{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where chamber = \"House\" and state = \"AL\" sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-meets-national-weather-service-advocates-next-generation-radar-north", "Strong meets with National Weather Service, Advocates for Next Generation Radar in North Alabama", "2026-09-30", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Representative Dale W. Strong, Vice Chair of the Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Subcommittee, met with the National Weather Service (NWS) Director Ken Graham to discuss the agency\u2019s plans to modernize the weather radar system that serves North Alabama and the Tennessee Valley.\n\n\u201cAs a first responder, I know firsthand how critical accurate and timely weather forecasting are to keeping our communities safe. In North Alabama, that means making sure our forecasters and emergency personnel have the reliable radar coverage and data they need to warn families when dangerous weather occurs,\u201d said Strong. \u201cAs the Hytop radar in Jackson County continues to age, it is imperative that we work toward delivering on the next generation of radar system that will serve our region. I will continue working to ensure we have reliable, timely coverage for our communities across North Alabama.\u201d\n\nThe two also discussed the Weather Forecast Office's essential role in Huntsville and the importance of coordination between the NWS and emergency management officials during severe weather events.\n\nBackground: Earlier this year, during an Appropriations Oversight hearing, Representative Strong pushed for answers on NWS\u2019 plans to replace the decades-old weather radar system in Hytop, Alabama, that serves as a lifeline for hazardous weather warnings across North Alabama and the Tennessee Valley.\n\nH.R. 8845, the Fiscal Year 2027 Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations bill, includes increased funding for the National Weather Service to protect Americans from severe weather and eliminate radar gaps. Specifically, the bill includes $25 million to support the continued development, acquisition, integration, and implementation of the Radar Next Program, which will modernize and ultimately replace the NEXRAD network.\n\nH.R. 8845 passed the Appropriations Committee on May 13, 2026. It now awaits further consideration by the full House of Representatives.\n\n###", 1, "2026-10-01T11:23:28Z", "2026-10-01T11:25:15Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/9/rep-sewell-leads-bipartisan-letter-to-mexican-government-demanding-resolution-for-birmingham-based-vulcan-materials-and-alabama-workers", "Rep. Sewell Leads Bipartisan Letter to Mexican Government Demanding Resolution for Birmingham-Based Vulcan Materials and Alabama Workers", "2026-09-28", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) led a bipartisan letter to Mexican Ambassador Roberto Lazzeri Monta\u00f1o expressing concern and outrage regarding the Mexican government\u2019s treatment of Birmingham-based Vulcan Materials Company and American workers. The letter is co-led by Reps. August Pfluger (TX-11), Salud Carbajal (CA-24), and Gary Palmer (AL-06).\n\n\u201cI am proud to lead this bipartisan letter demanding the fair treatment of Vulcan Materials and Alabama workers in Mexico,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cFor almost a decade, senior members of the Mexican government have used illegal tactics to intimidate Vulcan Materials and their workers, including a military seizure of Vulcan-owned property in Mexico. I have worked closely with my colleagues in Congress as we pursued all diplomatic and legislative options, including passing the Defending American Property Abroad (DAPA) Act. I will continue to fight for all the workers in my district who have suffered from illegal trade actions by foreign nations.\u201d\n\n\"Mexico's seizure of Vulcan Materials is a direct threat to American jobs, economic security, and national security,\" said Rep. Pfluger. \"Even after an international tribunal found that Mexico violated its trade obligations by shutting down part of Vulcan's operations, the Mexican government has continued to target this company. That's why the House passed my Defending American Property Abroad Act, making clear the United States will not tolerate the illegal capture of American-owned assets by foreign governments. I'm proud to join my colleagues in this bipartisan effort and advocate for Vulcan Materials.\"\n\n\u201cAmerican companies and workers operating abroad deserve to be treated with fairness,\u201d said Rep. Carbajal. \u201cThe actions taken against Vulcan Materials are unacceptable and a clear violation of international trade norms. I am joining a bipartisan coalition of my colleagues in demanding an immediate resolution to these illegal actions.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Mexican government\u2019s continued targeting of Vulcan Materials is unacceptable,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cNo American company should have its property seized or its operations threatened by a foreign government acting outside the rule of law. Mexico must end these actions, respect Vulcan\u2019s property rights, and demonstrate that it intends to be a trustworthy trading partner of the United States. I\u2019m proud to join my colleagues in standing up for Vulcan and American workers.\u201d\n\nBackground\n\nOn May 5, 2022, the Mexican government illegally shut down Vulcan\u2019s operations via military force. In March of 2023, the Mexican government invaded and occupied Vulcan\u2019s property again to benefit CEMEX, a private Mexican company.\n\nOn September 23, 2024 President L\u00f3pez Obrador decreed the property a Naturally Protected Area (NPA) on September 23, 2024, precluding Vulcan from using its property for productive purposes. Now, the Government of Mexico is utilizing baseless criminal charges to re-invade Vulcan\u2019s property and potentially seize Vulcan\u2019s assets.\n\nEarlier this year, Rep. Sewell helped to pass the Defending American Property Abroad (DAPA) Act through the House of Representatives. Sewell previously led Alabama's House delegation in a letter to Mexico\u2019s Foreign Relations Secretary Alicia B\u00e1rcena demanding a remedy to their illegal invasion and warning of consequences.\n\nThe letter was also signed by Reps. Robert B. Aderholt (AL-04), Brian Babin (TX-36), Tom Barrett (MI-07), Aaron Bean (FL-04), Sheri Biggs (SC-03), Julia Brownley (CA-26), Tim Burchett (TN-02), John R. Carter (TX-31), Troy A. Carter, Sr. (LA-06), Ben Cline (VA-06), James Comer (KY-01), J. Luis Correa (CA-46), Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Donald G. Davis (NC-01), Mike Ezell (MS-04), Pat Fallon (TX-04), Shomari Figures (AL-02), Clay Fuller (IN-08), Craig A. Goldman (TX-12), Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), Val Hoyle (OR-04), Addison P. McDowell (NC-06), John J. McGuire III (VA-05), Barry Moore (AL-01), Tim Moore (NC-14), Troy E. Nehls (TX-22), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Mike Rogers (AL-03), David Rouzer (NC-07), Pete Stauber (MN-08), Dale W. Strong (AL-05), William R. Timmons IV (SC-04), Beth Van Duyne (TX-24), James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11), Randy K. Weber, Sr. (TX-14), and Daniel Webster (FL-11).\n\nThe full letter can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-29T11:07:12Z", "2026-09-29T11:08:49Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-booker-hayes-ezell-introduce-bipartisan-bill-cover-college-and-trade", "Figures, Booker, Hayes, Ezell to Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Cover College and Trade School Costs for Families of America\u2019s First Responders, Teachers, and Social Workers", "2026-09-24", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Rep. Shomari C. Figures (AL-02), Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ), Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-05), and Rep. Mike Ezell (MS-04) will introduce the bipartisan Public Service Educational Assistance Act, a bill to support the families of critical public service employees by covering the full cost of higher education and training opportunities for the dependents of educators, first responders, and social workers.\n\n\"Educators, first responders, and social workers show up for us in our classrooms, our emergencies, and our hardest moments, year after year,\" said Booker. \"Their families carry that sacrifice too, often quietly, through long hours and stretched budgets. After 20 years of service, the least we can do is make sure their kids can go to college without drowning in debt.\"\n\n\u201cTeachers, social workers, and first responders dedicate their lives in service to our communities, oftentimes unable to provide opportunities they fight so hard for others to enjoy, to their own children,\u201d said Hayes. \u201cI am pleased to introduce the Public Service Educational Assistance Act alongside Congressman Figures to honor the work of public servants and make it easier for their own families to pursue higher education.\"\n\n\u201cAs someone who spent more than four decades in law enforcement, I know the sacrifices that come with a career dedicated to serving your community\u2014not just for the individual wearing the badge, but for their entire family,\u201d said Ezell. \u201cThe Public Service Educational Assistance Act recognizes that commitment by helping provide educational opportunities for the children of those who have devoted decades of their lives to public service. I\u2019m proud to help introduce this legislation to support the families of our law enforcement officers, first responders, educators, and others who dedicate their careers to serving their neighbors.\u201d\n\nThis legislation establishes a federal education assistance program covering the full cost of postsecondary education and training opportunities \u2013 including those enrolled in trade schools and vocational programs \u2013 for the dependents of educators, first responders, and social workers who have completed at least 20 years of qualifying service.\n\nThis bill is endorsed by the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, the National Association of Social Workers, the International Association of Fire Fighters, and the Major Cities Chiefs Association.", 1, "2026-09-25T10:04:52Z", "2026-09-25T10:05:46Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/9/rep-sewell-accepting-applications-for-military-service-academy-nominations", "Rep. Sewell Accepting Applications for Military Service Academy Nominations", "2026-09-23", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "The offices of Rep. Sewell and Senator Britt will host a joint information session on Tuesday, September 29 at the Marion Military Institute\n\nBirmingham, AL \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that her office is now accepting applications from eligible students in Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District seeking nominations to attend one of the nation\u2019s military service academies.\n\n\u201cNominating young people from Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District to attend our nation\u2019s military service academies is one of my most rewarding responsibilities as a Member of Congress,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cOur service academies offer an exceptional education, unparalleled leadership development, and the opportunity to serve our country. I encourage all eligible students who are committed to public service and interested in pursuing this path to apply. I look forward to supporting the next generation of Alabama leaders as they answer the call to serve.\u201d\n\nTo be considered for a nomination, applicants must meet the eligibility requirements established by law and be legally domiciled within the boundaries of Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District. As of July 1 of the year of admission, applicants must be at least 17 years old but not yet 23, be a U.S. citizen, be unmarried, not be pregnant, and have no legal obligation to support children or other dependents. Applicants must also meet the academic, medical, and physical requirements established by the academy to which they are applying.\n\nStudents seeking a congressional nomination must complete the nomination process through Rep. Sewell\u2019s office in addition to completing the admissions application for the service academy or academies they wish to attend. A completed nomination packet includes the required application materials, standardized test scores, three letters of recommendation, a high school transcript, and an official college transcript, if applicable. Applicants are encouraged to include their academic achievements, extracurricular activities, leadership experience, awards, honors, and other accomplishments.\n\nCompleted nomination applications must be submitted to Rep. Sewell\u2019s Birmingham office and postmarked no later than Wednesday, November 18, 2026.\n\nOffice of Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell\n\nAttn: Military Service Academy Nominations\n\nTwo 20th Street North, Suite 1130\n\nBirmingham, AL 35203\n\nFollowing the application deadline, a selection committee will review completed applications and conduct interviews before making recommendations for nominations. Receiving a congressional nomination does not guarantee admission to a service academy; the academy itself makes the final determination regarding appointments.\n\nThere are five U.S. service academies: the United States Military Academy at West Point, the United States Naval Academy, the United States Air Force Academy, the United States Merchant Marine Academy, and the United States Coast Guard Academy. Congressional nominations are required for all except the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, which conducts its own admissions process.\n\nService Academy Information Session\n\nTo help students and their families learn more about the service academy admissions and congressional nomination process, the offices of Congresswoman Terri Sewell and Senator Katie Britt will host an information session on Tuesday, September 29, at the Marion Military Institute.\n\nTuesday, September 29, 2026\n\nRegistration: 4:00 p.m. | Program Begins: 5:00 p.m.