Phill Ensler

reshman Rep. Phillip Ensler, D-Montgomery, called for eight different acts of the Alabama Legislature to help curb gun violence in his district and across the state. Ensler held the press conference just five days after a shooting at a Dadeville birthday party killed four and injured 32, with some still in critical condition. But Ensler … Read more

In January, House Bill 7 was introduced to the Alabama House of Representatives despite a similar bill failing to pass last year. The bill, which was introduced by Rep. Ed Oliver, would prohibit public schools from teaching “certain divisive concepts relating to race, sex, or religion.” The bill does not specify any further on which … Read more

Rep. Phillip Ensler, D-Montgomery, said Thursday he plans to introduce a package of laws that would create community violence prevention resources and add some restrictions for gun owners with mental health concerns. Ensler, who is a lawyer, said he believes lawmakers can find ways to curb gun violence without taking away constitutional rights. He said … Read more