Economy
A report reveals that economic development efforts in 2024 secured 224 projects, generating more than 8,500 career opportunities for Alabamians.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Alabama House passes bill to establish post-election audits
After APR exposed David Cole’s fraud, Tuberville’s residency next in the crosshairs
Cindy Myrex announces bid for Alabama House District 12 seat
Givhan says it out loud: Is Tuberville running for governor … from Florida?
AFA announces its endorsement of Matt Woods for Alabama Senate District 5
- Governor
Gov. Ivey releases GenAI Task Force final report
Governor signs bill allowing private schools to contract school resource officers
Governor signs SB115, the Officer Impersonation Prevention Act
Governor signs Senate Bill 67 to further elevate veteran needs in Alabama
Gov. Ivey signs bill to establish Alabama Veterans Resource Center
- Legislature
Midwives Alliance allege “backroom politics,” pull support of regulatory bill
Governor signs bill allowing private schools to contract school resource officers
This Alabama state representative wants to outlaw human cloning
Over 200 rally at State House to push for grocery tax reduction
Governor signs SB115, the Officer Impersonation Prevention Act
- Economy
Alabama grows with $7 billion in new investments in 2024
Alabama labor force steady at 57.6 percent, unemployment at 3.3 percent
Sen. Tuberville cosponsors bill to secure one million Bitcoin for reserve
Poarch Creek Indians’ economic impact in Alabama tops $4 billion
January 2025 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report
- National
Rep. Sewell advocates for Alabama’s trade interests in House subcommittee
Sen. Britt introduces legislation to improve passenger vehicle safety
Rep. Sewell’s statement on Trump Administration’s mishandling of classified information
Rep. Sewell announces 2025 Congressional Art Competition
Sen. Katie Britt taps Sean Ross as new chief of staff in D.C.
- Education
ACHE highlights Alabama’s national leadership in apprenticeships, policy
State Superintendent Mackey reassures Board of Education amid federal cuts
Rep. Sewell welcomes Dr. Walter Gonsoulin as National Superintendent of the Year
ACCS and AAMA to offer scholarships for automotive manufacturing
Troy University to close Phenix City campus
- Health
Southern Medicaid advocates lambast proposed federal cuts
Midwives Alliance allege “backroom politics,” pull support of regulatory bill
Senate committee approves bill regulating PBMs, protecting local pharmacies
Cancer advocate urges Alabama senators to protect research funding
Alabama House committee approves presumptive Medicaid care
- Opinion
Opinion | How the seeds of dictatorship take root in democracy’s soil
Opinion | Let Alabamians vote on lottery, sports betting, and new revenue
Opinion | Legislators can restore hope to patients by fixing Alabama’s cannabis mess
Opinion | Everyone is not welcome here
Opinion | A republic if you can fund it
Economy
McNair began her tenure as Commerce Secretary on Jan. 1, 2024, after Gov. Kay Ivey appointed her.
Economy
The change comes in response to financial support from the state legislature and corporate sponsors.
Economy
A standout accomplishment of the legislative year was the passage of the Child Care Tax Credit, a transformative policy championed by Manufacture Alabama.
Economy
Trump has been critical of the program in the past and restricted foreign worker visas during his first term.
Economy
Alabama, Maine, and Mississippi saw the greatest increases in their respective unemployment rates.
Economy
Union workers at the Midtown Starbucks in Birmingham are preparing to strike today, protesting lack of progress in contract negotiations.
Economy
Huntsville Hospital emerged as the leading employer in the state for the month, posting 1,089 job ads.
Economy
Alabama recorded 5,168 home sales in November, a 5.9 percent increase over October’s figures.
Economy
“Our row crop farmers in Alabama are encountering immense financial pressure," Pate said.
Economy
The event highlighted the crucial role of public officials in supporting Alabama’s innovation economy.