Legislature GOP SNAP bill could cost Alabama millions, require 800 new staff, commissioner says The Department of Human Resources commissioner told senators they were “going to be astounded at the cost” of SB61. Chance Phillips / January 22, 2026
Alabama distributes full SNAP benefits after shutdown disruption Alabama DHR restored full November SNAP benefits after shutdown-related cuts, assuring recipients' payments would arrive on regular schedules. Mary Claire Wooten / November 14, 2025
Lawmakers warned of rising Alabama SNAP costs at budget hearing Alabama lawmakers were warned that SNAP error rates and federal policy changes could cost the state over $200 million by 2028. Mary Claire Wooten / August 27, 2025
Supporters and opponents of child abuse procedure bill speak at public hearing HB340 states that DHR must notify families of rights and improve transparency, but faces opposition over inhibiting investigations. Mary Claire Wooten / March 20, 2025