Matt Simpson

On the first day of Alabama’s 2026 legislative session, State Representative Matt Simpson stood at the center of a moment that underscored both the gravity of his work and the trust placed in his leadership. During her final State of the State address, Governor Kay Ivey publicly expressed support for Simpson’s newly introduced House Bill 41, known as the Child Predator Death Penalty Act, urging swift passage so it could be signed into law. HB 41 seeks to strengthen penalties for the most egregious crimes committed against children, giving prosecutors additional tools to pursue the fullest measure of justice for those who prey on young victims. The bill immediately drew statewide attention, marking the second time during this four year legislative cycle that Governor Ivey has identified a Simpson-sponsored measure as a priority for the session.