Bill Would Let Some Ala. Schools Train Teachers
Legislation has been prepared that would allow schools in a rural northwest Alabama county to train teachers and other school workers as reserve sheriff's deputies.Democratic state Rep. Johnny Mack...
View ArticleConstitutional Amendment On Guns Nears Final Step
Alabama lawmakers are one step from letting voters decide, at least in theory, whether to make it harder for government to adopt restrictions on firearms.A proposed constitutional amendment would apply...
View ArticleGun Maker Opening Plant in Huntsville
A plan by Remington Outdoor Co. to open a plant in Huntsville that could employ thousands of workers has won the support of Republican Sen. Jeff Sessions. In a statement Sunday, Sessions said his...
View ArticleBill Would Allow Loaded Guns in Cars Without Concealed Carry Permit
An Alabama legislator wants to change state law so that people can carry a loaded pistol in their vehicle without a concealed carry permit. Republican Sen. Scott Beason of Gardendale said Wednesday...
View ArticleLawmaker Wants Tax Holiday for Guns
An Alabama lawmaker is looking to create a sales tax holiday for consumers buying guns and ammunition. Republican Rep. Becky Nordgren of Gadsden said Monday that she has filed legislation to create an...
View ArticleMontgomery Allows Armed Guards in Bars
The Montgomery City Council has approved a law letting nightclubs employ armed security guards.Council members say they hope the ordinance passed Tuesday will prevent violence like a shooting that left...
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