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May 19, 2015 – MONTGOMERY, AL – All manner of hemp derived psychoactive cannabinoids are currently being marketed across the country. Starting on July 1 that is going to change for people in the state of Alabama after the Legislature passed and the Governor signed landmark legislation that will fundamentally alter where psychoactive hemp products are sold in the state of Alabama, how they are regulated, and even bans many of these products (legal in most states) from being sold in Alabama at...
May 23, 2025 - MONTGOMERY. AL – Attorney General Steve Marshall sent a multi-state letter urging the U.S. House of Representatives to pass the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act and create a framework for lawful concealed carry across state lines. In a letter sent to House leadership about H.R. 38, Attorney General Marshall and 23 other state attorneys general emphasized that broad rights for concealed carry among law-abiding citizens promote public safety and respect gun owners' f...
President Donald Trump's new executive order on regulating elections is striking for the way it asserts broad powers for the executive branch that go far beyond what's prescribed in the Constitution or sanctioned by courts. Experts expect the order to face legal challenges for that reason. But what's also striking about the order is how it seeks to dictate some arcane details of the way voting systems work in some of America: Specifically, it bans the machine-readable barcodes or QR codes that...
May 20, 2025 - Hoover, AL - Bluff Park Elementary students and staff celebrated a familiar face earlier today during a special assembly honoring first-grade teacher Katie Collins, who was recently named Alabama's 2025-26 Teacher of the Year. Thunderous roars of applause and chants of "Mrs. Coll-ins!" echoed through the gymnasium as Alfa Insurance and Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell presented Collins with keys to a 2025 Chevrolet Traverse during the program, which she will use...
May 21, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - As mosquito season ramps up, the Alabama Department of Public Health urges all residents to take preventive measures to protect themselves and their communities from mosquito-borne diseases such as West Nile virus (WNV), Eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEEV), St. Louis encephalitis virus (SLEV), and La Crosse virus (La Crosse). Mosquitoes are more than a nuisance; they can carry viruses that cause serious illness in humans. Fortunately, there are simple steps...
May 22, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - Dr. Nicole Wadsworth officially launched her campaign for Lieutenant Governor of Alabama this morning at a packed event at her campaign headquarters in Montgomery. Supporters, community leaders, and members of the press gathered to hear Dr. Wadsworth share her bold, Alabama-first vision rooted in economic growth, workforce development, safer communities, rural healthcare access, and conservative values. "Every Alabamian deserves the opportunity to have a good job...
May 22, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. House of Representatives passed President Donald J. Trump's (R) "Big Beautiful Bill" to keep the federal government funded and provide tax relief to 80 percent of Americans, while adopting many of the President's budget priorities. Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-AL04) voted in favor of the bill. Aderholt said that the landmark legislation delivers critical wins for American families, strengthens national security, and ensures responsible government...
While inflation metrics may show broad trends across the U.S., costs of individual necessities like housing, groceries, utilities, transportation and medical expenses may see wider price volatility from city to city. Many dynamics may help influence price differentials across the country, such as geographical location—which may impact the availability and import cost of raw materials—and demographics, which often influences demand for goods and services as well as the supply of labor. Reg...
May 22, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Jim Banks (R-IN) in introducing the No Loan Forgiveness for Terrorists Act. This bill prohibits students from receiving credit for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) while working at organizations that engage in illegal activities. The legislation works to codify an Executive Order from President Trump that would end taxpayer-funded student loan forgiveness for students that participate in illegal, a...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-AL07) recently spoke before a hearing of the House Ways and Means Committee during the markup of President Donald J. Trump's (R) proposed federal budget. Sewell complained that the legislation provides more than $4 trillion in tax cuts over the next decade while slashing $715 billion from Medicaid and $290 billion from SNAP benefits. "We are here because-according to President Trump, Elon Musk, and Republicans in Congress-the wealthiest...
Though many out-of-work Americans currently face a slower search for employment, the nation's job market remains relatively robust, with 177,000 new workers added in April 2025. For comparison, an average of 166,000 new jobs were gained every month in 2024. Overall, the number of jobs in the U.S. is expected to grow by 4% across all occupations by 2033. But, according to projections from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, many jobs that pay over $100,000 a year on average are expected to grow at...
We all know that spending too much time on screens is unhealthy, but do different screens have different impacts on our mental health? The answer, according to a 2025 Hers study, is yes. In fact, one simple question, "Do you prefer streaming TV or scrolling social media?" reveals key differences in our self-perceptions, emotional stability, mental wellness, and more. So which one is better? Well, it's complicated. When it comes to screen time, binge watching Netflix and scrolling TikTok are not...
May 22, 2025 - ATMORE, AL - Senator Greg Albritton, a dedicated public servant and fiscal conservative, is seeking re-election to represent Alabama's 22nd Senate District. Since his election to the Alabama State Senate in 2014, Senator Albritton has been a steadfast advocate for the people of Baldwin, Escambia, and Washington counties, focusing on responsible governance, economic development, and community well-being. A Record of Service and Leadership Senator Albritton brings over two decades...
