Congress Sen. Britt presses for infrastructure funding for Alabama projects Britt urged Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to support I-65 expansion and the Mobile River Bridge construction during a Senate hearing. Alex Jobin4 hours ago
Congress Sen. Britt praises Trump’s executive order expanding IVF access The order directs the Domestic Policy Council to develop policy recommendations within 90 days to protect IVF access. StaffFebruary 19, 2025
Congress Sens. Tuberville, Britt call for end to federal estate tax The so-called Death Tax Repeal Act would completely eliminate the federal estate tax levied on the transfer of personal property. Alex JobinFebruary 17, 2025
Courts Ten defendants plead guilty in sports betting and money laundering scheme Court records indicate that the operation, known as Red44, was a sophisticated bookmaking network. StaffFebruary 13, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell’s legislation to return stolen taxpayer money passes committee unanimously It is estimated that 40,000 IRS checks alone were stolen nationally in 2024. StaffFebruary 13, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell to convene Emergency Telephone Town Hall Sewell will be joined by Assistant House Democratic Leader Joe Neguse and American Federation of Government Employees President Everett Kelley. StaffFebruary 11, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt’s “Illegal Red Snapper and Tuna Enforcement Act” passes Senate committee The bill now heads to the full Senate for consideration. StaffFebruary 11, 2025
Courts Co-founder of Stand Up Mobile speaks on upcoming 2nd Congressional District trial Alabama's congressional map has been in litigation since 2021, when two groups alleged that it diluted the voting power of Black Alabamians. Alex JobinFebruary 11, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell, House Dems introduce bill to stop Musk’s access to private information “Elon Musk’s takeover of the federal payment system is a dangerous invasion of the privacy of every American," Sewell said. StaffFebruary 10, 2025
Congress Rep. Strong promotes Ella Sullins to Chief of Staff Strong promoted Ella Sullins, his legislative director, to chief of staff, recognizing her seven years of Capitol Hill experience. StaffFebruary 7, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt reintroduces Retirement Fairness for Charities and Educational Institutions Act The bill aims to equalize 403(b) retirement plans with 401(k)s, expanding investment options for non-profit employees. StaffFebruary 7, 2025