Legislature Ivey’s budget request includes $400 rebates, preparing for down times The $400 rebates are expected to go out to every person who filed for income tax returns in 2021 within 90 days of passage. Jacob HolmesMarch 22, 2023
Legislature Legislature approves $1.06 billion pandemic relief spending The House concurred 96-0 with the Senate's amended legislation. Final approval now rests with Gov. Kay Ivey. John H. GlennMarch 16, 2023
Legislature Alabama House passes $1 billion ARPA spending bill A couple of Democratic members voiced concerns about the bill Tuesday, but only three Republicans ultimately voted against it. Jacob HolmesMarch 15, 2023
Legislature House committee approves ARPA spending plan Only Republican Rep. Arnold Mooney voted against the bill, citing concerns about the way the distribution has been handled. Jacob HolmesMarch 10, 2023
Legislature Ivey proposes increased state budgets, but financial leaders warn legislators of cliff Ivey is proposing a 6.5 percent increase in the Education Trust Fund budget and an 8.4 percent increase in the General Fund. Jacob HolmesMarch 8, 2023
Health Mental health system faces crises of workforce shortage, uncompensated care Alabama has struggled for years with access to care. Jacob HolmesMarch 2, 2023
Legislature Department of Corrections struggling to comply with court order to increase staffing Commissioner John Hamm told lawmakers he's open to suggestions and that he didn't know how to meet the court order. Jacob HolmesFebruary 23, 2023
Governor Ivey announces start of grants to offset lost pistol permit fees The grants seek to fill the revenue gap from the Legislature's decision to eliminate the requirement for concealed carry permits. Jacob HolmesFebruary 7, 2023
Local news Mayor Woodfin’s budget surplus invests in neighborhoods, personnel and facilities An $81 million budget surplus will support neighborhoods, libraries, parks and recreation centers. StaffFebruary 1, 2023
Congress Rep. Carl chosen to serve on three appropriations subcommittees Carl said he is thrilled to serve on the "critical subcommittees" and "ensure our tax dollars are spent wisely." Jacob HolmesJanuary 30, 2023