Alabama Sens. Britt and Tuberville decry Supreme Court ruling against Trump’s tariffs
“The Constitution is clear. The power to regulate trade lies with Congress,” Democratic Congresswoman Terri Sewell said on Friday.
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Southern Research secures $2 million for scientific expansion projects
The organization announced plans to upgrade research equipment across multiple scientific disciplines using federal funding secured by Senator Katie Britt to support biomedical innovation.
February 20, 2026
Alabama leaders remember civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.
State Democratic leaders on Tuesday mourned the civil rights giant who paved the way for generations of Black political leadership.
Democrats call for investigation into IRS taxpayer data leak
Democratic lawmakers demanded a federal investigation after the IRS shared confidential information belonging to 47,000 taxpayers with the Department of Homeland Security.
February 16, 2026
Mobile, Hoover pause internet sales tax challenge
Municipal leaders dropped their legal challenges to Alabama’s online sales tax system to negotiate a faster legislative fix during the current session.
February 12, 2026
Sen. Britt join colleagues in introducing the CLEAR LABELS Act
Bipartisan senators introduced legislation Tuesday requiring country-of-origin labels for prescription drugs to address transparency concerns within the global pharmaceutical supply chain.
February 11, 2026
Brookside accepts settlement, including $1.5 million compensation proposal
The Alabama town is agreeing to settle a class action lawsuit regarding its police generating revenue through fines and towing.
Commemorative coin for America’s 250th anniversary gets unanimous House support
The House unanimously passed bipartisan legislation Monday authorizing a special $2.50 coin to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
February 10, 2026
Sen. Britt demands answers from Meta on youth safety allegations
Five senators demanded clarification after court documents suggested Meta employees knew about potential harm and sex trafficking risks to young users.
Rep. Sewell Secures $9.5M in Direct Funding for Local Projects
Representative Terri Sewell secured more than $9.5 million in direct funding for 14 community-driven projects across Alabama's 7th Congressional District.
February 9, 2026