May 21, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Defense Department has confirmed that it has accepted a Boeing 747 from Qatar to serve as Air Force One. President Donald J. Trump (R) toured the aircraft back on February 15 at Palm Beach International Airport. Trump called the plane a "flying palace." Democrats have blasted Qatar for offering the gift to the United States and President Trump for accepting the gift. Democrats claim that the gift is unconstitutional. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Sch...
May 21, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today applauded the Senate Commerce Committee for unanimously advancing the bipartisan Water Research Optimization Act of 2025. Last month, Senators Britt and Peter Welch (D-Vt.) reintroduced this legislation to enhance hydrological forecasting within the National Weather Service. "I continue to be grateful to Commerce Committee Chair Cruz for his work to advance critical legislation out of committee. I'm also thankful for S...
Mental health conditions affect millions of people worldwide, but harmful stereotypes—like the idea that people with mental illness are dangerous or weak—still shape how these conditions are understood and treated despite growing awareness and education. Mental health stigma can have serious consequences. A 2016 report shows that stigmatization of mental illness not only fuels social exclusion but also prevents people from seeking help when they need it most. And mental health stigma doe...
May 21, 20125 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the appointment of Judge Benjamin M. Bowden to the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals. The governor informed Judge Bowden of her selection today. "Judge Bowden's impressive record as a legal scholar is matched by his exemplary performance as an attorney, prosecutor and judge. He has steadfastly demonstrated a dedication to justice and fairness under the law. I have the utmost confidence that he will serve with the highest i...
As Governor Ivey signed the last of the bills on her desk today, the 2025 Regular Session of the Alabama Legislature is officially a wrap! This Session, the Legislature introduced close to 1,500 pieces of legislation. In total, Governor Ivey signed 287 bills into law and 147 resolutions. Every one of the bills the governor authored were passed and signed into law. Governor Ivey had an impressive legislative session, and she was able to deliver several wins for Alabamians. With the very first...
May 21, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) spoke with Dr. Andrew Gillen, Dr. Michael Lindsay, Dr. Mark Brown, Mr. Mike Pierce, and Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart during a Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing on the state of higher education. During the hearing, Sen. Tuberville discussed the reasons for the skyrocket of prices in higher education institutions during recent years. Sen. Tuberville also introduced Dr. Mark Brown, P...
Retirement savings can serve as a key indicator of financial stability, reflecting not only a household's ability to set aside money but also shaping retirement timelines and broader workforce and economic dynamics. Across the United States, the average retirement savings per household is estimated to be $114,435—but this figure varies significantly by state, ranging from less than half to double that amount. These disparities can significantly impact when and how comfortably Americans retire. E...
May 1, 2025 - ASHLAND, AL – Attorney General Steve Marshall announced today the conviction of Terry Andrew Heflin, a former Democratic candidate for District 5 of the Clay County Commission, for committing absentee ballot fraud during his campaign. Heflin pleaded guilty to one count of absentee ballot fraud, a Class C felony. In entering his plea, Heflin admitted to unlawfully requesting and completing another citizen's absentee ballot, voting for himself without the voter's knowledge or c...
May 15, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) signed both of the two remaining bills in the Safe Alabama public safety package, House Bill 202 and House Bill 199. HB202 was sponsored by State Representative Rex Reynolds (R-Huntsville) and carried in the Senate by Senator Lance Bell (R-Pell City). It provides law enforcement with enhanced legal protections from criminal prosecution and civil liability as long as they don't act recklessly and the actions are taken in the...
MAY 20, 2025 - JASPER, AL. – Lifelong Walker County resident, educator, small business owner, and conservative Republican Mike Elliott has announced his candidacy for the Alabama House of Representatives District 13. Elliott understands the burden that unnecessary taxes and government oversight can place on people's lives and seeks to serve the people of Walker County to the best of his ability without any hidden agendas. "In Montgomery, I'll serve the people of Walker County faithfully, t...
May 1, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday appointed Judge Bill Lewis to serve on the Supreme Court of Alabama. This comes following yesterday's announcement from Justice Jay Mitchell that he was resigning his position on the state's top court. "Judge Bill Lewis continues demonstrating justice and fairness under the law, as well as a willingness to serve the people of Alabama," said Governor Ivey. "His decades of experience will serve the Supreme Court of Alabama well, and I a...
May 20, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) hosted Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll, along with Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kansas), in Huntsville to tour the Army's capabilities on Redstone Arsenal. "It's always an honor to showcase Alabama's cutting-edge capabilities at Redstone Arsenal. I'm grateful to Secretary Driscoll for prioritizing a visit to Huntsville early in his tenure as Army Secretary. Redstone plays an invaluable role in American national security by supporti...
