Sunday, June 14, 2026

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

Rep. Shomari Figures

Congress

Alabama’s Democratic delegation responds to Trump’s tax bill passing House

Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" would cut safety net programs in Alabama for thousands.

May 23, 2025

Rep. Figures defends legacy, inspires grads at Tuskegee commencement

In a powerful address, Figures honors HBCU history and urges Class of 2025 to lead with purpose, passion, and principle.

May 12, 2025

Reps. Sewell, Figures introduce Bridge to Medicaid Act to cover uninsured Alabamians

The bill offers a temporary healthcare option for over 100,000 Alabamians in the Medicaid coverage gap until the state expands.

May 9, 2025

Reps. Sewell, Figures say historic Montgomery Bus Station no longer for sale

After criticism from lawmakers, the Montgomery Bus Station has been removed from a list of government properties for sale.

March 13, 2025

Sewell, Figures ask that historic Montgomery Bus Station, Freedom Rides Museum not be sold

In a joint letter to the GSA administrator, Figures and Sewell talked about the historical significance of the site and asked that it not be sold.

March 7, 2025

Figures asks VA secretary for answers on DOGE cuts, potential VA issues

DOGE cuts at VA facilities could be affecting veterans' health care, and Alabama Rep. Shomari Figures wants answers.

February 28, 2025

Co-founder of Stand Up Mobile speaks on upcoming 2nd Congressional District trial

Alabama's congressional map has been in litigation since 2021, when two groups alleged that it diluted the voting power of Black Alabamians.

February 11, 2025

Reps. Sewell, Figures introduce bill to create new Rosa Parks’ federal holiday

If established, Rosa Parks Day would become the first federal holiday to honor a woman.

February 5, 2025