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Alabama House committee advances bill expanding college-level math access in high school
Schools would be required to automatically enroll students in an advanced math pathway if they score proficiently.
Education officials outline cost pressures ahead of budget talks
Gov. Kay Ivey has proposed a record $10.5 billion education budget, but lawmakers are expected to make changes to that plan.
House Highlights: Death Penalty & Immigrant Arrest Bills
The House debates the death penalty and illegal immigrant arrests.
Lawmakers move quickly on education workforce, reading bills
Three education bills in the Legislature received approval in their first chamber on Thursday and moved to the second.
Alabama Senate moves swiftly through early session, but election-year tensions loom
Republican leaders say the calm start reflects a shared urgency among lawmakers during an election year.
Alabama Senate committee advances bill creating faster pathway for veterans to teach
“Veterans offer a unique perspective, which is needed across many careers, including in our classrooms,” Ivey said.
Alabama House education budget chairman targets outdated mandates, local control early in session
Alabama House education budget committee Chairman gives schools more autonomy and flexibility while adding more transparency for the public
Alabama Senate opens 2026 session with calm start, leaders signal debates ahead
Democrats draw firm lines on legislation they believe could restrict voting rights or shift attention away from funding public services.
Three Collins education bills head to Alabama Senate
Three education bills stalled on the Senate floor late in last year’s session.
State of the State: Ivey proposes 2% pay raise for Alabama educators, workers, highlights accomplishments
Ivey proposes 2% raises for both teachers and state workers. “Our teachers are certainly key to our success,” Ivey said.
State House education leader Collins not seeking reelection
Representative Terri Collins ends her 16-year tenure in the Alabama House.
New Alabama State House project remains on schedule as 2026 session approaches
The project remains on schedule and under budget as crews push ahead with interior finishes and structural work.
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