Rep. Dale Strong appointed to influential House Appropriations Committee
The House Appropriations Committee holds significant authority over federal spending.
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Sewell introduces legislation to rename post office after civil rights leader
The bill is cosponsored by every member of Alabama’s House delegation.
April 10, 2024
Alabama delegation split on government funding bill
The move reflects the ongoing difficulties faced by lawmakers in reaching a consensus on a sustainable long-term funding strategy.
Mike Rogers won’t vote for Jim Jordan, wants to work with Democrats
Rogers has said that he's firmly against Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan as speaker, and he's not budging.
Sewell, Democrats introduce John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
"The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement would protect the right to vote and safeguard our democracy," Sewell said.
September 19, 2023
Rep. Carl chosen to serve on three appropriations subcommittees
Carl said he is thrilled to serve on the "critical subcommittees" and "ensure our tax dollars are spent wisely."
Sen. Katie Britt, colleagues reintroduce Full Faith and Credit Act
The act prioritizes funding for the military, veterans and seniors should the U.S. hit its debt ceiling.
Alabama delegation supports McCarthy in speaker race
Each Republican member of the Alabama delegation voted on Tuesday in favor of House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy.
Alabama’s Republican representatives opposed $1.7 trillion spending bill
Republicans criticized the bill for being passed during a "lame-duck" Congress and for not focusing on "American priorities."
Sewell votes to extend government funding, suspend debt limit
Sewell’s office warned that failure to raise or suspend the debt limit would be catastrophic and the first default in U.S. history.