Infrastructure Sen. Britt leads Alabama delegation, urges Army Corps to address lock failures Alabama’s Congressional members noted that lock failures this year have disrupted business operations. Staff2 days ago
Infrastructure Opinion | Federal permitting reform needed to spur economic growth in Alabama Overbearing government regulations are holding back Alabama businesses and economic development efforts throughout the state. Rep. Kerry UnderwoodJune 26, 2023
Courts Bridges battle continues: Fate of ALDOT’s constitutional authority hangs in the balance The lawsuit surrounds the state's effort to build a free-access bridge to connect Alabama's beach cities. Bill BrittJune 5, 2023
Infrastructure ADECA hosts community broadband meetings in all 67 counties The conclusion of these broadband meetings will result in county-specific profiles for each. StaffMay 19, 2023
Infrastructure Montgomery judge blocks new state bridge, but appeal looms ALDOT will likely ask the ALSC to stay the injunction to allow crews to resume construction. Bill BrittMay 18, 2023
Infrastructure Sewell asks Railroad Administration to address recent train blockages, safety concerns Sewell emphasized the need for railroad companies to be held accountable. StaffApril 18, 2023
Infrastructure ADECA hosts community broadband meetings in over half of Alabama’s counties These meetings bring community leaders to the table and provide state-level assistance to support local efforts to expand broadband infrastructure. StaffApril 4, 2023
Infrastructure Sewell: $6.4 million from Infrastructure Law will go to improve Birmingham-Shuttlesworth This project rehabilitates 15,540 square yards of the existing overflow apron pavement and 5,200 feet of taxiways. StaffMarch 22, 2023
Infrastructure Sewell announces $1.4 million to improve transportation efficiency, safety The money is from a SMART Grant funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. StaffMarch 16, 2023
Infrastructure Governor awards $24.7 million in grants for broadband The nine grants, totaling $24.72 million, were awarded to broadband providers across the state to support projects in unserved or underserved areas. StaffMarch 6, 2023
Infrastructure Sewell announces $18.4 million to expand broadband at Alabama HBCUs The $18.4 million in funding will expand access to high-speed internet at HBCUs and Minority Serving Institutions in Alabama. StaffMarch 1, 2023