\n\nMarion Military Institute\n\nSpecial Events Room of the Mess Hall\n\n1101 Washington Street\n\nMarion, AL 36756", 1, "2026-09-24T09:44:48Z", "2026-09-24T09:45:52Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-vat-chairman-robert-aderholt-calls-china-release-political", "House VAT Chairman Robert Aderholt Calls on China to Release Political Prisoners", "2026-09-22", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C \u2013 Congressman Robert Aderholt, Chairman of the House Values Action Team (VAT), calls for the immediate release of political prisoners ahead of Chairman Xi Jinping\u2019s visit to the United States.\n\n\u201cThe Chinese Communist Party\u2019s detention of many political prisoners, including Dr. Gulshan Abbas, Jimmy Lai, Ilham Tohti, and unjustly imprisoned members of the Zion Beijing Church, the \u2018Zion 8,\u2019 is an offense against freedom and international human rights,\u201d said Chairman Aderholt. \u201cThe United States must stand and speak up for people of faith everywhere in the world and I call for their immediate release.\u201d\n\n\u201cEarlier this summer, I had the honor of meeting Pastor Ezra Jin, who was arrested and imprisoned by the CCP for over 250 days for preaching the Gospel before his release in early July. While we celebrate that Pastor Jin is now free and has been reunited with his family in the United States, China\u2019s unjust persecution of other leaders continues.\u201d\n\nThe \u201cZion 8\u201d church members who remain in Chinese custody include Wang Lin, Yin Huibin, Gao Yingjia, Wang Cong, Wu Qiuyu, Elder Wang Zhong, Lin Shucheng, and Liu Zhenbin.\n\nDr. Gulshan Abbas is a Uyghur doctor who has been unjustly imprisoned since 2018.\n\nMr. Jimmy Lai remains unjustly imprisoned after 6 years.\n\nAnd Mr. Ilham Tohti, who was awarded the Sakharov Prize in absentia in 2019, has been unjustly imprisoned for 12 years.\n\n\u201cPresident Trump\u2019s meeting with Chairman Xi this week offers a critical opportunity to address the Chinese Communist Party\u2019s persecution of people of faith and request the immediate release of the leaders still detained. The United States will always stand up for those persecuted by the CCP for their religious and political views.\u201d", 1, "2026-09-23T09:45:16Z", "2026-09-23T09:46:14Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-applauds-25-billion-trump-administration-investment-mobile", "Rep. Barry Moore applauds $2.5 billion Trump Administration investment in Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project", "2026-09-18", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C.- Today, Congressman Barry Moore (AL-01) applauded the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s approval of up to $2.52 billion in federal financing for the I-10 Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project.\n\n\u201cFrom day one of representing Alabama\u2019s First District, this project has been a top priority for me,\u201d said Congressman Moore. \u201cToday marks a milestone that many Alabamians have waited decades to see. I appreciate President Trump, Secretary Duffy, Susie Wiles, the Alabama delegation, and our state and local partners for working with us to make this project a reality. This investment will improve travel across our region and strengthen the Gulf Coast for generations to come.\u201d\n\nThe approval provides the Alabama Toll Road, Bridge and Tunnel Authority with access to up to $2.52 billion in federal TIFIA financing for the first phase of the project. The financing will help move the long-awaited Mobile River Bridge and Bayway improvements toward construction.\n\nThe project will provide a new bridge across the Mobile River and expand the Bayway, improving the connection between Mobile and Baldwin County and strengthening a critical transportation route for Alabama's Gulf Coast.", 1, "2026-09-19T09:11:33Z", "2026-09-19T09:12:45Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-figures-bipartisan-bill-rename-post-office-honoring-tuskegee", "House Passes Figures\u2019\u00a0Bipartisan Bill to Rename Post Office Honoring Tuskegee Airmen", "2026-09-16", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures\u2019 bipartisan bill to rename a post office located in Tuskegee after the Tuskegee Airmen passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a voice vote.\n\nThe Tuskegee Airmen were composed of African American pilots and support personnel who trained at Moton Field and Tuskegee Army Airfield and fought bravely during World War II, making them the first African American military aviators in our Armed Forces. They not only defended our nation and the freedom of those abroad but also overcame racial barriers at home trailblazing a path for generations of future service members and military leaders.", 1, "2026-09-17T09:52:05Z", "2026-09-17T09:53:00Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmers-charm-act-passes-house", "Palmer's CHARM Act Passes House", "2026-09-16", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Gary J. Palmer", "P000609", "palmer.house.gov", "palmer", "https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "For Immediate Release\n\nMedia Contact: Hope Martin (202) 225-4921\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Last night, the House of Representatives voted to pass H.R. 9617, the Coordinating and Harnessing America\u2019s Recovery of Minerals (CHARM) Act. This bipartisan legislation was introduced by Representatives Gary Palmer (R-AL-06) and Paul Tonko (D-NY-20), the Democratic Ranking Member on the Environment Subcommittee.\n\nFollowing the passage of the CHARM Act, Rep. Palmer released the following statement:\n\n\u201cAmerica should not have to rely on China or other adversarial nations for the critical minerals that power our economy and strengthen our national security,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cThe House passage of the CHARM Act is an important step toward making better use of the resources we already have here at home and strengthening our domestic supply chains. I\u2019m grateful to Congressman Tonko for working with me on this bipartisan effort, and I look forward to seeing the Senate take up this legislation.\u201d\n\n\u201cBuilding out our domestic supply chain and ensuring we have the materials our nation needs to power our energy system leads to lasting benefits for our workers, national security, and economy,\" Congressman Tonko said. \"Our CHARM Act does just that by establishing a coordinated federal strategy for recovering critical minerals from discarded materials. I\u2019m grateful to Congressman Palmer for his partnership leading this legislation and am proud to see its passage through the House.\u201d\n\nThe CHARM Act aims to reduce America\u2019s reliance on foreign countries for critical minerals by identifying new opportunities to recover these resources from sources already available in the United States, including electronic waste, legacy mine sites, and coal ash. The legislation directs the Environmental Protection Agency to develop a coordinated federal strategy for recovering critical minerals from these and other overlooked domestic sources.\n\nRead the text of the bill here.", 1, "2026-09-17T09:52:05Z", "2026-09-17T09:53:00Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-unanimously-passes-strong-bill-protect-american-agriculture-terrorist", "House Unanimously Passes Strong Bill to Protect American Agriculture from Terrorist Threats", "2026-09-16", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, the House of Representatives unanimously passed H.R. 9394, the Civil Preparedness for Agroterrorism Exercise Act of 2026, legislation introduced by Representative Dale Strong (AL-05) to strengthen the nation\u2019s ability to prepare for and respond to acts of agroterrorism.\n\n\u201cAmerica\u2019s agriculture and food supply are critical to both our national security and our economy, and we cannot afford to wait until an attack occurs to determine whether we are prepared,\u201d said Representative Strong. \u201cThis legislation will ensure our federal, state, and local partners, first responders, and the private sector are prepared to work together to protect our food supply and respond quickly in the event of an agroterrorism attack. I\u2019m proud to see this commonsense legislation pass the House and move one step closer to becoming law.\u201d\n\nThe Civil Preparedness for Agroterrorism Exercise Act directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to conduct a nationwide exercise focused on preventing, responding to, recovering from, and mitigating an agroterrorism attack on America\u2019s food and agriculture sector. The exercise will bring together federal, state, local, Tribal, and territorial partners, along with private-sector stakeholders, to identify preparedness gaps and strengthen coordination before a real-world incident occurs.\n\nHouse Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew Garbarino (NY-02) applauded House passage of the legislation:\n\n\u201cA threat to our nation\u2019s agricultural sector is a threat to every American. Our food supply chain is vital not just to our economy, but to our homeland security. I am proud to join my House colleagues in passing Subcommittee Chairman Strong\u2019s \u2018Civil Preparedness for Agroterrorism Exercise Act of 2026\u2019 to ensure DHS is working with state and local partners to stay ahead of our adversaries and defend this critical infrastructure from evolving threats.\u201d\n\nThe legislation builds on Strong\u2019s work as Chairman of the Emergency Management and Technology Subcommittee to protect critical infrastructure and improve preparedness for emerging threats, including a two-part hearing series last year examining agroterrorism and threats to America\u2019s food and agriculture sector.\n\nPassage of H.R. 9394 marks the fifth homeland security bill authored by Strong to pass the House during the 119th Congress. The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration.\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-17T09:52:05Z", "2026-09-17T09:53:00Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/obamacare-plans-paying-abortions", "Obamacare Plans Paying for Abortions", "2026-09-15", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014A new report from the U.S. government\u2019s nonpartisan watchdog agency revealed that federal taxpayers subsidized 1,719 Affordable Care Act (ACA) Qualified Health Plans (QHPs) that covered elective abortions for an estimated 4.4 million individuals this year alone. The report also showed that 683 more abortion-covering QHPs were available through the ACA than when GAO issued a similar brief in 2014.\n\nThe recent report, compiled by the Government Accountability Office (GAO), was requested by House and Senate majority leadership, Co-Chairs of the House and Senate Congressional Pro-Life Caucus and Values Action Teams, and Chairmen of the House and Senate Committees of jurisdiction.\n\nUpon the release of the report\u2014first reported by The Daily Wire\u2014Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-AL), Chairman of the House Values Action Team (VAT), and Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Congressional Pro-Life Caucus, issued the following statement:\n\n\u201cFor far too long, pro-life Americans have been deceived by the ACA and strongarmed into paying for health plans that do not respect the sanctity of life. American taxpayers deserve complete transparency and truthfulness as to where their hard-earned dollars are going\u2014and under the ACA as it currently stands, that\u2019s just not possible.\n\n\u201cToday\u2019s GAO report confirms the very concerns that Republicans have raised for over fifteen years: the ACA fails to apply the longstanding and bipartisan Hyde Amendment law, which protects taxpayer dollars from funding abortion, both directly and through federal health plans.\n\n\u201cThe ACA allows premium tax credits to be directed towards health insurance coverage that includes elective abortion. Federal taxpayer dollars\u2014even from individuals living in pro-life states\u2014are subsidizing plans that include elective abortion coverage for over 4.4 million people.\n\n\u201cThe report also found that some insurance issuers failed to comply with the ACA\u2019s consumer transparency provision, which requires plans to prominently disclose abortion coverage.\n\n\u201cAs we approach the 50th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment on September 30th\u2014which is estimated to have saved the lives of over 2.6 million children (about 60,000 lives per year)\u2014we renew the call to enforce this critical, lifesaving protection within the ACA without further delay. Taxpayers should not be forced to subsidize plans that cover the elective killing of an unborn child by dismemberment or baby poison pills.\n\n\u201cMoreover, until Congress can pass legislation requiring full Hyde protections for all ACA plans, we urge the Trump Administration to reissue the Exchange Program Integrity Final Rule to ensure that consumers understand whether a plan subsidizes elective abortion.\u201d\n\nMembers of Congress who signed the GAO request letter: House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA); Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD); House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA); Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso, M.D. (R-WY); House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN); House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-MI); House Pro-Life Caucus Co-Chairs: Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (R-MD), Rep. Michelle Fischbach (R-MN), Rep. Kat Cammack (R-FL), Rep. Bob Onder (R-MO); Senate Pro-Life Caucus Chairwoman Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS); House Values Action Team Chairman Robert Aderholt (R-AL); Senate Values Action Team Chairman James Lankford (R-OK); Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-ID); Senate HELP Committee Chairman Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA); House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Brett Guthrie (R-KY); and House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (R-MO).