There was a sharp disagreement today at the Alabama State House over a bill to expand civil and criminal immunity for police officers. A “back the blue” bill by Rep. Rex Reynolds, R-Huntsville, would rewrite the state law on immunity.

A new proposed bill in the Alabama Legislature aims to grant law enforcement immunity from civil cases. Many law enforcement officers support the idea, while civilians express concerns. There has been a recurring issue with civilians filing civil suits against police for excessive force and other alleged wrongdoings.