May 6, 2024 Group Watch: News & Views from the State House
A good bit of education-related legislation moved forward last week. The Senate approved a bill to create the state’s first health-focused high school. A bill restricting instruction on LGBTQ topics in public schools passed the House. And a bill designed to ensure Alabama students are taught the dangers of fentanyl was approved by the Senate and now awaits Governor Ivey’s signature.
Plus, the gambling saga continues. Bills to create a lottery and 10 casinos just narrowly failed in the Senate. Leaders say there is a chance the legislation will come up for another vote before session ends. Stay tuned.
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