\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-16T09:43:13Z", "2026-09-16T09:44:22Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/9/rep-sewell-commemorates-63rd-anniversary-of-16th-street-baptist-church-bombing-and-honors-legacy-of-the-four-little-girls", "Rep. Sewell Commemorates 63rd Anniversary of 16th Street Baptist Church Bombing and Honors Legacy of the Four Little Girls", "2026-09-15", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2014 U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) spoke on the House Floor to commemorate the 63rd anniversary of the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, and honor the lives and legacy of Addie Mae Collins, Denise McNair, Carole Robertson, and Cynthia Morris Wesley\u2014the Four Little Girls killed in the attack.\n\nWatch on YouTube here.\n\nOn September 15, 1963, nineteen sticks of dynamite planted beneath the church by members of the Ku Klux Klan exploded as the girls prepared for Sunday service. The bombing claimed the lives of the four girls and severely injured others, including Sarah Collins Rudolph, Addie Mae Collins\u2019 younger sister. The violence continued in the hours that followed, when 16-year-old Johnny Robinson and 13-year-old Virgil Ware were also killed.\n\nIn her remarks, Rep. Sewell reflected on the enduring legacy of the Four Little Girls and the profound personal significance of their sacrifice. In 2013, her first bill to pass Congress awarded the Four Little Girls the Congressional Gold Medal, which President Barack Obama signed into law on the 50th anniversary of the bombing.\n\n\"63 years later, I have the extraordinary privilege of walking these halls as Alabama\u2019s first Black Congresswoman,\" said Rep. Sewell. \"I never forgot that I am here because they are not.\u201d\n\nRep. Sewell also emphasized that honoring the Four Little Girls requires more than remembering the past. It demands a commitment to protecting the freedoms for which generations of Americans fought and sacrificed.\n\n\u201cRemembering the Four Little Girls cannot simply be about looking backward,\" continued Sewell. \"It must also be about what we do today. Because the freedoms they died for are not guaranteed. Every generation has a responsibility to protect them and to advance them.\u201d\n\nRep. Sewell concluded by calling on her colleagues to recommit themselves to the unfinished work of the Civil Rights Movement and to honor the Four Little Girls not only through words, but through action.\n\n\u201cMay we honor their memory not only with our words, but with our actions. And may we forever, forever remember that the freedoms we enjoy today come at a tremendous cost.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-16T09:43:13Z", "2026-09-16T09:44:22Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/9/reps-sewell-and-castor-introduce-the-affordable-premiums-for-seniors-act", "Reps. Sewell and Castor Introduce the Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act", "2026-09-14", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act would extend Medicare Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration through 2029\n\nWashington D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Reps. Terri Sewell (AL-07) and Kathy Castor (FL-14) introduced the Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act, legislation that would prevent the Trump Administration from prematurely ending the Medicare Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration and keep monthly premiums down for seniors enrolled in standalone Medicare prescription drug plans. The legislation comes after the Trump Administration announced that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) would terminate the Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration at the end of 2026.\n\n\u201cFor seniors living on fixed incomes, every dollar matters. At a time when seniors are already struggling to keep up with the rising cost of groceries, housing, health care, and everyday necessities, the Trump Administration should be doing everything it can to lower costs, not ending a program that is helping seniors afford their prescription drugs,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cEnding the Part D Premium Stabilization Program could mean higher premiums and greater financial strain for millions of seniors. The Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act will help ensure that Medicare beneficiaries have the stability and certainty they deserve.\"\n\n\u201cEvery trip to the grocery store and every monthly bill is increasingly painful for my older neighbors,\" said Rep. Castor. \"The added strain of higher prescription drugs costs is the last thing they need, so I will fight to reverse a recent HHS scheme to increase Medicare prescription drug costs for seniors and people with disabilities. The Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act will reverse the HHS scheme, keep premiums down and provide greater certainty on health care costs. Seniors worked hard for their earned Medicare benefits, and I am fighting to keep those benefits affordable and dependable.\u201d\n\nCMS established the demonstration in 2025 following changes to the Medicare Part D benefit under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), with the goal of helping stabilize premiums for beneficiaries enrolled in standalone prescription drug plans.\n\nThe IRA made several changes to Medicare prescription drug coverage, including establishing a $2,000 annual cap on out-of-pocket prescription drug costs beginning in 2025. As the redesigned benefit shifted a greater share of prescription drug costs to Part D plans, the Premium Stabilization Demonstration was created to help mitigate premium increases and provide greater stability during the transition.\n\nAccording to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), the demonstration saved seniors $312 on average in 2026. Ending the demonstration could expose beneficiaries to higher premiums beginning in 2027.\n\nThe Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act would require CMS to:\n\nContinue the Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration through calendar year 2029;\n\nContinue the demonstration in subsequent years if terminating it would result in higher premiums for Medicare beneficiaries; and\n\nIssue guidance for calendar year 2027 within 30 days of enactment to provide seniors and Part D plans with greater certainty ahead of the upcoming plan year.\n\nA senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee, which has jurisdiction over Medicare, Rep. Sewell has consistently championed efforts to lower prescription drug costs and strengthen access to affordable health care for seniors. She strongly advocated for the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act\u2019s prescription drug provisions, and was the only member of Alabama's congressional delegation at the time to vote in favor of the law.\n\nThe Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act is also cosponsored by Reps. Nanette Barrag\u00e1n (CA-44), Troy Carter (LA-02), J. Luis Castro (CA-46), Jim Costa (CA-21), Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Debbie Dingell (MI-06), Jonathan L. Jackson (IL-01), Henry \u201cHank\u201d Johnson (GA-04), Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08), Kweisi Mfume (MD-07), Doris O. Matsui (CA-07), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC-00), Tom Suozzi (NY-03), Ritchie Torres (NY-15), Lauren Underwood (IL-14), and Marc Veasey (TX-33).\n\nBill text is available here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-15T09:50:21Z", "2026-09-15T09:52:05Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-leads-alabama-delegation-championing-north-alabama-space-academy-moves", "Strong leads Alabama Delegation championing North Alabama as Space Academy moves ahead", "2026-09-14", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Representative Dale W. Strong (AL-05) led a bicameral delegation letter to the commission charged with the development of a U.S. Space Academy, highlighting North Alabama\u2019s qualifications to host such an academy.\n\nThe letter, addressed to the Presidential Commission on the U.S. Space Academy, outlines the Tennessee Valley\u2019s legacy and commitment to U.S. space superiority.\n\nOn August 28, President Trump signed an executive order proposing the creation of a U.S. Space Academy, led by NASA, to \u201ctrain the next generation of astronauts, scientists, engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, civil servants, and warfighters to ensure that they are capable of advancing American interests in space.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Alabama Congressional Delegation stands united in support of the President\u2019s vision to establish the United States Space Academy, and we believe there would be no more qualified place than North Alabama to undertake this critical mission,\u201d the letter reads.\n\n\u201cNorth Alabama is the natural home for the United States Space Academy. We have the people, expertise, institutions, infrastructure, and capabilities to lead a world-class Academy that prepares the next generation to advance American leadership in space,\u201d said Rep. Strong. \u201cI\u2019m proud to lead this letter with the support of the Alabama Delegation and highlight North Alabama as the best place to host the United States Space Academy.\u201d\n\n\u201cThere is no better place for President Trump\u2019s U.S. Space Academy than the great state of Alabama,\u201d said Sen. Tuberville. \u201cNicknamed \u2018The Rocket City,\u2019 Huntsville is already home to U.S. Space Command, NASA, and the Missile Defense Agency, not to mention the hundreds of private companies who support America\u2019s space and defense industries. We have the resources, infrastructure, and personnel to support this mission and I\u2019m confident that anyone attending the Academy would be proud to call Alabama home.\u201d\n\n\u201cAlabama is a key player in powering America\u2019s Golden Age of space exploration and U.S. space superiority, bolstered by President Trump\u2019s commitment to ensuring the United States remains the world\u2019s dominant space power. Alabama combines the civil, commercial, and national security capabilities needed to support this important mission. Among them include NASA\u2019s Marshall Space Flight Center, a robust network of aerospace, defense, and technology experts, research institutions, and national security assets like U.S. Space Command Headquarters, Missile Defense Agency, and U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command,\u201d said Sen. Britt. \u201cGiven these unparalleled assets and Alabama\u2019s storied legacy of supporting America\u2019s most complex space missions, locating the U.S. Space Academy in North Alabama would be a natural fit and exceptional asset to our entire nation. I\u2019m proud to join the entire Alabama delegation in making this recommendation. Alabama deserves every and all consideration.\u201d\n\n\u201cWith President Trump\u2019s decision to uphold the move of Space Command to Redstone and NASA, our military, industry, and research institutions already working together here, North Alabama is uniquely positioned to lead America\u2019s next chapter in space,\u201d said Rep. Moore. \u201cNorth Alabama has been at the heart of America\u2019s space program for generations, and there is no better place to prepare the next generation of American space leaders. From the Saturn V to today\u2019s cutting-edge missions, the Tennessee Valley has the people, infrastructure, expertise, and national security assets needed to make the United States Space Force Academy a success.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am proud to join my colleagues in supporting President Trump\u2019s vision for a United States Space Academy, and in making the case there is no better location for it than North Alabama,\u201d said Rep. Aderholt. \u201cThere is a reason Huntsville is known as America\u2019s Rocket City. Before Kennedy Space Center and Mission Control in Houston, Huntsville was already at the heart of America\u2019s modern space program, developing the rockets that carried the first American into space and later took our astronauts to the Moon. That legacy continues today through Marshall Space Flight Center, Redstone Arsenal, U.S. Space Command, and a world-class aerospace workforce. North Alabama has the history, expertise, and infrastructure to train the next generation of American space leaders.\u201d\n\n\u201cAlabama has been at the forefront of our nation\u2019s space program for generations, and there is no better place to train the next generation of American space leaders,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cWith NASA\u2019s Marshall Space Flight Center, Redstone Arsenal, world-class research universities, and a highly skilled aerospace and defense workforce, Alabama already has the experience, infrastructure, and talent necessary to support the mission of the United States Space Academy. I am proud to join Representative Strong and my Alabama colleagues in urging Administrator Isaacman and the Presidential Commission to select North Alabama as the permanent home of the Academy.\u201d\n\n\u201cI was proud to join my Alabama colleagues in urging the Presidential Commission on the United States Space Academy to consider placing this academy in Alabama,\u201d said Rep. Rogers. \u201cPresident Trump has made it clear that US dominance in space is a critical national security goal, and the next step to ensuring this dominance is the establishment of a US Space Academy. The right placement of this academy will be vital. Alabama has a rich history in space exploration and continues to be a national hub of aerospace innovation. Especially given the recent establishment of Space Command Headquarters at Redstone Arsenal, I can think of no better place in the country to establish the United States Space Academy.