"Big Beautiful Bill"

Faith leaders protest outside Sen. Britt’s office, demand Big Beautiful Bill reversal

Clergy and community leaders peacefully demonstrated, demanding an end to cuts to healthcare, food assistance and other social safety net programs.

Alex Jobin

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October 21, 2025

Government shutdown: Trump, GOP refuse to protect healthcare leading to shutdown

Democrats refused to allow 4 million Americans to lose health care coverage. Republicans refused to compromise on tax cuts for the wealthy.

Josh Moon

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October 1, 2025

Gov. Ivey prepares to administer Rural Health Transformation Program

Ivey announced her next steps for the Rural Health Transformation Program, aiming to strengthen rural healthcare across Alabama.

September 18, 2025

Healthcare coalition calls on Congress to defend “critical” insurance subsidies

An Alabama medical advocacy coalition raised the alarm regarding potential Affordable Care Act premium increases, citing concerns for nearly half a million Alabamians.

Wesley Walter

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September 17, 2025

PEEHIP board talks rising insurance costs, rural hospitals, drug tariffs

The PEEHIP board navigated discussions on rising medical and pharmaceutical costs, reviewing budget allocations and future projections.

Wesley Walter

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September 4, 2025

Advocates warn of SNAP, healthcare cuts in budget bill

Advocacy groups warned a federal budget bill would cause chaos in Alabama, with potential cuts to food assistance and healthcare, impacting nearly 800,000 residents.

Jacob Holmes

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June 27, 2025

Alabama Arise slams budget bill’s cuts to SNAP and Medicaid

The statewide anti‐poverty group warns the House’s “Big Beautiful” omnibus budget will shift $300 million in SNAP costs to Alabama and slash Medicaid funding.

Alex Jobin

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May 26, 2025