Rep. Terri A. Sewell

Congress / Elections

Rep. Sewell hosting rally at Alabama State House demanding fair representation for Black voters

Sewell said the Montgomery event responded to state efforts she argued would weaken Black political power after a Supreme Court voting rights ruling.

May 5, 2026

Rep. Sewell to host shadow subcommittee hearing on voting rights

The session was set to examine mounting threats to ballot access and launch a national series of listening sessions on voting rights.

April 27, 2026

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

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.

October 31, 2025

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.

September 24, 2025

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.

August 20, 2025

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.

July 24, 2025

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