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.

Mary Claire Wooten

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April 21, 2026

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.

Wesley Walter

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April 13, 2026

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.

Wesley Walter

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April 8, 2026

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.

Alex Jobin

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February 24, 2026

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.

Chance Phillips

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January 22, 2026

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.

Alex Jobin

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December 11, 2025

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.

Wesley Walter

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November 7, 2025

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.

Alex Jobin

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October 23, 2025

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.

Alex Jobin

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October 13, 2025