Alabama delegation split over Affordable Care Act subsidy extension
State lawmakers endorsed competing plans to lower insurance costs, but failed to pass an extension for expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies this year.
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Alabama Board of Pharmacy weighs civil penalties schedule
The Board of Pharmacy debated a new civil penalty schedule, aiming to balance minor in-state violations with stronger enforcement against serious out-of-state misconduct.
Alabama receives $11.7M grant for mine reclamation, job creation
Two Hoover projects received more than $11.75 million in federal grants to revitalize former coal mine sites, driving economic growth and creating hundreds of jobs.
December 18, 2025
State audit flags compliance failures at the Agriculture and Industries Department
Audit found Alabama Agriculture Department failed to properly verify lawful presence and had no uniform bad check fees, repeating previously cited compliance problems.
Rep. Figures’ bill to extend National Estuary Program clears U.S. House
The ESTUARIES Act marked the freshman lawmaker's first legislation to pass the House, securing vital estuary protection funding through 2031.
State education committee takes aim at reducing classroom paperwork
The Alabama Teacher Streamlining Paperwork Act is expected to focus on eliminating redundant attendance and grade book requirements
Sen. Allen establishes Charlie Kirk Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Sen. Gerald Allen announced a new scholarship honoring Charlie Kirk at the University of Alabama.
December 16, 2025
ACHE approves $2.7 billion college budget requests, new programs
Commissioners approved a nearly 6 percent budget increase, allocated new funding for education programs, and signed off on 10 new university degrees.
Alabama Cannabis Coalition criticizes delays, limited licensing for medical cannabis
After four years of delays, the state commission finally granted dispensary licenses, but advocates called the limited number an "abysmal excuse for access."
Rep. Sewell celebrates unveiling of Space Command Headquarters sign in Huntsville
Delegation members gathered at Redstone Arsenal for the historic unveiling of the U.S. Space Command headquarters sign, solidifying Huntsville’s role as its rightful home.
December 15, 2025