Congress Britt introduces bill to expand access to housing assistance for disabled veterans The new legislation aims to increase access to housing support for disabled veterans in Alabama and across the country. Alex Jobin3 days ago
Congress Sen. Katie Britt joins colleagues in leading resolution to block natural gas tax The resolution of disapproval aims to block implementation of the Biden Administration’s Natural Gas Tax. StaffDecember 20, 2024
Congress Sen. Katie Britt supports passage of defense spending bill The 2025 NDAA includes several provisions beneficial to the state of Alabama. StaffDecember 19, 2024
Congress Rep. Strong introduces the SPACEPORT Act legislation The act would provide eligible spaceports — such as the Huntsville International Spaceport — dedicated federal funding. StaffDecember 19, 2024
National AG Marshall argues against certifying the Equal Rights Amendment Attorneys general from Louisiana and South Dakota joined in urging Biden and the U.S. Archivist not to certify ERA. Mary Claire WootenDecember 17, 2024
Congress Rep. Dale Strong appointed to influential House Appropriations Committee The House Appropriations Committee holds significant authority over federal spending. Alex JobinDecember 16, 2024
President Biden clemency praised by LDF and SPLC, calls for broader justice reform Biden has commuted the sentences of nearly 1,500 individuals who were serving the remainder of their sentences in home confinement. StaffDecember 13, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell announces $1.5 million to support job training for Birmingham youth The new funding will be used to expand job training and educational services for Birmingham youth and prepare young workers. StaffDecember 13, 2024
Congress Sen. Britt addresses lack of oversight at CFPB and use of funding Britt voiced concerns with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, calling reform "an immediate priority for next congress" Mary Claire WootenDecember 12, 2024
Congress Tuberville praises Trump picks Kash Patel and Linda McMahon "The American people are scared to death of the FBI. They’ve been weaponized," Tuberville claimed. Alex JobinDecember 12, 2024
Congress House passes $895B defense bill, boosts pay and supports North Alabama The legislation, authorizing $895.2 billion in defense spending, emphasizes enhancing the quality of life for service members. StaffDecember 12, 2024