HB 54, the Alabama Women's Childbirth Alternatives, Resources, and Education (CARE) Act, allows pregnant women sentenced to jail to serve probation before incarceration instead of being jailed immediately. It requires jails to offer pregnancy testing within three days of intake, releases pregnant women on probation (with electronic supervision and no fines) if they pose no threat, and mandates they serve probation through 12 weeks after birth. The bill requires women to self-surrender to jail 12 weeks after giving birth, with failure to do so classified as a Class A misdemeanor. This directly affects pregnant women in Alabama facing incarceration sentences, changing their path to jail from immediate admission to supervised probation during pregnancy and postpartum.
SJR 16 is a ceremonial resolution mourning the death of Sam Palmer Faucett III, a Tuscaloosa, Alabama community leader who died on December 26, 2025, at age 90. It formally records the Alabama Legislature's "deep sadness" over his passing and celebrates his decades of service, including roles with the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama, the Northport City Council, and his $1.45 million donation to build Tuscaloosa County High School. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely honors his legacy and offers condolences to his family. This is a standard commemorative resolution with no legislative effect.
SJR 14 is a symbolic resolution commending Drew and Lauren Wendland of Autaugaville, Alabama, for being named "America's Top Young Farm Family" by the American Farm Bureau Federation. The resolution recognizes their achievements as winners of the Alabama Farmers Federation's 2025 Outstanding Young Farm Family competition and their subsequent national award, highlighting their work managing Autauga Farming Company (which grows row crops, raises cattle, and operates a fertilizer business), their community involvement, and their role as fifth-generation farmers. This resolution does not create any new policies or provide funding - it is solely a formal expression of legislative praise.
This resolution (SJR 26) is a formal expression of mourning by the Alabama Legislature for John "Johnny" David Williams, a prominent sports figure from Tuscaloosa who died on February 4, 2025. It honors his career as a coach, athletic director (including at Troy University and the University of Alabama), and creator of college football bowl games like the Camellia Bowl. The resolution specifically acknowledges his contributions to Alabama sports, his family, and his community, offering condolences to his surviving family members. As a commemorative resolution, it does not enact any policy changes or affect any laws.
SB 286 would allow Alabama's massage therapy licensing board to join the Interstate Massage Compact, creating a uniform licensing system across participating states. This would let licensed massage therapists practice in multiple member states without obtaining separate licenses, directly benefiting therapists who move for work or live near state borders. Key provisions include shared disciplinary records to protect public safety, streamlined background checks, and specific support for military members and their spouses relocating between states. The compact aims to improve access to massage therapy services while maintaining state-level regulatory authority.
This resolution honors the late Dr. Nathan Lee Hodges, a longtime educator, hospital administrator, and community leader from Alabama who passed away on February 2, 2026. It commemorates his life, career spanning multiple states, and service to communities, while expressing condolences to his family. As a non-binding commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to formally mourn his death and celebrate his contributions.
SB 281 allocates $2 million annually from gas tax revenues to fund the maintenance, programming, and operation of City Walk Birmingham, a public space beneath I-20/59 in Birmingham. Jefferson County is responsible for $1.6 million of this total, while municipalities within Jefferson County collectively contribute $400,000 based on each municipality's proportional share of gas tax revenues. Funds will be deposited into a dedicated account managed by the City of Birmingham and Jefferson County, with strict use limited to City Walk Birmingham's upkeep and public purposes. The bill takes effect October 1, 2026, and requires Jefferson County to collect municipal contributions from future gas tax distributions.
This resolution (HR 113) formally recognizes four individuals - Lucy Mae Young Calloway, Walter Lee Cooley, Johnnie Barnett Harrison, and Michael Wilson - for their decades of community service in Macon County, Alabama. It honors their specific contributions, including civic leadership, education, military service, and advocacy, with a public ceremony at Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Church on February 21, 2026. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy; it solely expresses legislative appreciation for these community members. The bill has no binding effect beyond the stated recognition.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 103), not a bill with policy changes. It formally commends Dr. Mark Sullivan, Superintendent of Birmingham City Schools, for being named the 2025-2026 Outstanding Superintendent of the Year by the Alabama Education Association. The resolution highlights his leadership in driving academic improvements, equity-focused policies, and historic progress in Birmingham City Schools since 2020. It has no legal effect or impact on laws, policies, or funding - it is purely a symbolic expression of legislative appreciation.
This is a commemorative resolution (HR 107) honoring Richard Allen "Rich" Bender of Citronelle, Alabama, who died on January 28, 2026, at age 71. The resolution memorializes his life, noting his career as a carpenter, EMT, and community roles (including work at RDA and the Citronelle Memorial Library Board), his family, and his involvement with Citronelle Methodist Church. It serves as a formal legislative tribute from the Alabama House of Representatives to mourn his passing and celebrate his contributions to his community. The resolution has no policy provisions or effect beyond expressing collective respect and sympathy.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 104) honoring Robert Curtis "Bobby" Skidmore, a Citronelle, Alabama resident who died on January 19, 2026, at age 84. The resolution records the Alabama House of Representatives' "profound sorrow" over his death and celebrates his life as a devoted family man, community member, youth baseball coach, church leader, and musician. It specifically acknowledges his service to his family, Cross Point Baptist Church, and the Citronelle community, while expressing condolences to his surviving family members. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or affected constituents beyond this formal tribute.
SB 285 amends Alabama's marijuana possession laws by redefining offenses based on the amount possessed. It creates a new "second-degree" offense for possessing less than one ounce (previously covered personal use only), reducing this to a fine-only violation (down from a Class A misdemeanor). For one ounce or more, it establishes a "first-degree" offense with tiered penalties: fines for first/second offenses within five years, and a felony for third or subsequent offenses. The bill also adds an expungement process for eligible cases, allowing records to be sealed if the person has no recent felony, misdemeanor, or violation convictions (excluding minor traffic offenses). This bill is pending committee review and would take effect October 1, 2026, if passed.
