Alabama GOP Legislative Recap – Week 4

From the Alabama Republican Party

Week four of the 2026 legislative session delivered strong momentum for Alabama conservatives. Republican lawmakers continued moving meaningful legislation forward—especially on public safety, parental rights, and protecting Alabama’s way of life.

This week, several key Republican priorities cleared the Legislature and advanced to Governor Ivey, including:

HB41 — Representative Matt Simpson’s legislation strengthening penalties for the rape of a child advanced after being carried in the Senate by Senator April Weaver, continuing their strong leadership on protecting Alabama’s children.

HB161 — Representative Chris Sells’ parental rights legislation advanced after being carried in the Senate by Senator Clyde Chambliss, empowering parents by requiring stronger age verification and verified consent before minors can download or purchase apps.

HB181 — Representative Rhett Marques’ Save Our Bay bill protecting Alabama’s coastal waters after being carried in the Senate by Senator Chris Elliott. This is an important step for our fishing industry, our coastal economy, and preserving the natural resources that make Alabama’s Gulf Coast so special.

Republican lawmakers moved a strong slate of legislation forward this week focused on public safety and accountability—including updating Alabama’s laws on manslaughter and other serious crimes, stiffening penalties for making credible terrorist threats, cracking down on drivers who flee from law enforcement, and strengthening enforcement against driving without a valid license.

Below, you’ll find a full list of Republican-sponsored bills that advanced this week. As always, you can view and download PDF versions of each chamber’s report by clicking on the images provided.

Thank you for your continued support, and please feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

Moving Alabama forward together,

Jeannie Burniston

Director of Legislative Affairs

Alabama Republican Party

Please note that the ALGOP Legislative Recap does not include county specific legislation.