budget

Legislature

Alabama House passes $3.7 billion General Fund Budget

The $3.7 billion spending plan featured a 2 percent pay raise for state employees and level-funding for most core operations.

April 2, 2026

Alabama 2026 Legislative Report: Week Four

Lawmakers moved major bills, advanced budgets and set the stage for consequential floor debates as the 2026 session progressed.

February 9, 2026

Cover Alabama urges Congress to extend ACA tax credits as part of budget negotiations

A nonpartisan alliance of groups urged Congress to extend Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits, critical for 400,000 Alabamians' coverage.

September 30, 2025

Rep. Sewell votes against “partisan” Republican spending bill

Sewell opposed the Republican spending bill, criticizing its impact on healthcare, veterans' benefits and education.

September 22, 2025

Sen. Britt advances funding for Alabama’s military bases

Britt secured nearly $119.4 million for improvements and investments in Alabama’s military bases, advancing national defense infrastructure.

July 22, 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.

May 26, 2025

Protecting the foundations of Alabama’s economy in reconciliation talks

Federal programs supporting agriculture, forestry, and rural development are not handouts. They are targeted investments that strengthen local economies.

May 21, 2025

Republican SNAP cuts threaten Alabama’s economy and food security

Experts warn that Republicans' plan to slash food assistance could devastate Alabama's economy, increase hunger, and strain state resources.

May 19, 2025

House committee approves General Fund budget package

The budget will now move to the House floor to be considered for passage to the Senate.

April 2, 2025

Rep. Sewell votes against Trump-Johnson spending bill

"House Republicans’ partisan spending bill deprives Alabama’s 7th Congressional District of $14.1 million," Sewell said.

March 12, 2025