Capitol Journal

We'll catch up on the latest from the State House as lawmakers completed the third day of the 2026 Regular Session. Sen. Linda Coleman-Madison joins Todd in studio to talk about the session so far and some of the legislation she's carrying this year.

Panel discussion with House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter; Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger; House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels

John Treadwell; Ken Boswell

Joining us in studio this week: former U.S. Senator and now Democratic candidate for governor Doug Jones talks about his campaign. House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels tells us what we can expect from the upcoming session. And Michael Lowry of the Alabama Poll shares some his latest data on voter opinions leading into 2026.

More movement on the political front for the 2026 elections. We'll go over who's in an who's out this week in the races for governor and lt. governor. There's progress on implementing the state's medical cannabis law. Randy Scott has those details. On Capitol Hill, Alex Angle reports on this week's action from Alabama's delegation in Washington on the issue of health care. Joining us in studio this week. Senate General Fund Budget Chairman Greg Albritton talks about the online sales tax issue and what budgets are looking like with the session approaching. And State Representative Susan Dubose joins us alongside Miss Alabama's Teen Addison Shoemaker to highlight Girls Day at the State Capitol.

APT Executive Director Wayne Reid County Commissions of Alabama Executive Director Sonny Brasfield Chief Operating Officer of Feeding Alabama Kim Lawkis

We're covering how Alabama's delegation played a role in ending the government shutdown & the trickle down impacts. Todd's guests: U.S. Sen. Katie Britt @SenKatieBritt Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox @WaltMaddox

This week on Capitol Journal. As the government shutdown continues, Alex Angle reports from Washington on how the Alabama delegation is involved. A major milestone for broadband internet in Alabama this week. Jeff Sanders is with the governor in Camden. And Randy Scott reports on the latest with immunizations. As we get further into flu season. Joining us in studio this week, Veterans Affairs Commissioner Jeff Newton discusses the upcoming Veteran's Day holiday and veterans programs around the state. Outgoing Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson reflects on his 12 years leading the port city and how far it has come. Kevin Scarbinsky talks about the high school football playoffs and what's going on with the Auburn coaching search.

We're covering the latest on the potential SNAP funding lapses resulting from the government shutdown. My guests: @AlabamaDHR Commissioner Nancy Buckner Senior Education Reporter @Trish_Crain Daphne Johnston & Bishop Lawson Bryan of the Respite for All Foundation.

Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed; Alabama Weather Network founder James Spann

We report on the aftermath of a shooting in Downtown Montgomery on the evening of October 4. Todd sits down with Congressman Barry Moore and Dr. Karen Anderson from the Alabama State Department of Education.

This week on Capitol Journal… We're covering the week that was in Alabama government and politics. JEFF SANDERS reports on a meeting of four state governors in Point Clear to talk energy. Randy Scott has an update on the electric vehicle industry in the state. And Alex Angle reports from Capitol Hill on the latest with the government shutdown and the Alabama delegation's response. And our guests this week. State Senator Donnie Chesteen, chairman of the Senate Education Policy Committee. Dr. Scott Harris, Alabama's Public Health Officer. And Ryan Hankins, Executive Director of the Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama. I

Todd's guests: Alabama Department of Mental Health Commissioner Kim Boswell Alabama Trucking Association President Mark Colson Alabama Farmers Federation's Mitt Walker "The Alabama Poll "Principal Michael Lowry

Our guests this week include State EMA Director Jeff Smitherman, political analyst Steve Flowers, and Secretary of the Alabama Department of Workforce Greg Reed.

From Washington to Montgomery, we're covering a busy week in Alabama government & politics. Todd's guests: Mental Health Commissioner Kim Boswell Jane Adams of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network - ACS CAN & UAB pediatric cancer researcher Dr. Ankur Saxena.

Our guests include State Senator Arthur Orr, State Senator Greg Albritton, and Hal Nash, Chair of the Alabama Board of Pardons and Parole. Also, visit our new Capitol Journal web page for stories on the Alabama Literacy Act, federal funding cuts to Alabama, and more here https://aptv.org/capitol-journal/news/

From the Business Council of Alabama Governmental Affairs Conference at the Grand Hotel in Point Clear, Alabama.

