State government; use of term "West Bank" prohibited as reference to Judea and Samaria
HB 81 prohibits Alabama state government entities from using the term "West Bank" to refer to Judea and Samaria in any official documents, such as rules, press releases, or communications. It directly affects all Alabama state agencies, departments, and subdivisions that produce government materials. The bill allows the head of a government entity to waive this prohibition if they determine it serves the state's interests, but requires a written explanation submitted to the legislature or legislative council within 30 days. The law would take effect on October 1, 2026.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Dec 17, 2025
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
Lower · Passed
Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (State Government)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Mark Gidley
RRepublican
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