Alabama SNAP faces impending federal cuts, possible restrictions on purchases
Senator Arthur Orr said legislators “will need to find the money” as the federal government reduces funding for SNAP administrative costs.
DHR
Rep. Kenneth Paschal files due process bill for DHR investigations
Under the provisions of House Bill 340, DHR will be required to notify parents, guardians, or custodians in writing if they are under investigation.
February 27, 2025
Justice Department finds Alabama illegally segregates children with physical disabilities
The DOJ found that the state must make community-based services accessible so that physically disabled children can avoid being segregated in nursing facilities.
Alabama DHR announces final round of child care stability grants
Starting Monday, July 15, DHR will be accepting applications for Child Care Stability grants.
July 11, 2024
Alabama DHR announces new round of child care bonuses
Licensed child care providers may apply for the grants that pay for a bonus of $3,000 for full-time employees.
Governor announces another strong year for Alabama adoptions
The Alabama Department of Human Resources finalized 741 foster care adoptions in Fiscal Year 2023.
November 20, 2023
Alabama DHR reopens applications for final round of child care bonuses
Licensed child care providers may apply for the grants that pay for quarterly bonuses of $3,000.
August 24, 2023
Alabama DHR seeking foster homes for elderly, disabled adults
Many adults are placed somewhere other than their own homes because of a high risk for abuse, neglect and exploitation.
Alabama DHR announces 7th round of child care bonuses
DHR has awarded 8,430 grants to providers since the initiative was announced in November 2021.
June 16, 2023
Child care providers encouraged to apply for DHR grants
Qualified applicants will receive $2,000 for each daytime child care slot, double the original grant amount.