Alabama Legislative Events

Alabama Evaluation of Services Commission recreated as legislative body

Alabama enacted SB317 to recreate the Commission on the Evaluation of Services as a legislative department and establish the Legislative Committee on the Evaluation of Services. The bill revises and clarifies the commission's duties and organizational structure. The legislation passed the Senate 30-0 and the House 103-0 (102-1 on amended version).

Child Sexual Abuse Laws Study Commission Created

The Alabama Senate adopted SJR79 on March 11, 2026, creating the Alabama Legislative Study Commission on Child Sexual Abuse Laws and Policies. Senator Merika Coleman-Evans sponsored the resolution, which establishes a commission to study and review existing state laws and policies related to child sexual abuse. The commission will submit findings and recommendations to the Legislature.

State General Fund Appropriations for FY 2027

Alabama SB146 passed both chambers on April 1, 2026, enacting State General Fund appropriations for fiscal year ending September 30, 2027. The bill provides funding for executive, legislative, and judicial agencies, debt service, and capital outlay. The Senate passed the engrossed version 32-0 on March 11, and the House passed with amendments 104-0 on April 1.

Lieutenant Governor Vacancy Election Requirements - Constitutional Amendment

Alabama SB271 was signed into law on April 1, 2026, establishing a constitutional amendment requiring the office of Lieutenant Governor to be filled by election under certain vacancy circumstances. The bill passed both chambers with unanimous support (Senate 29-0, House 102-0, final House vote 66-0, Senate concurrence 25-0). This marks the first time Alabama's constitution will include specific election requirements for filling Lieutenant Governor vacancies.