Rep. Terri Sewell

Alabama federal lawmakers respond to partial release of frozen education funds

The partial release of withheld education funds drew support from Trump ally Senator Katie Britt and criticism from Representative Terri Sewell.

Wesley Walter

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July 23, 2025

Speaker Johnson recesses House early over potential vote on Epstein documents

Representative Terri Sewell cosponsored a resolution demanding the Trump administration release “unclassified files, flight logs, correspondence, and evidence” related to Epstein.

Chance Phillips

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July 23, 2025

Rep. Sewell announces $25M public transportation grant for Birmingham, Jefferson County

The grant will enable BJCTA to adopt cutting-edge technologies and cleaner energy solutions, including hydrogen fuel cell buses.

July 16, 2025

Rep. Sewell honors the legacy of John Lewis ahead of fifth anniversary of his passing

Sewell honored John Lewis’s unwavering spirit and impactful words, reflecting on his final charge to never give up, even in troubling times.

July 15, 2025

Rep. Sewell demands Trump administration release $7 billion in withheld education funding

Sewell and other House Democrats outlined the impact this decision will have on schools, teachers, and families and demanded transparency.

July 14, 2025

Rep. Sewell renews push to improve access to prenatal care for military families

Legislation was reintroduced to empower servicemembers and their spouses to choose a health care plan that meets their needs during pregnancy.

July 11, 2025

Rep. Sewell to host 14th Annual Job Fair in Tuscaloosa

Sewell’s annual job fair is her largest constituent event of the year. This year, it will feature employers from at least 10 industries.

July 1, 2025

Rep. Sewell marks 12 years since Supreme Court gutted Voting Rights Act

"The Shelby decision opened the door to a full-scale attack on the right to vote that continues today," Sewell said.

June 26, 2025

Rep. Sewell cosponsors resolution to cease U.S. hostilities with Iran

Sewell joined colleagues to reassert congressional authority following the Trump administration's unilateral military action in Iran.

June 25, 2025