We're back in the studio this week covering a busy week in Alabama government & politics. Todd's guests: Rep. Matt Simpson & Sen. April Weaver Chuck Holmes of the Alabama Humanities Alliance Buckmasters Founder Jackie Bushman

A full show of coverage from Montgomery to Washington. Todd's guests: Secretary of State candidates @AuditorSorrell & @DobsonForAL Newly-elected State Sen. Matt Woods APT's Wayne Reid & Jack Williams

We're back covering the week that was in Alabama politics & government. Todd's guests: House Education Budget Chairman Representative Danny Garrett Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs Director Ken Boswell Alabama State University Political Science Professor D'Linnell Finley

My guests are @AGSteveMarshall , Sec. Of Early Childhood Education Ami Brooks and Todd Schmidt and Quin Gresham of the Alabama Shakespeare Festival.

We're covering the week that was in Alabama government & politics. Todd's guests: - New Public Service Commission President Cynthia Almond - State Auditor candidate Josh Pendergrass - Historian Dr. Richard Bailey, who walks us through the history of Juneteenth.

Todd sits down w/ State Superintendent Dr Eric Mackey to discuss promising education scores. He then welcomes two candidates for Lt. Governor: Ag Commissioner Rick Pate & Secretary of State Wes Allen.

we have the latest on how the budget battle in DC could impact Alabama, plus an update on inner city crime and the first application of the Speedy Trial Act. Todd's guests: Wanda Miller of VOCAL Cpt. Jeremy Burkette of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Girls State Governor & Chief of Staff

The end of the legislative session brings the start of the 2026 election cycle, and there's plenty of movement there this week. Alex Angle reports from Washington on the "Big Beautiful Bill" passing the House with Alabama's perspective. Jeff Sanders got out on the water with law enforcement from Alabama, Georgia and Florida who are teaming up to crack down on driving and boating under the influence. And Randy Scott has an informative story on what to do if you missed the STAR ID deadline. Todd welcomes Attorney General Steve Marshall, State Rep. Neil Rafferty, Will Parker, General Counsel for Governor Kay Ivey, and Alabama Department of Education's Bonnie Short, Director of the Alabama Reading Initiative.

SINE DIE

We're previewing the final day of the 2025 legislative session — with over 50 bills still in limbo, possible cloture in play, and tensions rising in the Senate. Todd sits down with Vic Wilson, Executive Director of the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools.

It has been a week. Lots to cover. I'll also talk with @alexangle_ about the latest on Sen. Tuberville's potential run for governor and what we might see from Congress on cuts to Medicaid.

We're covering a pretty slow penultimate day in the Legislature as we approach the finish line. My guests: Sen. Tim Melson Rep. Barbara Drummond

Major legislation saw its way to final passage today, and others close to it. We'll hit the high points on @CapitolJournal . @SenLanceBell joins me to discuss immigration legislation and his film industry bill.

Previewing the final week of the regular session. Todd sit's down with Sen. Will Barfoot.

We are covering another busy week in the Legislature as the session winds down with only three days remaining. Todd's guests: Rep. Chris Pringle, Speaker Pro Tem Sen. Rodger Smitherman

Rep. Terri Collins, (R) - Decatur

Rep. Jamie Kiel, (R) - Russellville and Rep. Laura Hall, (D) - Huntsville

Todd sits down with ADEM Director Lance LeFleur, who is retiring this week.

We're covering another busy week in the Alabama Legislature, plus other political news from Huntsville to the coast. Todd's guests: State Sen. Dan Roberts State Sen. Kirk Hatcher

Today was one of the last significant committee days of the session, as lawmakers try to get their bills in position for final passage with just six legislative days of the session.

Day 24 of the Alabama Legislature's 2025 Regular Session is in the books, and we'll get you caught up on what happened tonight on @CapitolJournal. Rep. Terri Sewell joins Todd to discuss her efforts to deal with Trump administration cuts in her district.

Political columnist Steve Flowers

Rep. Ginny Shaver, (R) - Leesburg

Randy Scott filling in for Todd Stacy. He sits down with Cam Ward, Director of the Bureau of Pardons & Paroles; Sen. Clyde Chambliss (R) - Prattville; Rep. Prince Chestnut, (D) - Selma; and Dr. Louis Lambiase, the Dean of UAB Heersink School of Medicine in Montgomery.

We're covering another busy week in the Legislature as the session eclipses the halfway point. Todd's guests: Senate Majority Leader @SenLivingstonAL House Minority Leader @AnthonyDaniels

We'll wrap up a busy day in the State House: PBMs, paid parental leave, foreign campaign interference, targeted sales tax exemptions, etc. Pleased to welcome State Rep. Kelvin Datcher, the newest member of the Legislature.

Lawmakers are back in Montgomery as the legislative session resumes. We have the action from the State House on Capitol Journal. Todd welcomes John McMillan, director of the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission to talk about their licensing process moving forward.