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-15T09:50:21Z", "2026-09-15T09:52:05Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/9/rep-sewell-marks-25-years-since-the-september-11-terrorist-attacks", "Rep. Sewell Marks 25 Years Since the September 11 Terrorist Attacks", "2026-09-11", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released the following statement marking 25 years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001:\n\n\u201cTwenty-five years ago today, our nation was forever changed by the horrific terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Today, we remember the nearly 3,000 innocent lives lost that day and the thousands of first responders, rescue and recovery workers, and others who have lost their lives in the years since due to 9/11-related illnesses. We also remember their families and loved ones and honor the brave heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice to save others.\n\n\u201cIn the face of unimaginable tragedy, Americans came together with courage, compassion, and a renewed sense of community. Twenty-five years later, we must never forget the lives lost, the heroes who stepped forward, or the spirit of unity that carried our nation through one of its darkest moments.\n\n\u201cMay we continue to honor their memory by supporting the heroes and survivors of 9/11, protecting our country, and upholding the ideals of liberty, justice, equality, and freedom that define who we are as Americans. We will never forget.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-12T09:02:30Z", "2026-09-12T09:03:27Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-joins-hrsa-administrator-engels-rural-healthcare", "Congressman Aderholt Joins HRSA Administrator Engels for Rural Healthcare Announcement", "2026-09-10", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Image\n\nSeptember 10, 2026\n\nHALEYVILLE, AL \u2013 Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) joined Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Tom Engels, for a Rural Healthcare Champions Recognition Event at Lakeland Community Hospital.\n\n\u201cToday, it was an honor to join HRSA Administrator Tom Engels as we celebrated an important milestone for rural healthcare and the communities that depend on it. It was, of course, extra special to be making this announcement in my hometown of Haleyville and at my hometown hospital, Lakeland.\n\n\u201cPresident Trump and his Administration have made strengthening rural healthcare a priority, and I\u2019m proud to have worked with them to advance this important effort. This initiative reflects a deliberate commitment to ensuring our rural hospitals have the resources they need to survive and serve their communities.\n\n\u201cAs Chairman of the Appropriations Subcommittee overseeing health funding, I was proud to secure and advance the Rural Hospital Provider Assistance Program through the Fiscal Year 2026 Consolidated Appropriations Act. Through this program, eligible hospitals will receive direct financial assistance to help maintain and strengthen essential healthcare services.\n\n\u201cAlmost 30 rural hospitals in Alabama were eligible to apply for the grant: Atmore Community Hospital, Bibb Medical Center, Bullock County Hospital, Clay County Hospital, Community Hospital Inc, Crenshaw Community Hospital, D W McMillan Memorial Hospital, EAMC-Lanier, Evergreen Medical Center, Fayette Medical Center, Grove Hill Medical Center, Highlands Medical Center, Hill Hospital of Sumter County, Jackson Medical center, John Paul Jones Hospital, Lake Martin Community Hospital, Lakeland Community Hospital, Marion Regional Medical Center, Mizell Memorial Hospital, Monroe Community Hospital, North Baldwin Infirmary, Northwest Medical Center, Regional Medical Center of Central AL, Russell Medical Center, Russellville Hospital, St. Vincent's Hospital, Troy Regional Medical Center, Whitfield Regional Hospital, and Wiregrass Medical Center.\n\n\u201cThis grant was designed to provide support specifically to small rural hospitals \u2014 those that have no more than 50 beds \u2014 facing payment disadvantages, with the goal of preserving essential healthcare services and preventing avoidable closures. This is a critical need for our rural communities, those like the ones here in Winston County and the surrounding region that Lakeland serves.\n\n\u201cToday, we announced that through the Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program, Lakeland Community Hospital is receiving $490,800 to expand telehealth and establish a non-emergency transportation program for rural patients. Rural families deserve the same access to care as those living in larger cities, and that belief has guided my work throughout my service in Congress. That commitment has meant working directly with hospitals, healthcare providers, and federal agencies to address challenges threatening the long-term viability of rural healthcare.\n\n\u201cOur work is not over though. The Fiscal Year 2027 Labor HHS funding bill advanced by the subcommittee also includes significant increases for key rural health initiatives, including expanding the Rural Hospital Provider Assistance Program from $25 million to $100 million.\n\n\u201cRural hospitals are essential to the health and well-being of our communities, and I look forward to seeing this investment help ensure Alabamians, and rural citizens across the country, can continue to receive quality healthcare close to home.\u201d\n\nIssues:Health Care", 1, "2026-09-11T09:25:29Z", "2026-09-11T09:27:08Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-figures-taylor-introduce-revoke-act-crack-down-chameleon-carriers", "Congressman Figures, Taylor Introduce REVOKE Act to Crack Down on Chameleon Carriers", "2026-09-04", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) and Congressman Dave Taylor (OH-02) introduced the Registration Enforcement for Vehicle Operations of Known Evaders (REVOKE) Act, which will strengthen Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) authority to prevent chameleon carriers from exploiting USDOT registration systems to illegally operate on American roads.\n\n\u201cEvery day, families share the road with commercial trucks, and they deserve to know that the carriers behind the wheel are held to certain safety standards,\u201d said Congressman Figures. \u201cChameleon carriers have dodged accountability by simply rotating their USDOT number and popping back up under a new name. I\u2019m proud to introduce this commonsense bill with Congressman Taylor to combat this issue and improve road safety for families in Alabama and across the country.\u201d\n\n\u201cFor too long, chameleon carriers have exploited gaps in federal enforcement to evade accountability and jeopardize countless American lives,\u201d said Congressman Taylor. \u201cEvery commercial vehicle on our nation\u2019s highways should be operated by a driver who is following the rules, not a bad actor hiding behind inactive or illegitimate USDOT numbers. The REVOKE Act will give the Department of Transportation the tools it needs to shut down this dangerous practice, keep unqualified and unsafe operators off American roads, and prevent needless tragedies caused by reckless CDL drivers.\u201d\n\n\u201cChameleon carriers evade federal oversight by cycling through new registrations, putting everyone at risk. The trucking industry is committed to maintaining the highest safety standards on America\u2019s highways, which is why we appreciate FMCSA\u2019s ongoing efforts to identify and remove bad actors who attempt to circumvent the rules,\u201d said American Trucking Associations SVP of Legislative Affairs Alex Rosen. \u201cThe REVOKE Act would enhance FMCSA\u2019s enforcement actions by cracking down on carriers seeking to operate under inactive USDOT numbers. ATA applauds Reps. Taylor and Figures for introducing this legislation to strengthen the integrity of our nation\u2019s motor carrier safety framework.\u201d\n\nSpecifically, this bill:", 1, "2026-09-05T08:49:07Z", "2026-09-05T08:50:44Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/9/rep-sewell-introduces-legislation-to-protect-college-athletes-from-unexpected-nil-tax-bills", "Rep. Sewell Introduces Legislation to Protect College Athletes from Unexpected NIL Tax Bills", "2026-09-04", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2014 As college football season gets underway, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07), a senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee, introduced the Protecting Student-Athletes from Unexpected Tax Liability Act, legislation to help college athletes avoid unexpected federal tax bills and penalties on income they earn through name, image, and likeness (NIL) agreements.\n\n\u201cI am thrilled that college athletes are finally being compensated for the tremendous talent, hard work, and value they bring to their schools, communities, and sports,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cBut as the NIL landscape continues to evolve, too many young athletes are being asked to navigate complex tax obligations without the knowledge or resources they need.\"\n\n\u201cI have heard troubling stories of student-athletes who were unaware of their tax obligations and later found themselves facing significant tax bills and penalties from the IRS after much of their NIL income had already been spent,\" continued Sewell. \"No young person should be blindsided by an unexpected tax liability simply because they did not understand the complex rules that came with their newfound income. My legislation is a commonsense step toward making sure student-athletes are protected from tax burdens that could follow them long after their playing days are over.\"\n\nThe Protecting Student-Athletes from Unexpected Tax Liability Act would require a portion of NIL compensation to be automatically withheld for federal tax purposes, similar to the withholding that occurs with a traditional paycheck. By withholding taxes when NIL income is paid, the legislation would help student-athletes meet their tax obligations throughout the year and reduce the risk of significant, unexpected tax bills and penalties during tax season.\n\nAutomatic withholding would also simplify tax compliance for student-athletes, many of whom are simultaneously balancing academics, athletics, and the financial responsibilities that come with NIL compensation.\n\nThe need for this legislation was underscored recently by Sam Acho, a nine-year NFL veteran and former NFL Players Association Vice President, who testified before the House Ways and Means Committee about the financial challenges facing college athletes navigating NIL compensation. Acho shared the example of an 18-year-old college athlete who earned $750,000 in NIL income but, after supporting his family and paying for ordinary living expenses, was left with just over $6,000 and a $320,000 tax bill because he did not understand his tax obligations or make estimated quarterly payments. In his testimony, Acho urged Congress to act and specifically proposed automatic withholding for NIL income as a potential solution.\n\nBill text is available here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-09-05T08:49:07Z", "2026-09-05T08:50:44Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-introduces-bill-reverse-presidents-beef-order-and-support-american", "Figures Introduces Bill to Reverse President\u2019s Beef Order and Support American Cattle Producers", "2026-09-02", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) introduced the Protecting American Beef Producers Act, a bill to support American cattle producers by reversing President Trump\u2019s proclamation that allowed for 300,000 metric tons of beef to be imported into the country and sold below market rate.\n\nCongressman Figures\u2019 legislation would:", 1, "2026-09-03T09:29:33Z", "2026-09-03T09:31:32Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/aderholt-votes-condemn-socialism-and-democratic-socialists-america", "Aderholt Votes to Condemn Socialism and the Democratic Socialists of America", "2026-09-01", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today voted in favor of a House resolution condemning socialism in all its forms and denouncing the growing influence of the Democratic Socialists of America and their radical agenda.\n\n\u201cSocialism does not have a good track record, and history has shown us the consequences when government is given control over the economy and the lives of its citizens,\u201d said Congressman Aderholt. \u201cUnder Marxist ideology, everyone shares the poverty. Under capitalism, everyone has the opportunity to share the wealth.\n\n\u201cWhen I was growing up, opposition to communism and Marxism was not a Republican or Democrat issue. Americans understood that these ideologies were fundamentally incompatible with individual liberty, private property and free enterprise. Unfortunately, some of those lessons appear to be fading from our national memory.\n\n\u201cThe Democratic Socialists of America are no longer simply advocating for a larger government. Their agenda calls for fundamental changes to our constitutional system and greater government control over major sectors of the American economy. These are ideas that Americans should take seriously and reject.\n\n\u201cAmerica does not need socialism to address the challenges facing working families. We need policies that give Americans greater opportunity to work, invest, build businesses and succeed. Our free-enterprise system is not perfect, but people throughout history have risked everything to escape socialism for the freedom and opportunity America provides.\n\n\u201cI was proud to vote today to condemn socialism and to reaffirm that America's future must remain rooted in individual liberty, constitutional government, and free enterprise.\u201d\n\nH. Res. 1490 condemns and denounces socialism in all its forms, including the Democratic Socialists of America, and opposes the implementation of socialist policies in the United States. The resolution also reaffirms support for free, fair and secure elections and the principle that American elections are for American citizens.", 1, "2026-09-02T09:19:58Z", "2026-09-02T09:20:51Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-introduces-bill-reverse-trump-administrations-decision-lower-student", "Figures\u00a0Introduces\u00a0Bill\u00a0to\u00a0Reverse Trump Administration\u2019s Decision\u00a0to\u00a0Lower\u00a0Student\u00a0Loan Limits\u00a0for\u00a0Graduate and Professional Education", "2026-09-01", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) introduced the Restoring Opportunity for Advanced Education Act, legislation that would expand access to graduate and professional education by reversing provisions in H.R. 1, also known as the \u201cOne Big Beautiful Bill,\u201d that limit access to federal student loans for graduate and professional students\n\nThe \u201cOne Big Beautiful Bill\u201d imposed student loan borrowing limits on graduate and professional students and eliminated access to Grad PLUS loans for incoming graduate and professional students, forcing them to borrow through more-expensive alternatives.