Rep. Shomari Figures

Congress

Reps. Sewell, Figures call on University of Alabama to restore student publications

U.S. Reps. Terri Sewell and Shomari Figures called on the University of Alabama to restore two suspended student publications.

December 16, 2025

Rep. Figures files bill to name post office in honor of Tuskegee Airmen

Figures, with the support of the rest of Alabama's delegation, introduced bipartisan legislation to recognize the Tuskegee Airmen.

November 11, 2025

Gov. Ivey directs $2 million to food banks in response to SNAP crisis

The funds are intended to help support recipients facing uncertain access to food because of the shutdown.

November 5, 2025

Figures files bill to keep infrastructure projects going during shutdowns

A new bill was introduced to ensure federally funded construction and infrastructure projects, like the Mobile River Bridge, continue during shutdowns.

November 4, 2025

Alabama lawmakers clash over continuation of government shutdown

Lawmakers debated the potential impacts of the federal government shutdown, focusing on expiring SNAP benefits and Affordable Care Act tax credits.

October 29, 2025

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.

September 24, 2025

Alabama Democrats vote against resolution honoring life of Charlie Kirk

Alabama's two Democratic members of Congress cast their votes against a resolution honoring the late conservative influencer Charlie Kirk.

September 22, 2025

Rep. Figures leads bipartisan effort to introduce NIL bill to establish national framework

Figures led a bipartisan effort to introduce the Student Compensation and Opportunity through Rights and Endorsements Act, stabilizing NIL use.

July 11, 2025

Rep. Figures honors Hank Aaron, Satchel Paige at Congressional Baseball Game

Figures honored baseball legends Hank Aaron and Satchel Paige at the Congressional Baseball Game, paying tribute to Mobile's unmatched legacy.

June 12, 2025

Montgomery leaders speak out against federal closure of Job Corps

Mayor Steven Reed and Rep. Shomari Figures highlighted the economic impact the program has on Montgomery.

June 10, 2025