Alabama Arise

Taxes

Alabama Arise calls for significant reforms to state’s tax system

In the third edition of The Alabama Tax and Budget Handbook, Alabama Arise outlines proposals meant to make taxes less regressive.

June 10, 2026

New income guidelines to allow more Alabamians to qualify for WIC

The updated thresholds expand access to nutrition benefits, breastfeeding support and health education for pregnant women, new parents and young children.

June 3, 2026

CD1 hopeful Clyde Jones talks redistricting, affordability, ethics reform

The Army veteran's bid has focused on affordability issues and ethics reforms, in the face of disruptions due to Alabama's ongoing redistricting fight.

June 2, 2026

Experts warn of uncertain future as SNAP cuts begin to take effect: “there is no backup plan”

With 50,000 Alabamians already off SNAP, food banks reported rising demand as advocates warned the state faced deeper cuts and no safety net.

May 14, 2026

Alabama Arise slams GOP-led redistricting effort following Special Legislative Session

The group said lawmakers revived maps once ruled discriminatory, risking Black voting power and sowing confusion just days before Alabama’s primary.

May 12, 2026

Committee OKs state Senate special primary bill, drawing public’s opposition

Lawmakers advanced the measure following a tense public hearing where attendees pinned the measure as an attempt to disenfranchise Black voters.

May 8, 2026

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Arise celebrates 60-day grocery tax holiday, calls for permanent repeal

The group said the temporary tax break eased pressure on families and renewed its push for a lasting change without hurting school funding.

May 4, 2026

Voting rights advocates rally against Alabama redistricting special session

Advocates warn Alabama’s rushed redistricting effort threatens fair representation, voting rights and public trust ahead of primary elections.

May 4, 2026

Alabama labor groups host Workers’ Week of Action kickoff

Advocates outlined campaigns for workplace safety and union organization as events statewide seek to build momentum around Workers’ Memorial Day and May Day.

April 28, 2026

Alabama Arise and partners announce Alabama Workers’ Week of Action

The five-day series is set to blend remembrance and organizing, with events across Alabama spotlighting labor history, worker power and economic justice.

April 27, 2026