House passes Trump-backed budget slashing aid, boosting wealthy, say critics
Alabama leaders warn cuts to SNAP, Medicaid will devastate vulnerable families.
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Senate passes reconciliation bill including child care reforms touted by Britt
Senate bill slashes aid programs but includes Britt-backed child care tax reforms.
Judge denies request to halt law making smokable hemp products illegal
It is now a felony to sell smokable hemp products in Alabama.
Alabama officials praise Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship injunctions
Alabama leaders praised a Supreme Court decision limiting nationwide injunctions and allowing partial enforcement of Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order.
Rep. Sewell to host 14th Annual Job Fair in Tuscaloosa
Sewell’s annual job fair is her largest constituent event of the year. This year, it will feature employers from at least 10 industries.
July 1, 2025
Muslim civil rights org condemns Tuberville for “anti-Islam” comments
Tuberville's controversial remarks—amid rising anti-Muslim incidents—stirred strong condemnation from a leading Muslim civil rights group.
Sen. Britt introduces golden dome legislation
The legislation would develop a modernized, layered homeland missile defense system, authorizing over $23 billion for this initiative.
June 27, 2025
Rep. Sewell marks 12 years since Supreme Court gutted Voting Rights Act
"The Shelby decision opened the door to a full-scale attack on the right to vote that continues today," Sewell said.
June 26, 2025
House Democrats reintroduce abortion rights bill on Dobbs anniversary
House Democrats reintroduce abortion rights bill to restore access as Alabama continues enforcing strict post-Dobbs reproductive health bans.
Rep. Sewell cosponsors resolution to cease U.S. hostilities with Iran
Sewell joined colleagues to reassert congressional authority following the Trump administration's unilateral military action in Iran.
June 25, 2025