Alabama’s COVID-19 health order to expire May 31
Gov. Kay Ivey's order was previously set to expire Wednesday. She's also extending the state of emergency until July 6.
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"Enhanced unemployment has given the American working class some temporary flexibility that could become permanent better pay and benefits."
Alabama’s COVID-19 vaccinations have dropped nearly in half
State health officials say younger people are not seeking out vaccines as much as older people.
Committee advances bill to give Legislature input over orders in future pandemics
The bill would reduce the powers of the state public health officer and give legislators some oversight.
Report: 38 percent of Alabama COVID deaths tied to insurance coverage gaps
A separate report shows Black Alabamians, women make up a disproportionate percentage of low wage workers without health insurance.
Second vaccine registry bill stalls in Senate committee
Some health care providers argue that requiring them to report vaccination records would amount to an excess burden.
Governor awards COVID-19 grant to city of Auburn
Auburn will use the funds to provide rental and utility assistance and food distribution.
April 29, 2021
Medical Association supports continued funding for maternal death investigations
The Medical Association joined legislators in calling for continued funding to investigate why mothers die from childbirth.
April 28, 2021
Alabama Department of Public Health recommends use of J&J vaccine
Federal regulators say using Johnson & Johnson could save as many as 1,400 lives over the next six months.
House committee passes the education budget
The $7.65 billion budget is the largest education budget in state history.