To help bring credit union boards into the age of communications technology, U.S. Sen. Katie Britt has reintroduced the bipartisan Credit Union Board Modernization Act.   She is joined on the legislation by fellow Senate Banking Committee members Sens. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.)   “I’m grateful for this legislation that would […]

Two Alabama lawmakers are leading an effort to bring digital assets like Bitcoin into the state’s investment portfolio through new legislation introduced last week in the House and Senate.  HB482, sponsored by State Rep. Mike Shaw (R-Hoover), and SB284, sponsored by State Sen. Will Barfoot (R-Pike Road), would authorize the state treasurer to invest up […]

The Alabama House of Representatives on Tuesday passed SB252, legislation intended to benefit independent pharmacies by increasing transparency and limiting the power of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).  The bill, which passed 102-0, was sponsored by State Rep. Phillip Rigsby (R-Huntsville), a pharmacist who guided the legislation through the House. It was previously passed by the […]

The Alabama Legislature convened in a joint session Tuesday afternoon to commemorate Military Appreciation Day, honoring the state’s active duty service members, veterans and military families.  Lawmakers from both chambers and military leaders from the state gathered to express their gratitude to the service members and military families who contribute to Alabama’s identity and national […]

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) believes the Biden administration “weaponized” the FISA courts to spy on American citizens. “We know that under Biden the federal government’s weaponization extends to spying on American citizens,” Moore said on X. “This abuse of power led to my no vote on FISA due to my requirement for a warrant […]

Alabama lawmakers are looking to tighten rules on a growing class of hemp-based products that can get people high – but often fall outside of traditional marijuana laws. Known by names like Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 THC, these products are made from hemp, not marijuana. Because of a federal loophole in the 2018 Farm Bill, […]

Governor Kay Ivey reported Tuesday that there has been significant public interest among Alabama students and their families in gaining access to funding provided through the state’s CHOOSE Act. According to Ivey’s office, a total of 22,167 applications were received for a total of 36,873 students by the close of the application window on Monday […]

There is no political risk to Trump continuing to deport bad guys? Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN.

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) is defending President Trump’s new tariffs policy, arguing the president is keeping his campaign promise to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. Last week, Trump announced new tariffs on most of America’s trading partners and declared that foreign trade and economic practices have created a national emergency. “This is exactly […]

On Thursday afternoon, Alabama Senate Pro Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) effectively closed the door on passing a gaming bill during the 2025 Legislative session. “With 12 meeting days remaining in the session, both budgets still awaiting approval, and other important bills and measures demanding focus and attention, the comprehensive gaming bill released today is simply […]

A new poll reveals overwhelming support among Alabama voters for requiring app stores to obtain parental approval before allowing children and teens to download apps — the aim of legislation currently being fast-tracked in both chambers of the Alabama Legislature. The survey of 600 likely Alabama voters, commissioned by the Alabama Policy Institute (API) and […]

The signing into law of the Alabama Development Fund (ADF) is a pivotal moment for economic  growth and prosperity in our state. For the rural Alabama communities served by Southeast  Gas, this fund represents an unprecedented opportunity to compete on a more level playing field for economic development projects that have historically been out of […]

Maybe 2045 will be the year for gambling in Alabama? Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN.

Dear Citizens of Fairhope, As Chairman of the Alabama Public Library Service, I want to begin by expressing my deep appreciation for the important role that public libraries play in our communities. They are places of learning, imagination, and discovery for people of all ages—and they are vital to the intellectual and cultural growth of […]

During a Sunday interview on Fox News, Sen. Tommy Tuberville praised President Trump’s decision on tariffs, noting the move will help protect Alabama’s catfish and shrimp industry. He cited the hardships the domestic producers are facing due to imports, particularly from Vietnam.  “You know, we’re going to have some short-term pain for long-term gain,” Tuberville […]

A recent report from the Washington Post attacking U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Monrovia) is now drawing criticism for allegedly leaving out key pieces of information relating to anti-DOGE protestors in the Congressman’s home district. The article in question features interviews of supposed Republicans and Independents from the Fifth District lambasting Strong, accusing him of cowardice […]

As COVID-19 rampaged through the population, the pandemic created a demand for telehealth services. And Americans continue to rely on those services. In fact, last year, more than half of American patients utilized telehealth services. To highlight the importance of expanding access to those services, which he called a “lifeline,” U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville joined […]

For too long, Big Tech companies have dictated the rules of engagement for our children’s digital lives — tying the hands of parents who simply want to keep their kids safe from unsolicited communications and inappropriate content. Enough is enough.  That’s why I am thrilled to see the Alabama Legislature moving legislation that would help […]

HB166, Alabama’s proposed cell phone ban in public schools, known as the Freeing Our Classrooms of Unnecessary Screens for Safety (FOCUS) Act, passed the House of Representatives on Thursday and is now moving to the Senate floor for final passage. The bill, sponsored by State Rep. Leigh Hulsey (R-Helena), aims to prohibit the use of […]

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Donald Trump Jr. delivered the headlining speech last night at the Alabama Republican Party’s Trump Victory Dinner in Birmingham. While speaking, the President’s oldest son expressed his gratitude for the Biden Administration and Democratic Party, specifically for their dishonest actions during the 2020 Presidential Election. According to Trump Jr., had the left not stolen the […]

Donald Trump Jr. used his keynote address at the Alabama Republican Party Trump Victory Dinner in Birmingham as a call to action for Republicans, arguing the fight against the left isn’t over. Don Jr.’s visit to Alabama comes after his sister-in-law, Lara Trump, spoke at the party’s 2024 summer event, while his father, President Trump, […]

Before Donald Trump, Jr. addressed the crowd at the 2025 Alabama Republican Party’s Trump Victory Dinner, state lawmakers were recognized for their hard-fought efforts that prove Alabama legislates among the most conservatively in the nation. ALGOP Chairman John Wahl said there is a common denominator between the results of Donald Trump’s presidency and the Republican […]

Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl had a bold message for those in attendance at the Trump Victory Dinner in Birmingham Thursday night: America is back. Before presenting awards to state lawmakers, introducing U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), and firing up the crowd for the headlining speaker, Wahl talked about why he believes President Trump’s […]