\n\nGraduate students are now limited to borrowing $20,500 annually and $100,000 in aggregate borrowing, while professional students are limited to borrowing $50,000 annually and $200,000 in aggregate borrowing. H.R. 1 also imposes a $257,500 lifetime maximum on student borrowing across federal loan programs.\n\nThe current loan limits are already lower than the average total cost of a medical degree and legal degrees at many institutions. Additionally, H.R. 1 does not tie loan limits to inflation or take rising education costs into consideration, which means that as prices rise, the gap between the cost of a higher education degree and the loan limits will continue to increase, putting certain career choices further out of reach for countless students.", 1, "2026-09-02T09:19:58Z", "2026-09-02T09:20:51Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-votes-condemn-socialism", "Palmer Votes to Condemn Socialism", "2026-09-01", "2026", "2026-09", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Gary J. Palmer", "P000609", "palmer.house.gov", "palmer", "https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "For Immediate Release\n\nMedia Contact: Hope Martin (202) 225-4921\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) voted in favor of H. Res. 1490, a resolution condemning and denouncing socialism in all its forms. Following the vote, Rep. Palmer released the following statement:", 1, "2026-09-02T09:19:58Z", "2026-09-02T09:20:51Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-calls-emergency-hearing-president-trumps-beef-order", "Figures\u00a0Calls for Emergency Hearing on\u00a0President\u00a0Trump\u2019s Beef Order", "2026-08-31", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) sent a letter to House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn \u201cGT\" Thompson requesting a hearing to examine President Trump\u2019s recent proclamation authorizing the import of 300,000 metric tons of foreign beef that can be sold below market-rate, a move that provides minimal to no relief to consumers while harming the long-term viability of local cattle farmers.\n\n\u201cThe Administration has stated that the action is intended to address elevated beef prices and increase the supply of ground beef for American consumers,\u201d Figures wrote. \u201cHowever, the decision has raised significant concerns among cattle producers, agricultural organizations, and consumers about what, if any, economic relief this policy will provide. Furthermore, industry stakeholders have raised concerns that the potential long-term negative impacts of this policy, including higher beef prices and forcing cattle farmers out of business, outweigh any short-term relief, which would be temporary and minimal at best.\u201d\n\nThis move by President Trump comes at a time when farmers are already being hammered by the President\u2019s war in Iran and retaliatory tariffs caused by the White House\u2019s reckless trade policies.", 1, "2026-09-01T09:48:49Z", "2026-09-01T09:49:51Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-introduce-bill-protect-alabama-cattle-farmers-president-trumps-beef", "Figures to Introduce Bill to Protect Alabama Cattle Farmers from President Trump\u2019s Beef Order", "2026-08-27", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) announced that he plans to introduce legislation to reverse President Trump\u2019s plan to allow up to 300,000 metric tons of foreign ground beef to enter the United States tariff-free over the next 90 days\u2014a move that gives little to no relief to consumers and serves as a significant disadvantage to American cattle farmers.\n\nCongressman Figures has continuously pushed to help American farmers. For example, he introduced the Tariff Impacted Farmer Support Act of 2026 to temporarily authorize up to $15 billion in relief for family farms in direct response to Trump\u2019s $20 billion taxpayer bailout to the Government of Argentina while American agricultural producers are facing measurable financial strain.", 1, "2026-08-27T16:10:01Z", "2026-08-27T16:10:50Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/8/rep-sewell-celebrates-the-fda-approval-of-a-new-drug-for-pancreatic-cancer", "Rep. Sewell Celebrates the FDA Approval of a New Drug for Pancreatic Cancer", "2026-08-27", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Birmingham, AL - Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) celebrated the Food and Drug Administration's approval of daraxonrasib, a new drug for treating advanced pancreatic cancer. This drug, taken as two pills a day, is the first treatment that substantially extends the lives of patients with pancreatic cancer.\n\n\"This is incredible news,\" celebrated Rep. Sewell. \"No family in America has been spared the scourge of cancer, including my own. Having lost my mother, the late Nancy Gardner Sewell, to pancreatic cancer, I know firsthand the heartbreak and devastation this disease can bring to a family. That is why I am overjoyed to join millions of Americans in celebrating this historic victory which will help revolutionize the way we treat pancreatic cancer.\"\n\n\"The FDA\u2019s approval of daraxonrasib offers new hope to pancreatic cancer patients and their loved ones, and represents a remarkable step forward in our fight against one of the deadliest forms of cancer,\" continued Rep. Sewell. \"Breakthroughs like this one highlight why we must continue investing in lifesaving research - so that one day we will not only be able to treat pancreatic cancer, but cure it!\u201d\n\nPancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest major cancers, with a five-year survival rate below 20%. This cutting-edge drug, which will be sold under the brand name Rasonque, was approved for patients who have metastatic pancreatic cancer and have already tried chemotherapy. In clinical trials, participants who received daraxonrasib lived for a median of over 13 months, compared with less than seven months for those who received chemotherapy. Some patients who have gotten the drug through clinical trials have lived for years.\n\nThis new breakthrough comes just months after the passage of the Nancy Gardner Sewell Multi-Cancer Early Detection Act, a bipartisan law that ensures seniors on Medicare can get access to the latest lifesaving cancer screening tests. Co-sponsored by Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL) and Rep. Jodey Arrington (R-TX), the bill was one of the most sponsored bill in the 199th Congress with 339 House co-sponsors and 68 Senate co-sponsors and was signed into law by President Trump on February 3, 2026.\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-28T17:11:49Z", "2026-08-28T17:13:14Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-joins-trump-administration-and-alabama-delegation", "Congressman Aderholt Joins Trump Administration and Alabama Delegation in Announcment for $144 million to Improve Rural Healthcare", "2026-08-25", "2026", "2026-08", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "The Trump Administration announced today that a $144 million investment is being delivered to improve health outcomes for Alabamians through the federal Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) This investment will support 138 grants to expand access to care, modernize healthcare technology and infrastructure and strengthen the rural healthcare workforce.\n\nThis funding will help rural providers modernize their technology and cybersecurity, enhance telehealth and mobile care services, strengthen emergency and maternal care, and improve access to mental health and substance use care. The Trump Administration is also investing in expanding the healthcare workforce through training, scholarships, apprenticeships, and recruitment efforts, while helping local providers strengthen community-based care and better coordinate services. These investments will help make healthcare more accessible, connected, secure and sustainable across Alabama regardless of your zip code.\n\n\u201cPresident Trump understands that every American deserves high-quality healthcare, no matter where they live,\u201d said Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. \u201cWe are putting resources directly into rural communities to strengthen the health workforce, modernize infrastructure, expand access, and bring care closer to home. We are giving states the flexibility to build solutions around the people they serve, while demanding accountability for results. That is how we strengthen rural health, improve the lives of patients and families, and Make America Healthy Again.\u201d\n\n\u201cPresident Trump made a historic commitment to rural America, and these investments are turning that commitment into better care for patients in communities across Alabama,\u201d said Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz. \u201cThis is what rural health transformation should look like: federal investment that is putting patients first, driving lasting improvements and expanding healthcare for the hardworking Americans who call these communities home.\u201d\n\nToday\u2019s investment was made possible through the Working Families Tax Cuts Act\u2014 passed by Republicans in Congress and unanimously opposed by Democrats \u2014 delivering a historic $50 billion investment to help states transform the way healthcare is delivered in America.\n\n\u201cAlabama is serious about creating systematic changes through the ARHTP to ensure every citizen has access to quality care. This program is enabling institutions covering every part of the state to improve healthcare for Alabamians through projects that are both innovative and sustainable,\u201d said Gov. Kay Ivey. \u201cFrom the federal policymakers and state administrators to our professional healthcare leaders, I commend all the thoughtful work dedicated to ensuring the success of this program.\u201d\n\n\"The Rural Health Transformation Program reflects a deliberate commitment by President Trump and his administration to ensuring our rural hospitals have the resources they need to survive and serve their communities. Representing one of the more rural congressional districts in America has taught me that where a person lives should never determine the quality of healthcare they receive or the opportunities available to them,\" said Rep. Robert Aderholt. \"I am proud of this historic investment that will improve healthcare access, quality and outcomes for Alabama\u2019s rural communities and look forward to seeing improvements across the state.\"\n\n\"Investing in rural healthcare is critical to making sure every Alabamian, regardless of their zip code, has access to high-quality healthcare. I\u2019m thankful to the Trump Administration for continuing to recognize this and invest in our communities. I was proud to vote for this funding, and I look forward to seeing how this investment improves the lives of people across our state,\" said Sen. Katie Boyd Britt.\n\n\u201cThere has been no greater champion for rural America than President Trump,\u201d said Sen. Tommy Tuberville. \u201cThis $144 million investment that the Trump administration is making in rural healthcare will make a real difference in the lives of thousands of Alabamians. I\u2019m grateful to President Trump, Secretary Kennedy, and CMS Administrator Dr. Oz for their leadership on this and look forward to Alabama reaping the benefits of this important investment.\u201d\n\n\u201cToo many families in rural Alabama have had to travel too far or waited too long to get the care they need. President Trump understands that rural communities deserve the same access to quality healthcare as Americans anywhere else, and this investment will help make that a reality,\u201d said Rep. Barry Moore. \u201cBy strengthening our rural healthcare workforce, expanding mental health and emergency services, and giving local providers the tools they need to modernize, we are investing in the people and communities that make Alabama strong. I\u2019m proud to join President Trump and Republicans in Congress delivering real results for rural Alabama and putting patients first.\u201d\n\n\u201cPresident Trump continues to establish himself as the strongest advocate Alabama has ever had in the White House,\u201d said Rep. Mike Rogers. \u201cThis investment is a huge win for the residents of our rural counties who often struggle to access adequate healthcare. The Trump Administration promised to Make America Healthy Again, and they are delivering yet again.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Trump Administration and Republicans in Congress provided Alabama with more than $203 million in federal funding, and Governor Ivey and state leaders are putting those dollars to work on priorities identified right here at home,\u201d said Rep. Dale Strong. \u201cFrom modernizing rural hospitals and expanding mental health services to training the next generation of doctors and nurses, this investment is delivering real results for rural communities across our state.\u201d\n\n\u201cHaving proposed the inclusion of the Rural Health Transformation Fund into the Working Family Tax Cuts Act, I am proud to see this investment now making a real difference for communities across Alabama,\u201d said Rep. Gary Palmer. \u201cRural communities have faced challenges accessing quality healthcare and attracting and retaining healthcare professionals for too long. This funding will help Alabama strengthen its rural healthcare workforce, expand access to critical services, and give providers the tools they need to better serve their patients. I am grateful to President Trump and his Administration for working with Congress to turn this idea into action and invest in the long-term health of rural America.