Alabama is ready to build back better
"We now have the weapons to defeat the coronavirus and succeed in our public health and economic recovery."
American Rescue Plan
State Rep. Jeremy Gray selected to join NewDEAL National Network
The NewDEAL group is a selective national network of progressive state and local elected officials.
Houses passes bill to expand broadband access in the state
The legislation would set up a plan for broadband expansion in the state of Alabama.
Sewell continues American Rescue Plan district tour
Sewell continues her district-wide tour Tuesday touting the benefits of the American Rescue Plan.
Birmingham revives Good Friday, Memorial Day as paid city holidays
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin recommended Monday that both paid holidays be reinstated.
Sewell meets with county officials to discuss American Rescue Plan
Sewell continued her American Rescue Plan tour with stops in Lowndes and Dallas counties.
ADOL begins processing additional $300 weekly benefits
ADOL will begin processing American Rescue Plan extensions, including the additional $300 weekly payment.
March 19, 2021
Alabama Republican congressmen vote against COVID-19 relief bill
Republican members of Alabama’s congressional delegation all opposed the Democrats' COVID bill.
Carl votes against Democrats’ $1.9 trillion budget framework
Biden has said that disappointing January job numbers justify the massive coronavirus aid package.