Congress

Sen. Britt questions Linda McMahon on HBCUs, charter schools, literacy rates

Sen. Katie Britt grilled Education Secretary Linda McMahon on expanding opportunities at HBCUs, boosting charter schools, and improving literacy rates.

June 5, 2025

Sen. Britt joins bipartisan bill to modernize investor disclosure

Britt joined colleagues to introduce a bipartisan bill to modernize investor communications and embrace digital delivery.

June 4, 2025

Sen. Britt emphasizes child care issues in hearing with labor secretary

During a Senate hearing, Britt pressed the labor secretary on child care reform, highlighting its impact on workforce participation and economic growth.

May 30, 2025

Sen. Britt reviews Birmingham Northern Beltline progress, economic impact

Britt said the Beltline will play a crucial role in driving economic growth and enhancing public safety.

May 29, 2025

Sen. Britt sponsors bill to boost American-made cotton

Britt and colleagues introduced a bill to boost American-made cotton, incentivizing consumption and supporting growers across the Cotton Belt.

May 29, 2025

Sen. Britt applauds Alabamians appointed to USDA positions

Britt applauded Alabamians Twinkle Cavanaugh and Monica Carroll for their key USDA appointments.

May 28, 2025

Medicaid, Medicare in Alabama would face cuts under Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill”

Nonpartisan health policy institution KFF estimated 170,000 Alabamians will become uninsured if the "Big Beautiful Bill" is signed into law.

May 26, 2025

Alabama Arise slams budget bill’s cuts to SNAP and Medicaid

The statewide anti‐poverty group warns the House’s “Big Beautiful” omnibus budget will shift $300 million in SNAP costs to Alabama and slash Medicaid funding.

May 26, 2025

Alabama’s Democratic delegation responds to Trump’s tax bill passing House

Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" would cut safety net programs in Alabama for thousands.

May 23, 2025

Sen. Britt calls for streamlined federal permit process, EPA regulation cutbacks

The bill would require federal agencies to post permit application statuses, timelines, and contact details online to reduce bureaucracy and improve transparency.

May 23, 2025