\u201d", 1, "2026-08-26T05:33:32Z", "2026-08-26T05:34:56Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/8/rep-sewell-statement-on-supreme-court-decision-on-mail-in-voting", "Rep. Sewell Statement on Supreme Court Decision on Mail-In Voting", "2026-08-25", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C.\u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released the following statement on the decision by the U.S. Supreme Court clearing the way for President Trump's restrictions on mail-in voting:\n\n\u201cPresident Trump is terrified of losing at the ballot box in November. He knows his policies are raising costs and hurting families, so instead of changing course, he is trying to change the rules to make it harder for Americans to vote. It is shameful that the Supreme Court would allow these restrictions to proceed\u2014especially when we know that voting by mail is safe, secure, and used by millions of Americans, including President Trump himself. With just weeks left until the midterm elections, this decision will cause chaos and confusion for voters across the nation.\n\n\"As a daughter of Selma and the top Democrat on the Elections Subcommittee, I will not stand for these attacks on the ballot. I will keep fighting to protect the right to vote and ensure every eligible American can make their voice heard.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-26T05:33:32Z", "2026-08-26T05:34:56Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-mourns-loss-cullman-businessman-oldest-living", "Congressman Aderholt Mourns the Loss of Cullman Businessman, Oldest Living Marine, Roy Drinkard at 106", "2026-08-24", "2026", "2026-08", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Cullman, AL \u2014Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) released the following statement on the passing of Roy Drinkard of Cullman, a World War II veteran, businessman and longtime community leader. Drinkard was 106 years old.\n\n\u201cCaroline and I were so sad to learn of the passing of our friend, Mr. Roy Drinkard. Roy lived 106 remarkable years, and it would be difficult to measure the impact he had on Cullman, our state and the countless people who had the privilege of knowing him.\n\n\u201cRoy was part of a generation of Americans who understood service as a responsibility. As a young man, he served our nation as a United States Marine during World War II, including service in the Pacific. That commitment to service continued throughout the rest of his life, whether it was through his work in business, his efforts to bring new jobs and opportunities to North Alabama, his support for education, or the many ways he helped people throughout his community.\n\n\u201cRoy had an entrepreneurial spirit and a vision for what Cullman could become. His work with the \u2018Flying 50\u2019 and his nearly three decades leading the Cullman Industrial Development Board helped transform the local economy and attract new industry to the area. But his impact reached far beyond Cullman. In fact, many people may not realize that the new movie theater in Albertville, in Marshall County, is a Roy Drinkard development. It is just one example of the investments he made in communities across North Alabama and throughout the Southeast.\n\n\u201cHe was also a longtime trustee of Troy University and believed strongly in education and creating opportunities for the next generation. Over the years, his generosity helped provide educational opportunities for many young people.\n\n\u201cHis list of accomplishments is long, but those accomplishments are not what I will remember most about Roy. I will remember the man himself. Roy was a good man, a man of faith and a good friend. He had a genuine interest in people, and no matter who you were, he had a way of making you feel welcome.\n\n\u201cEven at 106, Roy remained an extraordinary representative of the United States Marine Corps and of the World War II generation. He was recently inducted into the Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame, and at the time of his passing held the distinction of being the oldest living United States Marine.\n\n\u201cCaroline and I are grateful for Roy\u2019s friendship and for the example he set during a life that spanned more than a century. We are praying for the Drinkard family and for the many people across Alabama who are mourning his loss.\n\n\u201cRoy, while we are sad at your passing, we take comfort in knowing you are now celebrating in the presence of the Lord. You lived a life of service to your country, your community and your fellow man, and you will be greatly missed.\u201d", 1, "2026-08-25T05:31:37Z", "2026-08-25T05:33:09Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/aderholt-celebrates-grand-opening-auburn-university-applied-research", "Aderholt Celebrates Grand Opening of Auburn University Applied Research Institute Lab in Huntsville", "2026-08-19", "2026", "2026-08", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "HUNTSVILLE, AL \u2014 Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) joined fellow members of Alabama\u2019s congressional delegation and Auburn University leaders Tuesday to celebrate the grand opening of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute Lab in Huntsville, highlighting the university\u2019s growing role in strengthening America\u2019s national defense and advancing cutting-edge technology.\n\nAderholt was joined at the August 18 event by U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, Congressman Mike Rogers, Congressman Dale Strong, and his wife, Caroline Aderholt, who serves on the Auburn University Board of Trustees.\n\n\u201cThis new facility represents the forward-thinking collaboration that keeps Alabama as a cornerstone of America\u2019s defense industry,\u201d said Congressman Aderholt. \u201cAuburn continues to demonstrate how academic excellence, innovative research, and a commitment to service can come together to address the real-world needs of our warfighters and strengthen our national security.\u201d\n\nAderholt has championed Auburn University\u2019s work on the Pathfinder Multi-domain Operations program through directed appropriations. The program connects Auburn students and researchers with the needs of American soldiers, helping develop solutions to immediate battlefield challenges while providing students with hands-on experience supporting the nation\u2019s armed forces.\n\n\u201cThe Pathfinder Program has proven invaluable to our warfighters while creating a unique opportunity for Auburn students to put their talents to work in service to our country,\u201d Aderholt said. \u201cIt is exactly the kind of partnership we should be encouraging\u2014one that strengthens our national security while preparing the next generation of American innovators.\u201d\n\nThe new Auburn University Applied Research Institute facility builds upon Alabama\u2019s longstanding leadership in defense, aerospace, engineering, cybersecurity, and advanced technology. Located in Huntsville, the institute further connects Auburn\u2019s research capabilities with the defense and technology community that has made North Alabama one of the nation\u2019s most important centers for national security innovation.\n\n\u201cAuburn University is one of the proud pillars of innovation in our state, and this new facility is another example of Alabama leading the way,\u201d Aderholt said. \u201cFrom advanced engineering and cybersecurity to defense research, Auburn is turning world-class academic expertise into practical results. I am proud to support that work and look forward to seeing what will be accomplished here in the years ahead.\u201d\n\nThe Auburn University Applied Research Institute represents a continued investment in defense research and advanced technology development, further strengthening Alabama\u2019s contribution to the nation\u2019s defense industrial base.", 1, "2026-08-20T05:28:41Z", "2026-08-20T05:29:58Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-hold-fourth-annual-academy-day", "Strong to hold Fourth Annual Academy Day", "2026-08-17", "2026", "2026-08", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Representative Dale W. Strong (AL-05) will host a Military Service and Academy Day on August 22 for high school students interested in attending a United States service academy.\n\n\"The fact that so many North Alabamians willingly answer the call to serve our nation in uniform speaks volumes of the patriotism held by our district\u2019s youth,\u201d said Representative Dale W. Strong. \u201cIt has been my honor to nominate over 150 young men and women to date to attend U.S. service academies and ensure students are prepared to take the next step in their path to leading the next generation of American servicemembers.\u201d\n\nRepresentative Strong\u2019s fourth annual Academy Day will take place on Saturday, August 22 from 9:00 am \u2013 12:00 pm at the Auburn University Research and Innovation Campus in Huntsville.\n\nThe event will include academy representatives from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy, and the Marine Merchant Academy; military preparatory schools; and representatives with collegiate ROTC and Alabama National Guard programs.\n\nTo attend a military service academy, students must meet certain eligibility requirements and receive a nomination from a Member of Congress, the Vice President, or the President. Students interested in receiving a nomination from Representative Strong are encouraged to attend.\n\nMore information on the nomination process will be provided at the event and can be found HERE.\n\nWHAT: Rep. Strong Academy Day\n\nWHEN: Saturday, August 22 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm\n\nWHERE: Auburn University Research and Innovation Campus\n\n345 Voyager Way, Huntsville, AL 35806\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-18T05:27:41Z", "2026-08-18T05:29:06Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-announces-85-million-fix-runway-montgomery-airport", "Figures Announces $8.5 Million to Fix Runway at the Montgomery Airport", "2026-08-14", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02), a member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, announced that over $8.5 million in federal funding has been awarded for renovations and improvements at the Montgomery Regional Airport.\n\nThe funding will help strengthen core airport infrastructure while enhancing safety and operational efficiency. These improvements are critical to ensuring the airport can meet current needs, maintain compliance with federal standards, and support continued growth in passenger travel and business activity.\n\n\u201cI'm thrilled to see our community receive significant federal support and investment with over $8.5 million in federal funding,\u201d said Congressman Figures. \u201cThe Montgomery Regional Airport is essential to our local, state and regional economy, and this funding will help to make necessary infrastructure updates to improve conditions at the airport and ensure its long-term viability.\u201d\n\nThe $8,506,686 in federal funding comes through a Department of Transportation grant and will go toward rehabilitating over 9,000 feet of existing runway to enhance structural integrity, minimize debris, and extend the useful lifetime of the runway.", 1, "2026-08-16T05:26:31Z", "2026-08-16T05:27:49Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/8/one-year-later-rep-sewell-returns-to-the-grocery-store-to-highlight-trump-s-broken-promise-to-lower-prices", "One Year Later, Rep. Sewell Returns to the Grocery Store to Highlight Trump\u2019s Broken Promise to Lower Prices", "2026-08-11", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Sewell compares prices of everyday groceries to last year, calls out Trump and Republicans for failing to deliver relief to Alabama families\n\nBirmingham, AL \u2014 One year after highlighting the rising cost of groceries under President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) is back in the grocery store with a message: Alabamians are still paying the price for Trump\u2019s broken promises.\n\nToday, Rep. Sewell released a new video from a grocery store in Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District comparing the prices of everyday essentials\u2014including tomatoes, coffee, ground beef, and fresh fruits and vegetables\u2014to what those same items cost at this time last year.\n\nThe video serves as a sequel to Rep. Sewell\u2019s August 2025 video highlighting the sharp increase in grocery prices facing Alabama families. At the time, Sewell warned that the rising cost of food was putting a growing strain on working families. One year later, she is once again taking the issue directly to the grocery aisle to show that the affordability crisis has not gone away.\n\n\u201cLast year, I invited my constituents to come grocery shopping with me to highlight the rising cost of everyday essentials,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cOne year later, I\u2019m back, and the promise that President Trump made to bring prices down is still nowhere to be found.\u201d\n\nPresident Trump campaigned on a promise to immediately bring down the cost of goods, saying he would \u201cimmediately bring prices down, starting on day one.\u201d Yet grocery prices remain high, and families continue to struggle with the cost of putting food on the table. The latest federal data show grocery prices were still higher than a year earlier.\n\nRep. Sewell has made lowering the cost of living a top priority and recently released a comprehensive report detailing the affordability crisis facing Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District, including rising costs for groceries, housing, utilities, gas, and health care.\n\nShe is calling on President Trump and congressional Republicans to stop making excuses, start delivering results, and work with Democrats on solutions that actually lower costs for working families.