Congress Aderholt discusses key takeaways from FY 2025 appropriations bill Aderholt outlines the FY 2025 Labor, Health and Human Services and Education budget and emphasizes accountability in managing the $185 billion. Mary Claire Wooten5 hours ago
Congress Sen. Britt commends Rep. Palmer for introducing House companion to Lulu’s Law The legislation would codify shark attacks as events for which wireless emergency alerts may be transmitted. StaffAugust 20, 2024
Congress Rep. Rogers joins ABC Alabama’s 2024 Congressional Hard Hat Tour in Oxford During the tour, Rogers engaged with industry leaders and frontline construction workers. StaffAugust 19, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell tours new UAB Medical West Hospital in Bessemer The construction was made possible in part by a $360 million USDA loan, which Sewell helped secure. StaffAugust 19, 2024
Congress Tuberville criticizes Biden for VA budget shortfall, Republicans also share blame If Republicans continue to halt the immediate $3 billion in additional spending, then veterans' benefit payments will be delayed. Alex JobinAugust 13, 2024
Congress Sens. Britt, Kaine push for bipartisan solutions to child care crisis To address child care affordability challenges, Britt and Kaine are introducing a two-pronged legislative approach. StaffAugust 13, 2024
Congress Sen. Britt advances $73.4 million for NIH IMPROVE Initiative This program supports research to reduce preventable causes of maternal deaths and improve health care for women. StaffAugust 9, 2024
Congress Sen. Katie Britt, Tim Kaine’s child care package receives outpouring of support The proposals aim to make child care more accessible by strengthening existing tax credits and building the supply of child care providers. StaffAugust 8, 2024
Congress Alabama’s GOP senators push stricter NCAA policies for trans athletes Alabama senators signed a letter demanding the NCAA adopt stricter policies for transgender women in sports to mirror similar organizations. Mary Claire WootenAugust 7, 2024
Congress State to pay $3M in plaintiffs’ attorney fees in Congressional redistricting suit The expense is added to an already hefty bill for the suit, with the state paying outside counsel to assist. Jacob HolmesAugust 6, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell to host virtual discussion on Voting Rights Act anniversary The virtual discussion will focus on the power of the vote and the importance of organizing and engagement. StaffAugust 6, 2024