Congress Rep. Figures defends legacy, inspires grads at Tuskegee commencement In a powerful address, Figures honors HBCU history and urges Class of 2025 to lead with purpose, passion, and principle. Bill Britt20 hours ago
Congress How Trump’s proposed federal budget would reshape Alabama Trump’s budget proposal would cut or eliminate many Alabama programs, while increasing DOD and DHS funding by over $155 billion. Chance PhillipsMay 5, 2025
Congress Tuberville introduces “Understanding the True Cost of College Act” The legislation would create a uniform financial aid offer form and standardize terms to describe financial aid. Alex JobinMay 5, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell introduces the Retirement Savings for Americans Act The new legislation creates portable, tax-advantaged accounts with federal contributions for eligible workers. StaffMay 2, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell condemns Trump for cutting $15 million grant to Birmingham students The grant's unexpected elimination will prohibit the school system from hiring essential mental health personnel. StaffMay 2, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt leads legislation to prevent federal overreach into state-regulated insurance Britt reintroduced the Insurance Data Protection Act to strip FIO’s subpoena power, bolster state regulation, and safeguard consumers’ insurance data. StaffMay 2, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt joins effort to continue safe exports of agricultural products The bipartisan Safe American Food Exports Act codifies USDA authority to negotiate regionalization agreements ensuring continued livestock and poultry exports during animal disease outbreaks. StaffApril 30, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt introduces bill to make breast cancer diagnostic tests more affordable Current law requires insurance companies to provide no-copay coverage for screenings, but that does not extend to diagnostic testing. StaffApril 30, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell speaks out against National Institutes of Health budget cuts The Trump administration's cuts include up to $70 million for UAB alone. StaffApril 25, 2025
Congress Tuberville’s travel trail points to home in Florida, not Alabama Tuberville claims Auburn residency, but flights, filings, and finances say otherwise — raising legal questions ahead of a potential run for governor. Bill BrittApril 24, 2025
Congress Sewell talks federal funding cuts at Lowndes County town hall “Trump has made it clear in his agenda that billionaires like Elon Musk are rewarded and Alabama communities like the one here Fort Deposit... Wesley WalterApril 24, 2025