American Rescue Plan Act

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Governor calls special session to address appropriating ARPA funds

The Alabama Legislature will convene for this special session Wednesday, Jan. 19.

January 18, 2022

Organizations challenge use of COVID relief funds to build prisons

“Building more prisons is a gross misuse of funds that were sent to help the people of Alabama, not punish them,” said JaTaune Bosby.

December 21, 2021

Access to affordable, quality health care is imperative

One of the most critical issues for Alabama families that that has been exposed by the coronavirus pandemic is the need to access affordable, quality health care and coverage.

November 18, 2021

State wins suit against the U.S. Department of Treasury

The suit was over a provision of the American Rescue Plan Act.

November 16, 2021

Alabama vets ask Gov. Kay Ivey to expand Medicaid

Doing so would provide access to affordable healthcare to approximately 5,000 veterans and 8,000 family members, the letter reads.

November 12, 2021

Ivey includes $80 million in federal aid to hospitals, nursing homes in special session

Gov. Kay Ivey has included a call for the Legislature to consider allocating $80 million in federal COVID aid to state hospitals and nursing homes.

October 26, 2021

Groups ask Ivey to spend $4 billion in pandemic aid on those most in need

Groups say money should go to expand Medicaid, improve housing, education and access to broadband.

July 9, 2021

South Alabama Economic Roundtable to hold forums on the Rescue Plan funding

The roundtable will hold two virtual forums and at least three in-person community forums on the region’s American Rescue Plan Act funding.

July 7, 2021