Gov. Ivey signs bill allowing Alabama to join PA licensure compact
HB156 allows Alabama to join the PA Licensure Compact, expanding workforce mobility and improving access to care statewide.
healthcare
Representatives question Ivermectin bill during health committee meeting
Legislators discussed ivermectin resistance and the “increased risk of off-label and non evidence-based use” during a public hearing on Wednesday.
Alabama’s GOP congressmen endorse “Reconciliation 2.0” package
The $1.6 trillion framework includes measures to cut health care costs, repeal the estate tax, and expand restrictions on federal funding for abortion providers.
Sen. Britt discusses federal healthcare policy, criticisms of ICE
Britt discussed ongoing healthcare negotiations and the Trump administration’s immigration policy during a recent panel.
Alabama faith leaders urge Congress to extend ACA tax credits
Eighty-seven congregational and community leaders organized through the Cover Alabama Coalition cited moral obligations and potential premium hikes.
The “all politics” healthcare project in Hoover that’s rewriting state regulations
The man who wrote Alabama's certificate of need regulations is concerned that decisions made over a Hoover project could place the regs in jeopardy.
Rep. Sewell hosts livestream on federal policy’s impacts on rural healthcare
Sewell discussed threats to rural healthcare access during a livestream, highlighting federal policy's impacts and the need for investment.
Montgomery council overrides veto, amends resolution to fund Jackson Hospital
While the council overrode the veto, it also adjusted the resolution to honor some of Mayor Steven Reed's requests.
Alabama hospitals to face millions in losses if ACA subsidies expire
A new report found providers nationwide would face billions in lost revenues and uncompensated care spikes if Congress allows ACA subsidies to expire.
Alabama delegation reacts to spending bill failure as shutdown deadline looms
Lawmakers clashed over the failed GOP spending bill, with Republicans demanding a clean extension and Democrats pushing for healthcare funding.