News Georgia governor candidate tied to Jackson Hospital bankruptcy fight Court filings and hospital bankruptcy records placed the Georgia hopeful at the center of separate legal and financial disputes in two states. StaffApril 28, 2026
Health Gov. Ivey signs bill allowing Alabama to join PA licensure compact HB156 allows Alabama to join the PA Licensure Compact, expanding workforce mobility and improving access to care statewide. Mary Claire WootenMarch 26, 2026
News Representatives question Ivermectin bill during health committee meeting Legislators discussed ivermectin resistance and the “increased risk of off-label and non evidence-based use” during a public hearing on Wednesday. Chance PhillipsJanuary 29, 2026
Congress Alabama’s GOP congressmen endorse “Reconciliation 2.0” package The $1.6 trillion framework includes measures to cut health care costs, repeal the estate tax, and expand restrictions on federal funding for abortion providers. Wesley WalterJanuary 14, 2026
Congress Sen. Britt discusses federal healthcare policy, criticisms of ICE Britt discussed ongoing healthcare negotiations and the Trump administration’s immigration policy during a recent panel. Chance PhillipsDecember 22, 2025
Health Alabama faith leaders urge Congress to extend ACA tax credits Eighty-seven congregational and community leaders organized through the Cover Alabama Coalition cited moral obligations and potential premium hikes. Wesley WalterDecember 10, 2025
Health The “all politics” healthcare project in Hoover that’s rewriting state regulations The man who wrote Alabama's certificate of need regulations is concerned that decisions made over a Hoover project could place the regs in jeopardy. Josh MoonDecember 3, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell hosts livestream on federal policy’s impacts on rural healthcare Sewell discussed threats to rural healthcare access during a livestream, highlighting federal policy's impacts and the need for investment. Wesley WalterOctober 31, 2025
Local news Montgomery council overrides veto, amends resolution to fund Jackson Hospital While the council overrode the veto, it also adjusted the resolution to honor some of Mayor Steven Reed's requests. Jacob HolmesOctober 24, 2025
Health Alabama hospitals to face millions in losses if ACA subsidies expire A new report found providers nationwide would face billions in lost revenues and uncompensated care spikes if Congress allows ACA subsidies to expire. Wesley WalterSeptember 26, 2025