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The ESTUARIES Act marked the freshman lawmaker's first legislation to pass the House, securing vital estuary protection funding through 2031.
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- Elections
Jasmyne Crimiel announces campaign for Alabama House District 74
CAIR designates Tuberville an “anti-Muslim extremist” as Jones slams Islamophobic comments
P&CMA endorses Wes Allen for lieutenant governor
All 14 Baldwin County mayors endorse Sen. Chris Elliott for reelection
Former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones holds gubernatorial campaign kickoff
- Governor
Rep. Sewell celebrates unveiling of Space Command Headquarters sign in Huntsville
Gov. Ivey signs executive order to continue strong recruiting for National Guard
Gov. Ivey introduces a CHOOSE Act family: the Moseleys
Gov. Ivey wins inaugural Capital Legacy Impact Award
Governor Ivey lights Alabama Capitol Christmas tree Friday
- Legislature
Proposed law would allow for removal of library board members
Girls’ Day At The Capitol to take place on December 16
Sen. Chris Elliott brings back Archives takeover bill
Online sales tax lawsuit pits Alabama’s biggest cities against counties, some lawmakers
Rep. Marcus Paramore appointed to House Ways and Means Education Committee
- Economy
Gov. Ivey welcomes $10.5M Bad Boy Mowers Tractor Plant, 50 jobs headed to Monroeville
Trump announces $12 billion in farm aid as Alabama farmers brace for 2026 season
Governor encourages Alabama businesses to compete in 2026 Small Business Week awards
Alabama Power outlines plan to hold electric rates steady through 2027
Alabama home sales decline in October, market remains healthy
- National
Rep. Figures’ bill to extend National Estuary Program clears U.S. House
Sen. Britt signs onto letters demanding improved transparency from AI companies
Reps. Sewell, Figures call on University of Alabama to restore student publications
US Supreme Court hears Alabama’s appeal of death penalty stay
Rep. Sewell votes for NDAA, military pay raise and HBCU funds
- Education
State education committee takes aim at reducing classroom paperwork
Sen. Allen establishes Charlie Kirk Memorial Endowed Scholarship
ACHE approves $2.7 billion college budget requests, new programs
Gov. Ivey introduces a CHOOSE Act family: the Moseleys
TROY offers new pathway to nursing careers with Accelerated Master of Science in Nursing track
- Health
Alabama Cannabis Coalition criticizes delays, limited licensing for medical cannabis
Opinion | Pharmacy Benefit Managers reap benefits, we pay the cost. It’s time to act
Alabama faith leaders urge Congress to extend ACA tax credits
Alabama coalition takes aim at racial, economic disparities in maternal health
The “all politics” healthcare project in Hoover that’s rewriting state regulations
- Opinion
Opinion | When cruelty toward the dead reveals a deeper moral failure
Opinion | Could Alabama’s certificate of need process be in jeopardy?
Opinion | Building the next generation of Alabama’s construction workforce
Opinion | Do endorsements matter in statewide races?
Opinion | Doug Jones has brought excitement to the governor’s race, but can he win?
Congress
In a bipartisan effort, the bill would require a warning label on social media to warn users of mental health risks and provide resources.
Courts
Bowden, a former JAG officer and longtime Covington County judge, fills the vacancy created by Bill Lewis’s elevation to the state Supreme Court.
Congress
The latest House Republican budget would place more work requirements on SNAP and Medicaid, cut funding, and make states pay.
Congress
During a Senate hearing, Britt pressed HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on NIH reforms, youth mental health challenges, and sustained Head Start funding.
Congress
Britt showcased Redstone Arsenal's capabilities to Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, emphasizing its critical role in national security.
Congress
Britt urged Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to support I-65 expansion and the Mobile River Bridge construction during a Senate hearing.
National
Experts warn that Republicans' plan to slash food assistance could devastate Alabama's economy, increase hunger, and strain state resources.
Congress
Her bipartisan bill seeks to expand tax credits and support for families and businesses to address the national child care crisis.
Congress
Rep. Terri Sewell criticized the decision to cancel the award, which was intended to boost AI-driven biotechnology and create jobs in the city.
Congress
The proposed legislation aims to provide disabled veterans with broader access to adaptive equipment for safer and more independent transportation.