Alabama to Proceed with Second Nitrogen Gas Execution After Settlement

Death row inmate Alan Miller drops lawsuit, allowing execution to move forward despite concerns over the method's humanity.

Alan Miller's execution is scheduled between September 26 and 27 after he agreed to a confidential settlement with Alabama.
Miller's lawsuit cited the January execution of Kenneth Smith, raising concerns about potential cruel and unusual punishment.
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall claims the settlement confirms the nitrogen hypoxia method is reliable and humane.
Miller proposed changes to the execution protocol, including using medical-grade nitrogen and having a trained professional monitor the process.
The state previously attempted to execute Miller by lethal injection but failed to establish an IV line.