Rep. Susan DuBose

Maddy summaryHB 341 aims to revise the regulations overseen by the Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering. The bill specifically removes "makeup" from the definition of "esthetics" within state law. This change would exempt individuals who solely provide makeup application services from requiring a license or being regulated by the board.

Maddy summaryHB 617 creates new procedures for managing and selling abandoned digital assets, such as virtual currencies or cryptocurrencies. It defines these assets as abandoned if they are unclaimed by the owner for three years after certain conditions, like undelivered communications or lack of account activity. The bill authorizes the State Treasurer to select a qualified custodian to hold these abandoned digital assets on behalf of the state. After two years, the State Treasurer may sell these assets at prevailing market prices or through commercially reasonable methods.

Maddy summaryHB 61 authorizes home school students to attend career and technical education programs offered in public K-12 schools. This bill directly affects home school students seeking vocational training and the public school system that will provide these programs. To implement this change, the bill requires the State Board of Education and local boards of education to adopt appropriate rules and policies.

Maddy summaryHR 193 designates October as Bullying Prevention Month in Alabama through a symbolic resolution. It encourages Alabama schools, students, parents, community organizations, and businesses to host awareness and prevention activities during October. The resolution also promotes wearing orange as a visual symbol to support kindness and safety for children and adolescents. This is a non-binding awareness measure, not a new law or funding program.

Maddy summaryHB 209 allows nursing mothers to be exempt from jury duty by providing two specific documents to the court: a written statement confirming they are nursing and either a birth certificate, government document, or medical record verifying their child's birth. This directly affects nursing mothers summoned for jury service who wish to avoid the obligation. The bill modifies existing court procedures to require these documents as part of the exemption request process. It does not change the exemption itself but sets clear documentation standards for those seeking it. The bill is currently pending committee review in the House Judiciary Committee.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution commending Samantha Hennings for her work supporting veterans in Alabama. It recognizes her selection as Miss Leeds Area 2025 and her community initiative, "Willing Hearts Devoted to Heroes," which includes organizing veteran-focused events, fundraising for veterans' programs, and assisting with veterans' benefits through her legal work. The resolution formally congratulates her on these efforts and her future educational plans in veteran-related law. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change policy - it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 141) formally honors the Hoover Service Club on its 50th anniversary for its community service in Hoover, Alabama. It recognizes the club's 50 years of work, including awarding over $1 million in scholarships and community grants to support local students, families, and needs like food assistance and veteran support. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it is purely ceremonial, acknowledging the club's volunteer efforts and legacy.

Maddy summaryHB 342 requires all Alabama public school districts to adopt policies allowing students to leave class during the school day for religious instruction at private entities, with parental consent. The bill mandates that schools cannot use public funds for instruction (only minimal administrative costs), must verify attendance records, and prohibits school staff from providing religious education. Students attending such programs may earn elective credit, and transportation remains the responsibility of parents or private entities. This policy change affects K-12 public school students across Alabama, making religious instruction during school hours a mandatory option for school boards rather than an optional one. The bill cites the 1952 Supreme Court case Zorach v. Clauson as precedent for this constitutionally permissible approach.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 17, 2025, as "Buckets of Smiles Day" in Alabama. It recognizes the work of the nonprofit organization Buckets of Smiles, which provides hospital-approved activity kits to children with cancer in Alabama and raises funds for childhood cancer awareness and research. The resolution encourages Alabama residents to acknowledge this day to support children fighting cancer and advocate for improved treatments. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding policy impact but highlights the organization's efforts to deliver over 1,500 activity buckets and establish scholarships for cancer survivors.

Maddy summaryHB 267 raises the age at which most minors can independently consent to medical, dental, and mental health care from 14 to 18 years old, affecting teenagers aged 14-17. Exceptions allow minors to consent to pregnancy-related care, STI treatment, and substance abuse services regardless of age, and maintain existing exceptions for married, divorced, pregnant, or emancipated minors. The bill also requires schools to obtain annual parental written consent for mental health services (replacing current opt-in rules) and prohibits healthcare providers from denying parents access to their minor child’s health records, except in specific cases like court orders or criminal investigations. Parents retain the fundamental right to make healthcare decisions for their minor children under this bill.