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Congress

Sen. Britt secures critical funding increase to support at-risk children

The increase would raise the total funding for Child Advocacy Center programs from $41 million to $50 million.

July 20, 2023

Mobile pastors condemn public support and funding for LGBTQ+ Pride events

The pastors state that they oppose “sexually-focused activities” in public places “where children may be places in danger.”

July 3, 2023

Alabama faces critical staff shortages in community mental health care

Without mental health professionals and direct care staff, we can’t do our jobs. It’s as simple as that.

April 11, 2023

Healthcare access was missing from Gov. Ivey’s speech

Expanding healthcare access relies on a funding source. Alabama's only current option - gambling revenue - could soon be off the table.

March 8, 2023

Sewell announces $52 million in EPA funding for Alabama drinking water

This funding was made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

February 17, 2023

Innovate Alabama opens second round of grant funding to benefit local entrepreneurs

The program supports Alabama entrepreneurs and innovators, particularly underrepresented groups.

January 16, 2023

Sewell secures $42.8 million in direct funding for local projects

Sewell said this funding responds directly to some of the most pressing needs in her district.

December 26, 2022

Sewell to announce major historic preservation funding for Selma

Selma University, the Historic Brown Chapel AME Church and the Historic Tabernacle Baptist Church are among the recipients of this funding.

October 6, 2022

Sewell announces $1 million in funding for Tuscaloosa National Airport

Funding for this grant was made available by the American Rescue Plan.

September 22, 2022

New training program designed to strengthen state’s tourism workforce

Gov. Kay Ivey and the Alabama Tourism Department recently approved funding for the program.

September 16, 2022