The resolution adopted by the Alabama Senate outlines a special order of business for the twenty-ninth legislative day, prioritizing a series of bills over the regular agenda. Key items include the establishment of the Alabama STEM Council within the Department of Workforce, amendments to taxation laws regarding tangible personal property, and the definition and taxation of heated tobacco products. Other notable bills address small estate distribution processes, public K-12 school cell phone policies, the addition of Juneteenth as a state holiday, and the use of off-road vehicles as emergency vehicles.
Additionally, the resolution includes provisions for consumer protection against price gouging during emergencies, the powers of municipal and county housing authorities, certification for child advocacy centers, and requirements for food enrichment in corn masa products. Other legislative topics cover mandatory insurance for nonresident motor vehicles, game breeder licenses, cybersecurity responsibilities for the Office of Information Technology, increased seafood dealer license fees, and Medicaid coverage for colorectal cancer screenings. The resolution reflects a diverse range of legislative priorities aimed at addressing various social, economic, and public health issues in Alabama.