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A survey finds caregivers overwhelmingly credit Medicare Advantage with easing burdens, saving time and money.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Jay Mitchell leads attorney general race in October fundraising
Trump endorses members of Alabama’s congressional delegation
McCarron campaign hires top consulting firm, lists treasurer with a troubling record
Sen. Britt delivers remarks at Tuskegee’s homecoming convocation
Manufacture Alabama endorses Ledbetter, Gudger for reelection
- Governor
Gov. Ivey directs $2 million to food banks in response to SNAP crisis
Gov. Ivey awards $4.7 million to support research and development projects
Gov. Ivey announces 29 new board, commission appointments
Gov. Ivey awards over $9 million for enforcement efforts to increase highway safety
Gov. Ivey will not call special session to redraw district maps found to violate the VRA
- Legislature
Rep. Lomax Selected For Council Of State Governments Award
Lawmakers, advocates discuss push to cut prostate cancer screening barriers
Alabama Arise announces new policy priorities for 2026
Lawmaker says group threatened to burn his home, land over dog deer hunting
New bill seeks to add Alabama rotisserie chicken to SNAP eligibility
- Economy
Gov. Ivey awards top employers of disabled Alabamians
Alabama home sales steady despite economic shifts, mortgage rates drop
Secretary of State Wes Allen releases tutorial to help Alabama small business owners
NFIB: Small business optimism declines in September
National publication ranks Alabama as a top state for doing business
- National
Rep. Aderholt introduces bipartisan National Adoption Month resolution
Trump admin to partially fund SNAP benefits following court orders
Figures files bill to keep infrastructure projects going during shutdowns
State pleads with court to allow AHSAA lawsuit to move forward
Rep. Sewell praises court orders blocking Trump admin’s SNAP cuts
- Education
ASU lands largest ever donation from philanthropist Mackenzie Scott
ALGOP chair, Alabama Education Association affirm support for homeschool freedom
Alabama A&M reaches record enrollment for third consecutive year
Troy University to cover tuition assistance for military students affected by shutdown
Magic City Academy receives five-year contract renewal
- Health
Survey: Caregivers say Medicare Advantage eases burdens and cuts costs
Medical Association, BCBS announce enhancements to “prior authorization” process
Rep. Sewell releases statement on start of ACA Open Enrollment
Lawmakers, advocates discuss push to cut prostate cancer screening barriers
Alabama sees poor ranking on state Medicare scorecard
- Opinion
Health
A new report revealed Alabama made significant progress, expanding patient access by attracting qualified out-of-state physicians through streamlined licensing.
Health
This bill, entitled the Alabama Conscientious Right to Refuse Act, cited "reasons of conscience, including religious convictions" as legally protected justifications.
Health
Senate Bill 1, reintroduced by Sen. April Weaver, would upend the House Bill 445's framework and restrict sales to licensed pharmacies.
Health
A new policy brief detailed long-standing healthcare disparities facing Alabama's Black Belt region, warning of exacerbation by potential Medicaid cuts.
Health
The groundbreaking organization will address the most constant barrier to reliable care for patients: cost.
Environment
New data shows 6.5 million more Americans had drinking water contaminated by toxic “forever chemicals."
Health
The action ensured physicians could begin residency training, helping alleviate shortages, especially in rural Alabama.
Health
A new report detailed how Republican budget proposals could cost non-expansion states billions, risking coverage for millions and jeopardizing health sector jobs.
Health
Alabama's State Health Planning and Development Agency heard proposals to strengthen mental health, geriatric, and physical rehabilitation services across the state.
Health
Experts warned that proposed Medicaid cuts would leave millions without coverage, with even greater cuts now threatening Alabama hospitals.