Congress “Big Beautiful Bill” would threaten local economies, increase inequality APR spoke with three experts about the likely effects of Congressional Republicans’ current proposal for the federal budget. Chance PhillipsJune 20, 2025
Congress Reconciliation bill threatens rural health care in the state Alabama could lose billions with cuts to Medicaid, straining rural hospitals and reducing care access for vulnerable residents. Mary Claire WootenJune 5, 2025
News PARCA: Jefferson County overdose deaths dropped in 2024 Alabama's largest county saw a decrease in overdose deaths when utilizing targeted risk reduction strategies. Mary Claire WootenMay 20, 2025
State PARCA report highlights inequities in Alabama’s tax system Thomas Spencer of PARCA highlights Alabama's inequitable tax system with a reliance on regressive sales taxes Mary Claire WootenApril 8, 2025
Local news Birmingham, Jefferson County launch data-driven violence reduction initiative The Birmingham-Jefferson County Justice Governance Partnership aims to reduce violence through evidence-based strategies. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 30, 2025
State PARCA: Alabama tax collections per capita remain among lowest in the nation Alabama ranks near the bottom in per capita tax collections, relying on high sales taxes and low property taxes. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 28, 2025
News PARCA: Population growth despite lower trends in natural change Alabama's population grew by 40,000, driven by migration and international immigration, but faces challenges with aging and low birth rates. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 10, 2025
State PARCA: Alabama’s lack of tax incentives, its effect on economic growth Alabama lacks tax incentives for start-ups, missing opportunities to attract investment, encourage growth and compete with other states. Mary Claire WootenDecember 10, 2024
Economy PARCA: Tax revenues continue to rise, leveling out post-pandemic Alabama’s tax revenue levels post-pandemic. As federal funds decline, state spending on effective programs is essential. Mary Claire WootenNovember 22, 2024
Elections How Amendment 1 could boost funds for Franklin County schools Alabamians will vote on an amendment that would allow Franklin County School Board to manage school lands and retain all revenue. Mary Claire WootenNovember 1, 2024