Legislature Bill would allow cosmetology license reciprocity for military dependents House Bill 246 is part of an effort to create a national “cosmetology compact” for military personnel and dependents. StaffApril 11, 2023
Education While community colleges nationally saw enrollment decline, Alabama bucks the trend Alabama’s community colleges have experienced an increase in enrollment by at least 5 percent each year since 2020. StaffApril 11, 2023
Legislature Child care providers, parents call for more Pre-K, child care funds Advocates on Monday called on the Legislature to approve a combined $42 million increase in state investments. StaffApril 11, 2023
Congress Sen. Britt, colleagues lead effort to repeal the “Death Tax” The legislation would permanently repeal the federal estate tax. StaffApril 7, 2023
Congress Rep. Sewell, colleagues introduce bipartisan New Markets Tax Credit Extension Act This legislation aims to spur investment and economic growth in rural and underserved communities. StaffApril 7, 2023
State Gov. Ivey awards grant to assist forensic investigations in Alabama ADECA is administering the grant from funds made available by the U.S. Department of Justice. StaffApril 7, 2023
State Governor announces Rebuild Alabama funds more local projects With this round of funding, more than $145 million in state transportation has been awarded. StaffApril 6, 2023
State Alabama’s Doug Jones wins award for upholding the rule of law Jones will be one of five individuals to receive the National Judicial College’s Making the World a More Just Place Award. StaffApril 5, 2023
Congress Sewell to kick off 2023 “Congress in Your Community” town hall tour Sewell will be hosting town halls in Sumter and Marengo Counties on April 5. StaffApril 5, 2023
State Big 10 Mayors support economic incentives legislation, urge swift approval Reauthorizing Alabama’s economic incentives is part of the Alabama Big 10 Mayors 2023 legislative agenda. StaffApril 5, 2023