Alabama lawmakers should cut unfair credit card fees for small businesses
Running a small business isn’t easy, thanks in part to ever-increasing “swipe fees” that are imposed by credit card giants.
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Justice at a cost: Panel explores burden of Alabama’s fines and fees
Alabama’s reliance on fees and fines in the justice system creates a vicious cycle for those with the inability to pay, experts said.
Legislators and advocates look to address Alabama’s public transit woes
Sen. Linda Coleman-Madison's bill looks to institute an additional $5 license tax and registration fee on motor vehicles to raise funds for the Alabama Public Transportation Trust Fund.
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See recent postsCredit Card Competition Act can help alleviate costs for Alabamians
The bill could help lower the cost of everyday goods by decreasing the fees charged every time a credit card is used.
Birmingham aims to reduce harmful effects of municipal fines, fees
Birmingham joins eight other cities as part of the Cities Addressing Fines and Fees Equitably initiative.
February 10, 2023
Ivey announces start of grants to offset lost pistol permit fees
The grants seek to fill the revenue gap from the Legislature's decision to eliminate the requirement for concealed carry permits.
Law clears driver’s license fees for homeless youth
The aim of the law is to give homeless youth access to vital documents they need to engage in programs and employment.
Leadership in child care scholarships now available year-round
A full-tuition scholarship that grants current childcare professionals the opportunity to obtain certifications and degrees to best care for Alabama’s children is now available year-round. The Leadership in Child Care Scholarship, which covers students’ tuition and a number of fees required to pursue child development credentials is now available in the fall, spring, and summer … Continued
February 25, 2020
PACT board of directors approves 7 percent raise for tuition and fees
Alabama State Treasurer and PACT Board Chairman John McMillan announced that directors of the Alabama PACT Program approved a 7 percent increase to the current rate paid by the PACT Program for tuition and fees. This increase is effective fall semester 2019. “We are able to protect and enhance account holder’s investments thanks to the … Continued
May 9, 2019
More than $100,000 campaign finance penalties collected during 2018 election season
More than $100,000 in campaign finance fines and fees have been collected during the 2018 campaign season in Alabama. The Alabama Secretary of State’s Office said Friday that $197,657.84 in Fair Campaign Practices Act penalties have been issued, and $102,249.05 of those fees have been paid by political action committees and principal campaign committees. The Secretary … Continued