Prisons State bond sale to fund prison construction finalized despite legal challenges The state's $509 million bond sale to fund the construction of two new men's prisons was finalized Tuesday morning, despite lawsuits. John H. GlennJuly 13, 2022
Legislature House to consider prison construction, justice reform bills on Wednesday The $1.2 billion prison construction and renovation plan will be debated on the House floor on Wednesday. Brandon MoseleySeptember 29, 2021
Congress Palmer, Tuberville and Moore oppose Democrats’ budget resolution bill The Democratic spending bill will cost $3.5 trillion. Brandon MoseleyAugust 12, 2021
National Rescue funds available for businesses in places long left behind, official says The Department of Commerce says it's looking to fund economic growth in communities that need it the most. Micah DanneyJuly 30, 2021
Congress Sewell announces $10 million in funding for Alabama small rural hospitals Forty hospitals in Alabama will be receiving funds under this provision. Brandon MoseleyJuly 16, 2021
Congress Sewell introduces legislation to create new wastewater grants for underserved communities Many communities in the Black Belt have severe wastewater issues. Brandon MoseleyJune 14, 2021
Governor Ivey meets with legislative leaders on prison situation June 1 had been the deadline to conclude contracts with private prison developers on building three new prisons. Brandon MoseleyJune 10, 2021
Governor Governor signs bill to increase capital where getting financing is difficult Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday signed legislation to get capital to small businesses in rural and impoverished areas of Alabama. Brandon MoseleyMay 25, 2021
Legislature House passes funding for businesses in rural, impoverished communities The legislation would create a fund where small businesses in rural or impoverished areas can find access to capital. Brandon MoseleyApril 21, 2021
Congress Sewell votes in favor of American Rescue Plan coronavirus relief bill Sewell said the plan will provide up to $475 million in direct funding for cities and counties in the 7th Congressional District. Brandon MoseleyMarch 1, 2021