\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-12T06:18:38Z", "2026-08-12T06:20:33Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/8/rep-sewell-marks-the-61st-anniversary-of-the-signing-of-the-voting-rights-act-of-1965", "Rep. Sewell Marks the 61st Anniversary of the Signing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965", "2026-08-06", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Birmingham, AL \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released a video message marking the 61st anniversary of the signing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Sewell honored the courage of the Civil Rights heroes who made the landmark law possible and called on Americans to continue the fight to protect the fundamental right to vote.\n\nWatch Rep. Sewell's video message here.\n\nRep. Sewell: Today marks 61 years since President Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law\u2014a law made possible by the courage of ordinary people who did extraordinary things right here in Alabama's 7th Congressional District.\n\nFrom the foot of the Edmund Pettus Bridge to communities across our district, so many risked everything to secure the fundamental right to vote.\n\nToday, that landmark law has never been more at risk. Years of court decisions have weakened the VRA, allowing extremists to make it harder for Americans to cast their ballots. It is a reminder that our progress isn\u2019t guaranteed. Every generation must fight to preserve it and advance it.\n\nThat's why I'm proud to lead the fight in Congress to restore the full protections of the Voting Rights Act as the author and lead sponsor of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.\n\nBut protecting our democracy isn't just Congress's job. We must answer these attacks the same way generations before us did: by voting. Voting like we've never voted before.\n\nOn this anniversary, let's honor those who came before us by continuing the fight to protect every American's freedom to vote.\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-07T06:11:19Z", "2026-08-07T06:12:42Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-senate-introduction-perform-act-alabama-stands-united-time-usps-deliver", "Strong on Senate Introduction of PERFORM ACT: \u2018Alabama Stands United; Time for USPS to Deliver\u2019", "2026-08-03", "2026", "2026-08", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Representative Dale Strong (AL-05) issued the following statement regarding the introduction of the Senate companion to his legislation, H.R. 9936, the Postal Executive Responsibility, Fiscal Oversight, and Results-based Management (PERFORM) Act, by Senators Katie Britt (R-AL) and Tommy Tuberville (R-AL).\n\n\u201cAlabamians deserve a Postal Service that delivers their mail on time and a Postmaster General who is accountable for results,\u201d said Congressman Strong. \u201cWith Alabama's entire congressional delegation united behind this effort, we're sending a clear message: it\u2019s time for the U.S. Postal Service to deliver.\u201d\n\nIn announcing his introduction of the PERFORM Act, Representative Strong previously stated:\n\n\u201cThe American people don't get bonuses for failure, and neither should the Postmaster General. The PERFORM Act ends the practice of rewarding poor performance and makes clear that leadership must earn incentive pay by delivering results \u2013 not excuses,\u201d said Representative Strong. \u201cIf the U.S. Postal Service were a private sector operation, it would have filed for bankruptcy years ago. Further, if a CEO\u2019s tenure saw an average annual net loss of $10 billion while service standards continued to decline, company leadership would be standing in the unemployment line \u2013 not collecting performance bonuses.\u201d\n\nThe U.S. Postal Service has reported more than $25 billion in net losses over the past three fiscal years, including a $9 billion loss in Fiscal Year 2025. At the same time, millions of Americans have faced delays in receiving medications, bills, checks, legal documents, election mail, and other time-sensitive correspondence.\n\nDespite these persistent service failures and financial losses, the Postmaster General remains eligible for a performance-based bonus, continuing a pattern in which Postmaster Generals have received more than $2 million in bonuses over the past decade.\n\nThe PERFORM Act restores accountability by prohibiting a performance-based bonus for the Postmaster General if, during the preceding fiscal year, the Postal Service:\n\nFails to meet nationwide service performance targets;\n\nReports a net loss;\n\nReceives a material weakness, adverse audit opinion, or disclaimer in its financial audit; or\n\nFails to submit a required report to Congress.\n\nOriginal House cosponsors of the PERFORM Act include Representatives Barry Moore (AL-01), Shomari Figures (AL-02), Mike Rogers (AL-03), Robert Aderholt (AL-04), Gary Palmer (AL-06), and Terri Sewell (AL-07).\n\nSince taking office, Congressman Strong has led numerous efforts to improve mail service and strengthen accountability at the U.S. Postal Service, including:\n\nSecuring a USPS Office of Inspector General audit of mail delivery performance, staffing levels, and operational bottlenecks affecting North Alabama in the Fiscal Year 2027 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act.\n\nDirecting USPS to review unique ZIP Code designations for communities including Priceville and Skyline to better reflect municipal boundaries and improve service.\n\nAdvocating for a new post office in the 35763 ZIP Code to meet the needs of one of Alabama's fastest-growing areas.\n\nLeading efforts to restore a North Alabama-based Processing and Distribution Center to strengthen mail service and improve delivery reliability.\n\n###", 1, "2026-08-04T07:35:49Z", "2026-08-04T07:37:27Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/in-the-news/figures-holds-town-meeting-agriculture", "Figures Holds Town Meeting on Agriculture", "2026-08-02", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "\u201cOne of the big issues we have right now, and we've been having for some time now, is how much it is costing you to produce things that you can no longer sell at the rates that you need to be able to sell them for either domestically or internationally,\u201d Figures said. \u201cSome of that is market driven, but some of the hurdles that we have right now, some of the significant ones, they are, they have nothing to do with the market factors. They have nothing to do with supply. They have nothing to do with demand. They have nothing to do with environmental factors of a bad year or a drought. It's self-inflicted. And that is, that's the Straight of Hormuz. That is something that we have made a conscious decision to be engaged in as a nation. And it is artificially driving up fuel costs.\u201d\n\nFigures also said about 60 percent of the raw materials needed to make fertilizer also must travel through the Strait of Hormuz. He said interruptions to shipping in the Middle East were also affecting the price of fertilizer as well.\n\nFigures said one of the most disruptive federal policies to farming have been tariffs.\n\n\u201cNobody voted for [tarrifs], nobody,\u201d Figures said. \u201c[Tariffs] are not good local economics because at the end of the day when farmers here can sell fewer of their products for a lower price that has an impact that they feel in the county commission's budget; that is an impact that they feel in the City of Troy's budget; that is an impact that you feel obviously in your personal wallets.\n\n\u201cSo that's one of the reasons that I've supported a number of the things that we've done because I feel that we are in a position now where there are decisions that are being made that are affecting people in Alabama directly in their pockets directly and some of it is government induced and it is self-inflicted.\n\n\u201cI feel this is one of the reasons I voted against the Farm Bill, or what was left of the Farm Bill after they split it up this year was because it did not do enough to compensate for that harm to Alabama farmers. It threw pennies at the farmers who've been taking it on the chin with these raised fuel prices with these raised fertilizer prices with these dried up export markets where they're able to sell less to fewer countries. It didn't do enough for them and that is something that I will never sit by and accept as a member of Congress.\u201d", 1, "2026-08-10T06:13:07Z", "2026-08-10T06:14:46Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/in-the-news/rep-figures-warns-social-security-jeopardy-alabama-seniors", "Rep. Figures warns Social Security in jeopardy for Alabama seniors.", "2026-07-29", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Congressman Shomari Figures (D-AL) delivered a warning at the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce briefing on Wednesday, highlighting how looming federal issues, specifically the solvency of Social Security, threaten to disproportionately impact Alabamians.\n\n\u201cWe know that seniors here in the State of Alabama, for a lot of them, for many of them, they weren\u2019t fortunate enough to have big 401(k)s, big IRAs,\u201d Figures said. \u201cTheir retirement plan looks like this: own my own home, have children that can help take care of us, and Social Security.\u201d\n\nFigures pointed to updated projections showing the Social Security Trust Fund is on track to run out of money ahead of schedule, with the exhaustion date now expected in 2032.\n\n\u201cWhat that means in the State of Alabama is that the average Social Security benefit at that time that our seniors receive will be reduced by about 20% to 30%,\u201d Figures warned. \u201cThat is real. That is a real problem.\u201d\n\nFigures said that more than 50% of seniors in Alabama rely on Social Security as their primary source of income.\n\nIn June 2026, approximately 75,000 Alabamians were receiving Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).\n\nThe financial strain is compounded by low average incomes across the state. While the individual median income in Alabama sits at approximately $34,000, Figures noted that \u201cfor seniors in the State of Alabama, that number is even lower.\u201d\n\nThe threat to retirement benefits is not the only federal issue impacting Alabamians. Figures noted that legislation passed in Washington, D.C., including the Big Beautiful Bill Act, could signal significant financial shifts for the elderly.\n\nFigures said that other sectors of Alabama\u2019s economy and community are also feeling the squeeze of federal policy decisions, including agricultural tariffs and changes to food assistance programs that have caused some parents to lose SNAP benefits.", 1, "2026-08-07T06:11:19Z", "2026-08-07T06:12:42Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/7/rep-sewell-releases-new-report-detailing-the-affordability-crisis-facing-alabama-s-7th-congressional-district", "Rep. Sewell Releases New Report Detailing the Affordability Crisis Facing Alabama's 7th Congressional District", "2026-07-26", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Report outlines rising cost of groceries, housing, utilities, gas, and healthcare under President Trump and Congressional Republicans\n\nBirmingham, AL \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released a new report examining the growing affordability crisis facing families across Alabama's 7th Congressional District. The report details how President Trump's economic policies and congressional Republicans' legislative agenda have driven up the cost of everyday essentials while threatening access to healthcare and food assistance for thousands of Alabamians.\n\nThe report comes as House Democrats unveil their \"Fighting For An Affordable America Agenda,\" with exactly 100 days until Election Day. The agenda involves three pillars: lowering the cost of groceries, gas and housing, providing affordable healthcare for every American, and cleaning corruption by holding the crooks accountable.\n\nWatch Rep. Sewell's video message here.\n\nAmong its findings, the report notes that Alabama families are paying an average of $2,700 more for basic living expenses, families in Alabama's 7th District now spend an average of $1,110 per month on groceries, and approximately 70,000 people in AL-07 are expected to see their health insurance costs rise because Republicans allowed enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits to expire. The average Alabama household has paid $686 more for gasoline since President Trump launched his unauthorized war in Iran, and more than 81,800 Alabamians have already lost SNAP benefits under Republicans' budget law.\n\n\"One hundred days before Election Day, Alabama families deserve to know the truth about who is driving up their costs,\" said Rep. Sewell.\"President Trump promised to lower prices on Day One. Instead, families across Alabama's 7th District are paying more for groceries, housing, electricity, gas, and healthcare while Republicans in Congress have chosen to cut Medicaid and food assistance to help pay for tax breaks for billionaires.\"\n\n\"It doesn't have to be this way,\" continued Sewell. \"House Democrats are fighting for an Affordable America by lowering the cost of groceries, gas, and housing, making healthcare more affordable, and holding corporations accountable when they exploit consumers and drive up prices. Alabama families deserve an economy that works for them\u2014not just the wealthy and well-connected.\"\n\nThe report highlights several economic challenges facing Alabama families, including:\n\nAlabama families are paying an average of $2,700 more for basic living expenses under President Trump and congressional Republicans.\n\nFamilies in Alabama's 7th District paid an average of $233 more for electricity in 2025.\n\nThe average monthly grocery bill in AL-07 has reached $1,110.\n\nThe average Alabama household has paid $686 more for gasoline since the start of President Trump's war in Iran.\n\nThe average annual cost of child care for two children in Alabama has climbed to $16,640.\n\nApproximately 24,353 people in Alabama's 7th District are projected to lose health coverage because of Republican cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act.\n\nMore than 81,800 Alabamians have already lost SNAP benefits.\n\nMore than 20,000 Alabama individuals and families filed for bankruptcy in 2025, a 6.7 percent increase over the previous year.