2026 Lege Action Hub

 

Everything you need to know about navigating the Statehouse and taking action to shape the future of Alabama.

The 2026 Alabama legislative session begins on January 13th, 2026. As we head into another year defending Alabamians’ rights and pushing legislation that helps our communities thrive, we need you with us. Use the tools and resources below to Werk The Lege (a.k.a. engage in Alabama's legislative process) and sign up to receive our action alerts so you can be a part of the movement.  
 
Remember, the Statehouse is the People's House and our legislators work for us! We hope this Lege Action Hub empowers you to walk in the front door with confidence and demand your lawmakers serve your community.  

See our 2025 legislative session recap here and stay tuned to this space for legislative updates. 

Our Bill Positions

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May 8, 2023
HB 228
The ACLU of Alabama supports this.
May 8, 2023
HB 228

HB 228 – Parole Applicant Appearances

Criminal Legal Reform
Position: Support

House Bill 228 will allow parole applicants to virtually attend their parole hearings, which under existing law, they are unable to.

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May 8, 2023
HB 229
The ACLU of Alabama supports this.
May 8, 2023
HB 229

HB 229 – HFOA Second Chance

Criminal Legal Reform
Position: Support

House Bill 229 would prevent sentencing from being enhanced for convictions of nonviolent offenses.

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Apr 18, 2023
HB 209
The ACLU of Alabama opposes this.
Apr 18, 2023
HB 209

HB 209 – Criminalizing Absentee Ballot Assistance

Voting Rights
Position: Oppose
Status: Active

House Bill 209 will make it a felony for absentee ballot applications or absentee ballots to be distributed, ordered, requested, completed, obtained, or delivered by a person that does not fall into a...

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Apr 13, 2023
HB 131 / SB 97
The ACLU of Alabama opposes this.
Apr 13, 2023
HB 131 / SB 97

HB 131 / SB 97 – Prohibits Parole for Duly Charged

Criminal Legal Reform
Position: Oppose

House Bill 131 and Senate Bill 97 would prohibit any individual who is charged with multiple offenses to not be considered for parole until the charge(s) has been disposed of.

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Apr 13, 2023
HB 191 / SB 143
The ACLU of Alabama opposes this.
Apr 13, 2023
HB 191 / SB 143

HB 191 / SB 143 – Gang Legislation

Criminal Legal Reform
Position: Oppose

House Bill 191 and Senate Bill 143 would establish the definition of a “gang member” and provide mandatory increased penalties for “gang members.”

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Apr 10, 2023
SB 180
The ACLU of Alabama supports this.
Apr 10, 2023
SB 180

SB 180 – Inclusive Teachings of History and Social Studies

Racial Justice
Position: Support

Senate Bill 180 would make an addition to Alabama’s core curriculum legislation to mandate inclusive teaching of history and social studies in public K-12 schools.

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