Next year is an important election year for all major state offices in Alabama, plus Congressional representatives and a U.S. Senator. Lawmakers in Montgomery will be focused on state issues but viewing them through a national political lens. What could go wrong?

You guessed it. That’s why we plan to be on the job. Join HIVE Alabama and MAD? Make a Difference for our sixth annual virtual Alabama Legislative Preview on Tuesday, January, 13th at noon. Click here to pre-register.

Our Zoom Preview is on the first day of the 2026 Alabama legislative session, which runs January 13th – April 20th. Our speakers will highlight their group’s efforts, priorities, “bills to watch,” and how you can get involved to make a difference. Don’t miss this chance to hear from so many amazing organizations in one panel!
1. Rebecca Rothman, Rapid Action Team
2. Paula Wilson, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense, Alabama
3. Krysti Shallenberger, Read Freely Alabama
4. Kim Bailey, League of Women Voters, Alabama
5. Jennifer Harris, Alabama Arise
6. Marva Douglas, Action Coalition for Transit, Alabama
7. Charles Miller, Alabama Rivers Alliance
8. Elaine Burdeshaw, Alabama Appleseed