Congress Sens. Britt, Tuberville vote again to reject Iran war powers resolution The measure, which was blocked by a final vote of 53 to 47, would have forced Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from Iran. Alex Jobin16 hours ago
Congress Rep. Figures leads bipartisan effort to introduce NIL bill to establish national framework Figures led a bipartisan effort to introduce the Student Compensation and Opportunity through Rights and Endorsements Act, stabilizing NIL use. StaffJuly 11, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell renews push to improve access to prenatal care for military families Legislation was reintroduced to empower servicemembers and their spouses to choose a health care plan that meets their needs during pregnancy. StaffJuly 11, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt celebrates U.S. Senate passage of “Lulu’s Law” The bill would create a national shark attack warning system, inspired by Lulu Gribbin's advocacy after a life-altering attack. Alex JobinJuly 11, 2025
Courts Alabama law professor, legal panel talk SCOTUS term’s lasting impacts Legal experts, including an Alabama law professor, gathered to discuss the lasting impacts of the Supreme Court’s recent rulings on major cases. Wesley WalterJuly 10, 2025
Courts Alabama’s Volunteer Lawyers Programs fill gaps in civil justice Alabama’s Volunteer Lawyers Programs provide critical civil legal aid amid zero state funding, relying on volunteers, donations and local partnerships. Mary Claire WootenJuly 4, 2025
Congress House passes Trump-backed budget slashing aid, boosting wealthy, say critics Alabama leaders warn cuts to SNAP, Medicaid will devastate vulnerable families. Bill BrittJuly 4, 2025
Congress Senate passes reconciliation bill including child care reforms touted by Britt Senate bill slashes aid programs but includes Britt-backed child care tax reforms. Alex JobinJuly 3, 2025
Courts Judge denies request to halt law making smokable hemp products illegal It is now a felony to sell smokable hemp products in Alabama. Jacob HolmesJuly 1, 2025
Courts Alabama officials praise Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship injunctions Alabama leaders praised a Supreme Court decision limiting nationwide injunctions and allowing partial enforcement of Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order. Mary Claire WootenJuly 1, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell to host 14th Annual Job Fair in Tuscaloosa Sewell’s annual job fair is her largest constituent event of the year. This year, it will feature employers from at least 10 industries. StaffJuly 1, 2025