Katie Britt releases memo on “reducing the size, scope and reach” of government
Britt's policy position includes support for a constitutional amendment to mandate the federal government balances its budget every year.
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Alabama man with arsenal of weapons at U.S. Capitol sentenced to nearly four years
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Alabama Senate passes bill to nix state auditor position
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Uninsured Alabamians may soon have to pay for COVID tests, treatments
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Alabama Forestry Association endorses five state House incumbents
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Sen. Richard Shelby mulls 2023 defense health program budget
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