ARPA

Infrastructure

Hundreds of systems apply for $225 million to repair, upgrade water, sewer infrastructure

Nearly 400 public water and sewer systems across the state of Alabama have applied for grants to repair and upgrade their systems.

March 30, 2022

Governor Ivey awards additional $80 million to hospitals, nursing homes

This will support two grant programs of up to $40 million each.

March 10, 2022

Need for broadband expansion remains as state leaders address issue

The goal of making sure every Alabamian has access to vital broadband technology is drawing closer to becoming reality.

February 24, 2022

Ainsworth announces Alabama small business commission legislative package

The package includes tax cuts, tax exemptions, paperwork reductions, and other adjustments that benefit both small business employers and employees.

February 4, 2022

Democrats condemn Sen. Sam Givhan for being sole vote against COVID relief appropriations

Democrat Korey Wilson is challenging Givhan in the Alabama Senate in the upcoming elections scheduled for later this year.

February 1, 2022

State Sen. Dan Roberts leads effort to block $87.7 million tax hike on Alabama families

Families will pay an extra $87.7 million in state taxes unless the Legislature passes legislation to guarantee they will not be penalized for benefitting from COVID-19 relief.

February 1, 2022

County broadband projects contingent on Alabama Legislature, voters

A provision in the Alabama constitution prevents counties from investing in broadband projects.

January 20, 2022

Remaining ARPA funds go to broadband, health care, sewage, water treatment

The special session on ARPA fund appropriation will begin Wednesday, with members to meet in a joint conference at 1 p.m.

January 19, 2022

Gov. Ivey’s proposed budget emphasizes debt retirement, funding reserves

The budget also includes 4 percent raises for teachers and state employees.

January 13, 2022

Governor, Statehouse leadership discussing special session to allocate remaining American Rescue Plan funds

This possible special session could be called as early as the first month of the regular legislative session, the source said, which is scheduled to begin Tuesday.

January 10, 2022