The 2024 legislative session began on February 6, 2024 and ended in early May 2024. Read our legislative summary here. The ACLU of Alabama works to expand and defend the rights of Alabamians with lawmakers in the Statehouse.
We want you to stand with us and Werk The Lege - "lege" meaning Legislature. Remember the State House is the People's House where you can walk in and demand lawmakers serve your community.
At key moments during the legislative session, we will be calling on you to help us push for and fight back against any attacks that may arise. Sign up to receive our action alerts so you can be a part of the movement with us.
Check out the bills we're prioritizing this session below. Learn more about why we chose these bills through our legislative agenda.
Background: House Bill 246, also known as the Free to Speak Act, would prohibit employees of public schools, colleges, and universities from using names or pronouns that do not align with a...
Background: HB64 proposes adding Election Day as a state holiday in Alabama. Under this bill, Election Day—defined as the first Tuesday following the first Monday in November during...
Background: Under current Alabama law, the only method for an elector to vote before Election Day is via absentee ballot, which requires meeting specific eligibility criteria. HB 71 would...
Background: HB 138 would establish the Alabama Women's Childbirth Alternatives, Resources, and Education (CARE) Act, which seeks to provide protections for incarcerated pregnant individuals...
Background: House Bill 3 would require enhanced sentencing for criminal defendants who are undocumented immigrants. Under this legislation, if a person convicted of a felony is found to be...