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.
Rep. Terri A. Sewell
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.
Rep. Sewell leads 54 Democrats asking for answers on Argentina bailout
Democrats questioned the Treasury secretary about the Trump administration's $20 billion bailout of Argentina, citing concerns about election influence and farmer impact.
October 22, 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.
Panel reflects on Voting Rights Act’s past, present and future for its 60th year
Experts convened to discuss the Voting Rights Act's impact, future threats, and the ongoing fight for accessible voting rights in the United States.
Rep. Sewell cosigns amendment to limit presidential immunity
Rep. Sewell backed an amendment to ensure no government official, including the president, is immune from criminal prosecution for official acts.
Rep. Sewell to kick off annual “Congress in Your Community” tour in Homewood
Each year, Rep. Sewell visits each of the 14 counties in her district.
February 16, 2024
Rep. Sewell promises to coordinate federal response to tornado damage in Black Belt
“I am devastated and heartbroken by the tornado damage in my hometown of Selma and throughout the Black Belt," Sewell said.
January 13, 2023
Sewell urges House leadership to consider Medicare screening coverage bill
The Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act responds to a misalignment between advances in science and Medicare coverage.
December 8, 2022
Alabama congressmen react to Biden’s Build Back Better Act
The act would create universal preschool for all 3- and 4-year olds and provide numerous expansions of the social safety net.