Ivey signs bill setting mandatory minimums for fentanyl trafficking
Ivey signed the bill just hours after it was approved by the Senate without any discussion or debate.
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Rep. Sewell, colleagues introduce bipartisan New Markets Tax Credit Extension Act
This legislation aims to spur investment and economic growth in rural and underserved communities.
April 7, 2023
Britt joins letter in support of Medicare Advantage program
Enrollment in the program has doubled over the past decade, serving nearly 50 percent of individuals eligible for Medicare.
Sewell, Buchanan introduce bipartisan legislation to protect access to home health
The COVID-19 pandemic put a spotlight on the importance of home health services, Sewell said.
August 1, 2022
Report: Alabama ranks low in women’s political involvement
According to the latest Census data, women make up 51.7 percent of the state's population of just over 5 million people.
Doug Jones calls for building “pro-democracy coalition”
Although Jones placed the events of Jan. 6 on the radical right, he called for voters to avoid electing extreme candidates on either side.
House Armed Services Committee amendment adds $25 billion to defense budget
The committee passed the NDAA with a Congressman Mike Rogers amendment that allows the topline of the budget to increase up to 3 percent for inflation.
Shelby encourages bipartisan work as spending measures advance
The package contains provisions affecting Alabama.
August 5, 2021
Consumer Energy Alliance applauds governor, Legislature for protecting affordable energy
Consumer Energy Alliance applauded Gov. Kay Ivey for signing HB446.
May 5, 2021
Roby: Congress needs deal to keep the government funded by Friday
“With only a few days left in the 2020 legislative calendar, we have much work to do here in Congress," Roby said.