Capitol Journal

We're covering a busy day in committee and on the floor as the legislative session checks of the 21st day. Todd's guests: State Rep. Donna Givens Alabama Trucking Association President Mark Colson

The Legislature was back for the 20th day. We'll have the latest from the State House plus an update on the Congressional delegation. Todd welcomes State Rep. Reed Ingram to discuss his legislation to require the Pledge of Allegiance and an hour of student-led prayer in schools.

We're getting briefed up for another busy week in the Legislature w/ some key committee meetings on tap. Alabama Public Health Officer Scott Harris joins Todd to talk about the threat of colorectal cancer, rising Measles outbreaks and more.  

We're covering a busy week in both Washington and Montgomery with major developments for the state. Todd's guests: House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter & newly elected Majority Leader Paul Lee discuss recent events inside the House GOP Caucus Newly-appointed Madison County Commission Chairman Rex Vaughn talks about his new role and managing growth in North Alabama.

Rep. Jennifer Fidler with Dr. Marck Stalder; Miss Alabama 2025 Emma Terry with Rep. Susan DuBose

Doug Otto, CEO - Alabama Port Authority Pattie Smith - Alabama Dept.of Mental Health Dr. Curt Lindsley

We have reaction from Alabama's congressional delegation on the attacks on Iran plus we preview the week ahead in the State House. Todd welcomes @AlabamaArchives Director Steve Murray to talk about America's 250th & their recent event on the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

We'll review the week that was in Alabama government & politics, from Montgomery to Washington. Todd's guests: Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger Jr. Alabama Youth Governor Carter Holloway & Chief of Staff Shivika Kumar

The Capitol Journal team breaks down Day 17 of this 2026 legislative session from the State House. Todd welcomes Alabama High School Athletic Association Executive Director Heath Harmon to discuss recent decisions and preview the Final Four.

A busy day in the State House full day of committee meetings & floor action. Todd's guests: Newly named House Majority Whip James Lomax Rep Adline Clark & Miss Auburn University Ashlyn Powers who are advocating for disability awareness

We're covering the 15th day of the legislative session, w/ bills moving in the House the Senate & committee.  Todd's guests: ▶️ Senator Robert Stewart (D) - Selma ▶️ Alyx Johnson & Luke Garrett of the Future Farmers of America

Todd Stacy, Randy Scott, and Jeff Sanders preview this week in the Alabama Legislature.

We're covering a busy week in Alabama government & politics, from the State House in Montgomery to the Capitol in Washington. Steve Flowers joins Todd in studio to discuss the issues of the week, including the latest on the 2026 elections.

We're covering a busy day in the State House as the Legislature completes the 14th day of session. Todd welcomes State Rep. Laura Hall to discuss her legislation regarding parole and her memories of the late Jesse Jackson.  

We're covering a full day of committee action in the State House, plus another House leadership update. Gordon Stone of the Higher Education Partnership joins Todd at the desk to promote Higher Ed Day tomorrow at the State House.

We're back tonight with coverage of what happened in the Alabama Legislature today on the Day 13 of session. Todd's guests: Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox talks about the withdrawn SSUT lawsuit and the latest with the Saban Center Dr. Tate Hinkle of the Academy of Family Physicians discusses needs facing rural health care providers.

We're reviewing the week that was in Alabama government & politics, from a busy stretch in the Legislature to another looming shutdown in Congress. Todd welcome's Senator Arthur Orr to discuss his topical bills plus get an update on the education budget.

We're covering Day 12 of the session, including some unexpected twists & turns. Todd sits down w/ State Rep. David Faulkner to discuss his bill to improve camp safety after the Camp Mystic tragedy in Texas claimed the life of one of his constituents.

We're covering the 11th day of the Alabama Legislature's 2026 Regular Session, from a key day in House committee to a busy one on the Senate floor. Todd welcomes State Rep. Ed Oliver, who discusses his bills aimed at supporting rural health care.

Week in Review in the Alabama Legislature. In studio: Sen. Merika Coleman, (D) Birmingham Rep. Jeana Ross, (R) Guntersville

Sen. Greg Albritton, (R) - Atmore Erik Estill - LEAD Academy Montgomery Tyler Barnett - New Schools for Alabama

  We're reviewing the highlights of this week in the Alabama Legislature while also checking in w/ the delegation in Congress. Packed show! Todd's guests:   Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin   State Sen. Matt Woods