Congress Sen. Britt to chair Banking Subcommittee on Housing, Transportation, Community Development The subcommittee has primary jurisdiction over issues related to affordable and accessible housing, mortgage servicing, transit, and urban development. Staff2 days ago
Courts Supreme Court upholds Obamacare, rules against Alabama AG Marshall The failed attempt to dismantle the Affordable Care Act is the third brought before the U.S. Supreme Court. Eddie BurkhalterJune 18, 2021
State Gov. Kay Ivey: State offices closed June 18 in honor of Juneteenth President Joe Biden on Thursday signed a bill making June 19 a federal holiday in honor of Juneteenth. Eddie BurkhalterJune 18, 2021
Congress Tuberville introduces Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act When the federal government settles a lawsuit, funds will go only to the victims, the injured parties in the dispute, or the Treasury —... Brandon MoseleyJune 18, 2021
National Appeals Court: States may have exceeded authority by limiting worship during pandemic Further, the court left open the possibility of damages for past constitutional violations. Brandon MoseleyJune 18, 2021
State Business Council of Alabama announces three internal promotions The Business Council of Alabama has announced three internal promotions. StaffJune 18, 2021
Governor Governor awards $2.9 million for Weatherization projects in Alabama The program assists eligible recipients through projects that make their homes cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. StaffJune 18, 2021
Governor Alabama ABLE savings account holders receive tax deduction Gov. Kay Ivey signed Alabama Act 2021-514 to establish this incentive to aid the disability community in their savings journey. StaffJune 18, 2021
State Juneteenth Day and Alabama’s support of the Confederacy in conflict, historian says Professor Derryn Moten says Gov. Kay Ivey's proclamation on Juneteenth Day raises questions. Eddie BurkhalterJune 17, 2021
Congress Sewell votes to make Juneteenth a federal holiday The bill will now go to President Joe Biden’s desk to be signed into law. Brandon MoseleyJune 17, 2021
Health Study ranks Alabama 6th hardest state to be a working dad Assessed in 23 lifestyle indicators, the state scored especially low in male life expectancy and daycare quality. Micah DanneyJune 17, 2021