolic gesture of remembrance for his family and community. The resolution was introduced on January 27, 2026.
HB 338 would provide a 4% cost-of-living increase (minimum $15 monthly) for state and local retirees and beneficiaries under Alabama's Employees' Retirement System who retired before October 1, 2025. This applies to retirees from most state/local employers, excluding those whose employers participated under specific sections (36-27-6, 7, or 7.1) unless those employers elect to participate. The increase is subject to legislative appropriation, and Medicaid recipients whose eligibility would be impaired by the increase are excluded. Funding would be distributed from employer contributions based on active member salaries.
This resolution formally commends Mrs. Clyde Lee on her 90th birthday. It expresses the Alabama House of Representatives' highest regard for her life, highlighting her family, community involvement, and personal qualities as a cherished pillar of her community. The bill has no policy provisions or direct impact on legislation; it is a ceremonial expression of goodwill.
HB 333 requires Alabama athletic associations to adjust public high schools' sports competition classifications based on the number of English language learner (ELL) students enrolled at each school who do not participate in interscholastic athletics. This change directly affects public high schools with significant ELL populations, as their athletic classifications for competitions would be recalibrated to reflect these enrollment numbers. The law mandates that athletic associations update classifications starting with the 2028-2029 school year, following rules to be adopted by the State Board of Education. The policy aims to align athletic competition structures with school demographics without altering ELL student participation rates.
