News AMCC cuts fees, discusses ongoing arbitration during monthly meeting The AMCC agreed to reduce licensee fees by 25 percent as members fretted about license applicants’ finances. Chance PhillipsDecember 13, 2024
Party politics Alabama Democratic Party chairman: “Party’s in the best shape it’s been in years” Pushing back on comments from Doug Jones, state Dem chair Randy Kelley said the party's in great shape. Josh MoonDecember 13, 2024
State Opiod settlement oversight commission reallocates funds for treatment programs The commission reallocated opioid settlement funds for treatment programs, expanding services and improving access to care. Mary Claire WootenDecember 13, 2024
Environment Drought assessment committee discusses end of year climate data Each area of the state was reported as abnormally dry, while north and southwest Alabama faced severe or extreme drought. Wesley WalterDecember 13, 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
Governor Governor appoints 26 to key state and local positions The appointments include a mix of new appointees and reappointments to ensure continuity and innovation. StaffDecember 13, 2024
Legislature Alabama counties set 2025 legislative priorities at ACCA Conference During the conference, Alabama counties pledged to advocate for key legislative changes. StaffDecember 13, 2024
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey, 25 GOP leaders back Trump’s immigration policies The governors pledged their full support for Trump’s plans to deport individuals they described as threats to public safety and national security. StaffDecember 12, 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