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Alabama Arise
Alabama Arise reviews wins and disappointments in 2026 session
Alabama Arise weighed policy victories and momentary setbacks from its legislative agenda during the 2026 Legislative Session.
Panel hosting state advocacy groups recaps major bills of 2026 Session
Advocates from across Alabama shared takeaways from the session, highlighting prison, energy and voting rights reforms alongside stronger public engagement with policymakers.
House passes bill aimed at discretion, fairness in parole revocation procedures
SB54 would give the state parole board authority to reconsider parole revocations for minor parole violations or new charges that are dismissed.
Should Alabama provide no-cost school breakfast? Alabama Arise says yes
Advocates gathered at the Alabama State Capitol to lobby for a $14 million appropriation to fund breakfast for every public school student.
GOP SNAP bill could cost Alabama millions, require 800 new staff, commissioner says
The Department of Human Resources commissioner told senators they were “going to be astounded at the cost” of SB61.
Alabama Arise launches Worker Power Campaign to advocate for labor rights statewide
Arise detailed goals to restore Alabama's union density and combat the vast wealth inequality between workers and corporate leadership.
ACA subsidy debate continues as Alabamians face rising insurance costs
More than 477,000 Alabamians are enrolled in ACA Healthcare Marketplace insurance plans, over 90 percent of whom receive subsidized coverage.
Alabama Arise hosts webinar series detailing impacts of Republican “Big Beautiful Bill”
The first session detailed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, threatening healthcare, food security, and rural hospitals for Alabama families.
Alabama Arise announces new policy priorities for 2026
After tallying votes, Arise announced it would focus on seven policy areas next year, including health equity and justice reform.