February 28, 2022 Group Watch: News & Views from the State House
Guns, riots and transgender bathroom rules for schools: Three headline-garnering bills that all topped the majority caucus’ agenda passed by the House early last week, and then both chambers moved on to work less likely to generate debate, including the Senate’s passage of the General Fund Budget for FY23.
In other news, schools around the state, including state universities, have dropped mask mandates for students, a move that Governor Ivey praised. The governor also gave kudos to several Alabama companies that have enjoyed stellar success with global exports in the last year, honoring them with her annual Trade Excellence Awards.
Find details on the above and much more in this issue of Group Watch.
