Sen. Rob Stewart

Primary SJR 28

Signed into law · Alabama Senate · Lead sponsor

Lannie's BBQ, commended

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SJR 28), not a policy bill. It formally commends Lannie's Bar-B-Q Spot in Selma, Alabama, for being named one of USA Today's 2025 Restaurants of the Year - the only Alabama restaurant on the list. The resolution highlights the restaurant's 80-year history, generational ownership, and role as a community gathering place in Selma's historically Black neighborhood. It has no policy impact or binding effect; it simply expresses legislative recognition of the restaurant's achievement.

Signed into law Mar 6, 2025 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 192

In committee · Alabama Senate · Lead sponsor

Alabama student grant program, approved institution of higher learning provided

Maddy summarySB 192 adds one historically Black college or university (HBCU) in Selma, Alabama, to the list of approved institutions eligible to participate in Alabama's Student Grant Program. This change directly affects Selma-area students at that specific HBCU who qualify as Alabama residents and meet other program requirements. The bill amends the definition of "approved institution" to include Selma-based HBCUs meeting federal accreditation and Title IV funding criteria, without altering the program's funding structure or eligibility rules for students.

EducationSupports EducationExpands eligibility for Alabama Student Grant Program to include Selma HBCU, increasing access to higher education funding for qualifying residents.95% confidence

In committee Feb 20, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 98

In committee · Alabama Senate · Lead sponsor

Criminal procedure; post-conviction DNA testing procedures of inmates, further provided

Maddy summarySB 98 expands access to post-conviction DNA testing for inmates in Alabama. It removes time limits for requesting DNA tests and extends eligibility from only capital offenses to include all offenses (capital and non-capital) for inmates serving prison sentences. The bill requires courts to order testing if the evidence exists, was not previously tested, and the request demonstrates how results could prove innocence. This change aims to provide a broader pathway for inmates to seek DNA evidence that might prove factual innocence, regardless of when their conviction occurred.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpands DNA testing access for all inmates to prove innocence, advancing criminal justice reform by correcting wrongful convictions through broader eligibility and removed time limits.95% confidence

In committee Feb 5, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 119

Signed into law · Alabama Senate · Lead sponsor

Child labor, increasing civil and criminal penalties for employers who violate child labor laws

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the civil and criminal penalties for employers in Alabama who violate child labor laws, directly affecting businesses that hire workers under the age of 19. Under the new provisions, civil fines for certain violations rise from $300 to $1,000, while fines for more serious offenses increase from $1,000 to a range of $10,000. Additionally, the bill allows authorities to assess separate penalties for each employee involved in a violation and expands criminal charges, including potential felony convictions for cases involving serious physical injury or death of a minor. These changes take effect on October 1, 2024, and all collected fines will go to the state's general fund.

Signed into law May 9, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 343

died · Alabama Senate · Lead sponsor

Lowndes County; pari-mutuel wagering; authorized for simulcast past events and live horse and dog races.

Lowndes County

died May 7, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 118

Signed into law · Alabama Senate · Lead sponsor

Sunset law, Alabama Private Investigation Board continued until October 1, 2026

Occupational Licensing Boards

Signed into law May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 125

Signed into law · Alabama Senate · Lead sponsor

State Board of Public Accountancy, continued until October 1, 2028, without modification, pursuant to the Sunset Law

Occupational Licensing Boards

Signed into law May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 126

Signed into law · Alabama Senate · Lead sponsor

Sunset law, Alabama Liquified Petroleum Gas Board continued until October 1, 2028

Occupational Licensing Boards

Signed into law May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 117

Signed into law · Alabama Senate · Lead sponsor

Sunset law, Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure is continued until October 1, 2028

Occupational Licensing Boards

Signed into law May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 127

Signed into law · Alabama Senate · Lead sponsor

Alabama Athletic Commission, continued until October 1, 2027, without modification, pursuant to the Sunset Law

Occupational Licensing Boards

Signed into law May 2, 2024 0 co-sponsors