National House Republicans block motion to increase direct payments to $2,000 Democrats pushed for larger checks all along. Most Republicans argued against it. Brandon MoseleyDecember 25, 2020
News Trumps wish a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all Americans "We are battling a global pandemic that has affected all of us. We have been inspired by the kindness and courage of citizens across... Brandon MoseleyDecember 25, 2020
News Sewell voted for bipartisan COVID relief, government funding package "This bill is far from perfect, but Alabamians cannot wait any longer for relief," the congresswoman said. Brandon MoseleyDecember 24, 2020
National National Grange praises Congress for broadband funding "Congress has recognized the plight of rural Americans and the digital divide that separates them from the rest of the country." Brandon MoseleyDecember 24, 2020
News Mobile Airport Authority praises funding package, COVID aid bill The bill sets aside about $45 billion in transportation aid, including $16 billion for airlines and $2 billion for airports. Brandon MoseleyDecember 23, 2020
National Trump wants larger direct payments in relief package The president called on Congress to increase payments from $600 to $2,000. Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she's on board. Brandon MoseleyDecember 23, 2020
Congress Shelby votes for package to fund the government, provide COVID relief The package contains a number of provisions impacting Alabama. Brandon MoseleyDecember 22, 2020
Congress Senate reaches deal on Federal Reserve lending, clearing path for $900 billion aid package This final roadblock allows Congress to pass a coronavirus relief deal and omnibus spending package. Brandon MoseleyDecember 21, 2020
National Congress reaches deal on COVID aid package All Americans, including children, will get a one-time $600 stimulus payment. Brandon MoseleyDecember 21, 2020
National FDA panel approves emergency use for Moderna’s COVID vaccine The full FDA and a CDC panel both still have to sign off on the panel’s recommendation. Brandon MoseleyDecember 18, 2020