Increased access to broadband has been the central topic of meetings throughout Alabama. The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs began the information sessions in December and, so far, the meetings have been conducted in more than half of the counties. “Our state serves as a national example of how to effectively, and efficiently, […]

Twinkle Cavanaugh is no stranger to the Alabama Public Service Commission, having been elected to the commission in 2010 and then elected its president in 2012. Now, in her drive to be re-elected as president of the group, she picked up an endorsement from the Alabama Forestry Association. “During her tenure with the Public Service […]

A change in Chief of Staff for U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt’s Washington office has been announced. Michael Lowry, who has worked with Aderholt as communications director, will be taking over the position from the retiring Kerry Knott. “Kerry Knott has done an outstanding job serving the constituents of Alabama’s Fourth District,” said Aderholt (R-Haleyville). “Prior […]

According to a report from the Associated Press, Californian Gov. Gavin Newsom will be making a few stops throughout the South beginning in Alabama next week. Many throughout the country expect that Newsom could be gearing up for a possible presidential run in 2024. Upon his arrival, he is expected to meet with the state’s […]

Sen. Katie Britt called the Chinese Communist Party “our greatest geopolitical and national security threat” and said Friday that “everything they do is as our adversary.” To help counter this threat, Britt (R-Montgomery) has joined forces with Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) to introduce the “Not One More Inch or Acre Act.” According to Britt, the […]

Calling President Biden’s immigration policies at the southern border a “disaster,” Sen. Tommy Tuberville said he will be reintroducing two pieces of legislation that are aimed at countering the effects of the massive waves of illegal immigration. “President Biden’s immigration policies have created a disaster at our southern border,” said Tuberville (R-Auburn). “These two pieces […]

Sen. Katie Britt asked Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas if he was prepared to admit that there was a crisis at the southern border. Mayorkas was not, instead calling it a “significant challenge.” Britt’s questioning, at Thursday’s hearing for the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, specifically centered around President Biden’s […]

Alabama is set to become one of four states to receive a portion of more than $353 million from the U.S. Department of the Interior. The funding will support coastal conservation and restoration projects, hurricane protection programs, onshore infrastructure projects, and activities to implement marine and coastal resilience management plans within the Yellowhammer State. Funds […]

“I will stay here till hell freezes over.” Those were the words of Sen. Tommy Tuberville on the Senate floor Thursday while defending his decision to continue to place a hold on appointments of general and flag officers. Tuberville (R-Auburn) said he is enforcing the holds to keep the Pentagon from enacting a policy that […]

Concerned that illegal immigrants may receive federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, U.S. Rep. Barry Moore questioned Agriculture Secretary Thomas Vilsack during a hearing Tuesday. Moore (R-Troy) said it was possible millions of illegal immigrants are receiving or will receive taxpayer-funded SNAP benefits. Moore asked Vilsack if he was concerned that the burden could […]

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt said U.S. Marshals were instructed against making arrests during protests last year in front of the homes of Supreme Court justices. Britt (R-Montgomery) made the statement Tuesday while questioning Attorney General Merrick Garland about the Department of Justice’s role in protecting the homes of US Supreme Court justices. The issue was […]

The Alabama Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons is urging residents of the Yellowhammer State to practice caution when selecting eye drops. As many as 68 people throughout the country have reported infections linked to the bacteria, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, after using contaminated eye drops, according to a news release. The infections have resulted in three […]

Alabama Power has announced that it will now be offering incentives for its residential customers if they own or plan on owning an electric vehicle. The new incentives are meant to make charging an electric vehicle at home less costly. “These incentives are one way we are helping customers to innovate their lifestyle and achieve […]

Pre-filed legislation within the Alabama House will aim to further educate Alabama’s coaches on the signs and symptoms of cardiac arrest in their athletes and how to react properly should a situation arise. The bill, called the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Act, will be introduced and sponsored by State Rep. Jeremy Gray (D-Opelika). Gray, who […]

U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt directed a question today to Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall – a question that many Alabamians would also probably like to ask themselves. “Mr. Secretary, let me address this to you,” said Aderholt (R-Haleyville) during a hearing with the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense. “There are some rumors out there that the […]

New legislation that will help to identify unclaimed cremated remains of military veterans and outline the disposition of those cremains in a state or national military cemetery was filed in the Alabama House today. State Rep. Kenneth Paschal (R-Pelham), a 21-year veteran of the Army, introduced House Bill 129 and explained why he believes it’s […]

During last week’s budget hearing with the U.S. Forest Service, Sen. Katie Britt questioned Forest Service Chief Randy Moore on cuts to a program she considers vital to fighting wildfires. Britt (R-Montgomery) is a member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations’ Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies. “The Administration’s Fiscal Year 2024 budget for […]

While the two-year-old tale of moving the U.S. Space Command to Alabama continues to take twists and turns, U.S. Rep. Dale Strong is among the voices calling for a final decision. “I am hopeful that the Secretary of the Air Force will announce a final basing decision soon,” the Huntsville congressman said today. The latest […]

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers has joined a growing list of GOP lawmakers condemning the actions of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg over the possible arrest of former President Donald Trump. Rogers (R-Saks), chair of the House Armed Services Committee, said the possible charges are illegitimate. “I am deeply disturbed by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s […]

The Alabama Senate unanimously passed a “common sense” bill centered on liquor liability insurance reform. The legislation was sponsored by Sen. Chris Elliot (R-Josephine), whose goal was to bring about “common sense insurance reform and increased personal responsibility.” “I made it a priority to bring all interested parties to the table to find a commonsense […]

Sens. Tommy Tuberville and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) introduced bipartisan legislation Wednesday to protect American agricultural land from foreign ownership. The Protecting America’s Agricultural Land from Foreign Harm Act bans the sale of farmland to any business or entity associated with Iran, North Korea, China, or Russia. “The surge of foreign-owned agricultural land in the U.S. […]

The Alabama Senate unanimously passed legislation Thursday to protect visitation requirements for healthcare facilities. Introduced by Sen. Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman), the bill will ensure residents, clients, or patients of a healthcare facility are afforded the right to visit with anyone during visiting hours. It would also give essential caregivers a minimum of two hours a […]

Saying it’s time to “move forward and stop falling back,” Sen. Tommy Tuberville urged his fellow senators to pass the Sunshine Protection Act. The legislation would make Daylight Saving Time permanent and end the practice of resetting the country’s clocks twice per year. In 2022, the Sunshine Protection Act passed the U.S. Senate by unanimous consent, but then-Speaker […]

U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt voiced his concerns today regarding the fentanyl crisis that is taking place in his district and throughout Alabama. This comes after the 2023 Alabama Drug Threat Assessment showed that fentanyl and other opioids are now the number one cause of substance related deaths and overdoses in the state. “For the past […]