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DHR: Alabama families could receive partial SNAP payments by end of week

The USDA instructed DHR to process partial SNAP payments, with reduced benefits resulting from a court battle amid the government shutdown.

November 11, 2025

I’m about to SNAP: Tell Tommy Tuberville every family is worthy of security

Tuberville’s comments show a disregard for our rural Black communities here in Alabama.

November 11, 2025

SNAP snafu put vulnerable families through turmoil

For Pleasant Grove resident Krystal Barrett, the SNAP crisis means wondering how she feeds her two sons.

November 10, 2025

Birmingham approves emergency SNAP aid during ongoing government shutdown

The Birmingham City Council approved Mayor Randall Woodfin's proposal to offer food assistance to residents as the government shutdown halts benefits.

November 5, 2025

Alabama Dems: There’s money to fund SNAP but it isn’t a priority for state Republicans

Alabama Democrats called on Gov. Ivey and state Republicans to take a more active role in helping hungry families during the shutdown.

November 4, 2025

Rep. Sewell praises court orders blocking Trump admin’s SNAP cuts

Federal courts blocked the Trump administration's attempts to cut SNAP funds, a move Sewell called a blatant violation of the law.

November 3, 2025

Republicans have the money to feed the hungry, but they’re choosing not to

Republicans at the federal and state levels have the ability to fund the SNAP program and not let people go hungry. They're refusing.

October 31, 2025

Birmingham commits $1M toward emergency relief for SNAP families

Mayor Woodfin proposed $1 million in emergency aid and a citywide food drive to help the 23,000 Birmingham residents losing SNAP benefits.

October 31, 2025

The shutdown has proven that the two parties are not the same

If the two parties were the same, Democrats would allow the suffering from the Republicans' plans and then reap the benefits.

October 28, 2025

Sen. Britt joins legislation to protect SNAP benefits for Alabamians

Britt joined the Keep SNAP Funded Act to ensure 750,000 Alabamians who rely on SNAP would not miss their benefits during a government shutdown.

October 28, 2025