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ALGOP opens Tuberville hearing to press after closure concerns Supreme Court blocks state’s plan to carry out nitrogen hypoxia execution Alabama State Board of Education hears possible changes to world language studies Medical Cannabis board reports on first week of sales, reopens lab applications UA student earns Black Warrior Riverkeeper scholarship grant ALGOP opens Tuberville hearing to press after closure concerns Supreme Court blocks state’s plan to carry out nitrogen hypoxia execution Alabama State Board of Education hears possible changes to world language studies Medical Cannabis board reports on first week of sales, reopens lab applications UA student earns Black Warrior Riverkeeper scholarship grant ALGOP opens Tuberville hearing to press after closure concerns Supreme Court blocks state’s plan to carry out nitrogen hypoxia execution Alabama State Board of Education hears possible changes to world language studies Medical Cannabis board reports on first week of sales, reopens lab applications UA student earns Black Warrior Riverkeeper scholarship grant

pregnancy

Legislature

Nonprofit advocacy group shares support for bill for incarcerated pregnant women

Alabama has one of the highest female incarceration rates in the Southeast and the third highest infant mortality rate in the country.

February 14, 2025

State Rep. Marilyn Lands bringing bill to address infant, maternal mortality

The bill would provide presumptive Medicaid eligibility to pregnant women.

January 24, 2025

Rep. Sewell cosponsors bill to improve access to prenatal care for military families

The unique nature of the military health system can make it difficult for families to access the care they need.

November 18, 2024

Alabama’s families are at risk: A doctor’s plea to close the Medicaid gap

We can expect more rural hospitals to shutter their obstetrical departments in the coming months.

August 20, 2024

Close up of woman expecting baby having appointment with doctor

Alabama is facing a labor and delivery crisis. The solution is right there

We know the solution to our labor and delivery problems. Our lawmakers lack the courage to implement it.

July 12, 2024

Sen. Britt announces MOMS Act, pro-mother legislation

The legislation follows Britt’s previous endeavors to create more resources for mothers.

May 14, 2024

IVF is as pro-life as it gets and the Legislature is committed to protecting it

Our people believe in fostering a culture of life, and for many parents, IVF was the miracle that led to their greatest blessing.

March 11, 2024

Alabama courts, the Bible, and when human life becomes a person

Probable misinterpretations of the Bible should not be used to interpret Alabama law.

March 7, 2024

ADPH approves birthing center regulations amid lawsuit

The rules come within a week of a lawsuit filed by the Alabama ACLU on behalf of multiple birthing centers.

August 21, 2023

HHS awards $1 million to address maternal health crisis in Alabama

The funds will create a maternal health task force to address the most pressing maternal health needs and address disparities in health outcomes.

August 30, 2022