Lawmakers pass $9.3 billion education budget
The budget includes a pay raise for teachers as well as an increased starting salary to make the state more competitive in recruiting educators.
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Rep. Sewell to announce major funding to combat school violence
Sewell will announce a $1 million Department of Justice grant that she helped secure for the Birmingham Board of Education.
January 23, 2024
Innovate Alabama opens applications for fourth round grant funding
The application for the fourth round of funding will close at 5 p.m. on Feb. 16, 2024.
January 17, 2024
Amidst book challenges, Gadsden Public Library could lose minor funding source
The Etowah County GOP's Amy Minton is driving challenges and opposing library funding over "inappropriate materials" in books for minors.
Southern Research receives $3M boost for biotech jobs, innovation in Alabama
This funding is aimed at launching a biotech initiative to not only attract but also bolster existing startups in Alabama.
November 9, 2023
Sewell to announce major funding for Birmingham, Montgomery
This funding is part of the $42.8 million for local projects in Alabama’s 7th Congressional District.
October 30, 2023
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Alabama secures $304 million in earmarks; Britt responsible for majority of haul
Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, helped secure over $232 million in funding for Alabama initiatives by herself.
Britt secures $645 million for Alabama defense priorities
The $645 million in funding directly supports the defense communities in every corner of the state.
August 4, 2023