\n\nThe full report, \"The Affordability Crisis in Alabama's 7th Congressional District: How President Trump and Congressional Republicans Are Driving Up Costs for Alabama Families,\" is available here.", 1, "2026-07-27T08:26:39Z", "2026-07-27T08:27:48Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-introduces-bill-hold-usps-accountable-tying-postmaster-general-pay", "Strong Introduces Bill to Hold USPS Accountable, Tying Postmaster General Pay to Performance", "2026-07-24", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, U.S. Representative Dale Strong (AL-05), along with the entire Alabama House delegation, introduced the Postal Executive Responsibility, Fiscal Oversight, and Results-based Management (PERFORM) Act, legislation that ties the Postmaster General's compensation to the Postal Service's mail delivery and financial performance.\n\n\u201cThe American people don't get bonuses for failure, and neither should the Postmaster General. The PERFORM Act ends the practice of rewarding poor performance and makes clear that leadership must earn incentive pay by delivering results \u2013 not excuses,\u201d said Representative Strong.\n\nThe U.S. Postal Service has reported more than $25 billion in net losses over the past three fiscal years, including a $9 billion loss in Fiscal Year 2025. At the same time, millions of Americans have faced delays in receiving medications, bills, checks, legal documents, election mail, and other time-sensitive correspondence.\n\nDespite these persistent service failures and financial losses, the Postmaster General remains eligible for a performance-based bonus, continuing a pattern in which Postmaster Generals have received more than $2 million in bonuses over the past decade.\n\nThe PERFORM Act restores accountability by prohibiting a performance-based bonus for the Postmaster General if, during the preceding fiscal year, the Postal Service:\n\nFails to meet nationwide service performance targets;\n\nReports a net loss;\n\nReceives a material weakness, adverse audit opinion, or disclaimer in its financial audit; or\n\nFails to submit a required report to Congress.\n\n\u201cIf the U.S. Postal Service were a private sector operation, it would have filed for bankruptcy years ago. Further, if a CEO\u2019s tenure saw an average annual net loss of $10 billion while service standards continued to decline, company leadership would be standing in the unemployment line \u2013 not collecting performance bonuses,\u201d continued Strong.\n\nOriginal cosponsors of the PERFORM Act include Representatives Barry Moore (AL-01), Shomari Figures (AL-02), Mike Rogers (AL-03), Robert Aderholt (AL-04), Gary Palmer (AL-06), and Terri Sewell (AL-07).\n\n\"The American people expect accountability from every part of the federal government, and the U.S. Postal Service should be no exception,\" said Rep. Barry Moore. \"When USPS is losing billions of dollars, failing to meet service standards, and falling short of basic financial accountability, taxpayers should not be expected to foot the bill for performance bonuses. It is absurd to reward bonuses to bureaucrats that fail to meet basic operational standards. I'm proud to join Congressman Dale Strong in standing up for taxpayers and bringing common-sense accountability back to Washington.\"\n\n\u201cI was proud to join my friend, Rep. Dale Strong, in introducing this commonsense legislation to incentivize better performance by the Postmaster General,\u201d said Rep. Mike Rogers. \u201cThe United States Postal Service loses billions per year, yet the Postmaster General still receives performance-based bonuses nearing $200,000. We must hold the Postmaster General to account, and removing performance-based bonuses in years following substandard results is a great start.\u201d\n\n\"As we celebrate America\u2019s 250th anniversary, it\u2019s worth remembering that the United States Postal Service is actually older than the nation itself,\u201d said Rep. Robert Aderholt. \u201cYet in recent years, it has fallen far short of the vision our first Postmaster General, Benjamin Franklin, had for our national mail service. Postal rates have continued to climb while service has become slower and less reliable. That\u2019s why I\u2019m proud to be an original cosponsor of the PERFORM Act, led by Congressman Strong, to help hold the Postal Service accountable to its customers, the American people.\"\n\n\"The Postal Service has lost billions of dollars while Americans continue to deal with delayed mail and declining service, yet executives are still eligible for hefty bonuses,\u201d said Rep. Gary Palmer. \u201cBeing rewarded with taxpayer dollars for poor service is unacceptable. The PERFORM Act puts an end to this by ensuring taxpayer-funded performance pay is tied to actual performance and accountability. I appreciate Congressman Strong's leadership and am proud to support this legislation.\"\n\n\u201cI am proud to join my colleagues in the Alabama delegation in supporting the PERFORM Act which will improve oversight of U.S. Postal Service leadership,\u201d said Rep. Terri Sewell. \u201cPostal workers and post offices are lifelines for our communities, and they deserve the resources necessary to carry out their critical mission.\u201d\n\n\"The Postmaster General should not receive performance bonuses while the Postal Service is losing billions of dollars and customers are experiencing severe delays,\" said Rep. Figures. \"If anyone should be receiving a bonus, it's the hardworking men and women who are out there breaking a sweat day in and day out doing what they can to actually deliver the mail, not a bureaucrat sitting behind a desk in an air-conditioned office in Washington, DC. I'm happy to join Rep. Strong in introducing this commonsense, bipartisan bill to raise standards and ensure accountability.\u201d\n\nSince taking office, Congressman Strong has led numerous efforts to improve mail service and strengthen accountability at the U.S. Postal Service, including:\n\nSecuring a USPS Office of Inspector General audit of mail delivery performance, staffing levels, and operational bottlenecks affecting North Alabama in the Fiscal Year 2027 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act.\n\nDirecting USPS to review unique ZIP Code designations for communities including Priceville and Skyline to better reflect municipal boundaries and improve service.\n\nAdvocating for a new post office in the 35763 ZIP Code to meet the needs of one of Alabama's fastest-growing areas.\n\nLeading efforts to restore a North Alabama-based Processing and Distribution Center to strengthen mail service and improve delivery reliability.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-25T07:13:44Z", "2026-07-25T07:15:09Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/in-the-news/shomari-figures-introduces-bill-calling-tuskegee-airmen-memorial-dc", "Shomari Figures introduces bill calling for Tuskegee Airmen memorial in DC", "2026-07-24", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON (WALA) - Alabama Rep. Shomari Figures has introduced the Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Act, a bill that would authorize the construction of a memorial in Washington, D.C., honoring the Black military pilots and support personnel who served in World War II.\n\nThe bill is co-sponsored by Alabama\u2019s entire House congressional delegation. If passed. the bill would authorize Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated to establish the memorial on federal land in the nation\u2019s capital.\n\nThe Tuskegee Airmen trained in Alabama and went on to become one of the most decorated fighting forces in American history. They broke barriers in the sky while facing discrimination at home.\n\nFigures said the Tuskegee Airmen\u2019s courage helped pave the way for the desegregation of the U.S. military.", 1, "2026-08-07T06:11:19Z", "2026-08-07T06:12:42Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/aderholt-votes-favor-fy27-national-defense-authorization-act-advancing", "Aderholt Votes in Favor of FY27 National Defense Authorization Act: Advancing Peace Through Strength", "2026-07-23", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "This office is located on the backside of the Cullman Dental Arts building up the handicap ramp. It serves Cullman and Winston Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Fayette, Lamar, Marion and Walker Counties. It also serves the portion of Tuscaloosa County north of the Black Warrior River, but also down the western side of the county to include the Ralph, Fosters areas.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Colbert and Franklin Counties. It also serves residents of Lauderdale County from roughly Center Star, west to the Mississippi line.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office is located on the backside of the Cullman Dental Arts building up the handicap ramp. It serves Cullman and Winston Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Fayette, Lamar, Marion and Walker Counties. It also serves the portion of Tuscaloosa County north of the Black Warrior River, but also down the western side of the county to include the Ralph, Fosters areas.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Colbert and Franklin Counties. It also serves residents of Lauderdale County from roughly Center Star, west to the Mississippi line.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.", 1, "2026-07-24T07:30:11Z", "2026-07-24T07:31:13Z"], ["https://mikerogers.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4128", "Rep. Rogers Applauds House Passage of the FY27 NDAA with Key Wins for the State of Alabama", "2026-07-23", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Mike Rogers", "R000575", "mikerogers.house.gov", "mikerogers", "https://mikerogers.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (AL-03) released a statement praising the House passage of H.R. 8800, The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27 NDAA).\n\n\u201cOur national security depends on a ready, capable, and well-equipped fighting force backed by a robust and innovative defense industrial base. The FY27 NDAA delivers that. This is a strong bill that builds on President Trump\u2019s Peace Through Strength agenda, supports servicemembers and military families, and gives our warfighters the resources they need to fight and win.\n\nPeace Through Strength begins long before the battlefield\u2014it is forged in America\u2019s factories, depots, and shipyards. After years of underinvestment, the FY27 NDAA revitalizes America\u2019s defense industrial base and gives our military the capacity to deter our adversaries and carry out President Trump\u2019s Peace Through Strength Agenda.\"\n\nThe following provisions included in the House-passed FY27 NDAA directly benefit the state of Alabama:\n\nAnniston Army Depot\n\nAccess Control Point: $53,000,000\n\nConsolidated Shipping and Receiving Facility: $5,400,000\n\nWelding Shop: $4,940,000\n\nRedstone Arsenal\n\nSpace Force Operational Facility: $250,000,000\n\nUSSPACECOM HQ: $450,000,000\n\nAuthorized Air Force Construction: $2,050,000,000\n\nPower Generation and Microgrid Installation: $90,000,000\n\nPower Generation and Microgrid Investment Program: $90,000,000\n\nMaxwell Air Force Base\n\nMaxwell Elementary/Middle School Addition: $44,000,000\n\n42d Medical Group: Prohibition on Discontinuing Educational and Developmental Intervention Services\n\nMilitary Housing Privatization Initiative Restructure for Air Education and Training Command Group II: $65,000,000\n\nDefense Agencies' military construction authorization for projects at Maxwell Air Force Base: $44,000,000\n\nBirmingham\n\nArmy Reserve Center/Army Maintenance Support Activity/Land Acquisition: $57,000,000\n\nFort Rucker\n\nUH-60 Blackhawk\n\nUH-60 Blackhawk M Model (MYP) New Procurement: $289,257,000\n\nBlackhawk Product Improvement Program: $35,147,000\n\nCH-47 Chinook\n\nCH-47 Helicopter New Procurement: $591,645,000\n\nCH-47 Cargo Helicopter Modifications: $108,408,000\n\nMH-47 Chinook\n\nProcurement of MH-47 Chinook helicopters for special operations aviation: $168,411,000\n\nChinook Product Improvement Program: $7,277,000\n\nUH-72 Lakota\n\nUtility Helicopter Modifications: $125,013,000\n\nBackground:\n\nThe FY27 NDAA:\n\nRevitalizes the Defense Industrial Base\n\nImplements President Trump\u2019s Peace Through Strength Agenda\n\nImproves Servicemembers\u2019 Quality of Life\n\nRestores Lethal Capabilities\n\nStrengthens American Deterrence\n\nEliminates Waste, Fraud, and Abuse to Save $30 Billion in Taxpayer Dollars\n\nCodifies More than 65 of President Trump\u2019s Executive Orders and Legislative Proposals\n\nRead more here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-24T07:30:11Z", "2026-07-24T07:31:13Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/7/rep-sewell-recognizes-cancer-survivor-and-iron-strong-award-recipient-yolanda-jackson", "Rep. Sewell Recognizes Cancer Survivor and Iron Strong Award Recipient Yolanda Jackson", "2026-07-23", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) spoke on the House Floor to honor three-time cancer survivor Yolanda Jackson. On Friday, July 24, the O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Alabama at Birmingham will honor Ms. Jackson with their Iron Strong Survivor Award for overcoming her courageous battle with cancer.\n\nWatch it on YouTube here.\n\nRep. Sewell: Mister Speaker, I rise today to honor a dear friend, an extraordinary woman of faith, and a living testament to courage and resilience\u2014Ms. Yolanda Jackson.\n\nThis week, the O'Neal Comprehensive Center for Cancer at the University of Alabama at Birmingham will present Yolanda with its Iron Strong Award for her courageous battle with breast cancer. I cannot think of anyone more deserving of this recognition.\n\nI have known Yolanda for more than twenty years. We became fast friends as neighbors in 2005 after we moved into the same apartment complex in Birmingham, Alabama. But our connection actually began years earlier. While working as a human resources consultant for the City of Selma in the early nineties, Yolanda became known to my mother, Nancy Gardner Sewell\u2014Selma\u2019s first Black City Councilwoman\u2014and she adored Yolanda. It was a wonderful reminder of how small and how special our Alabama family can be.\n\nOver the past two decades, we've celebrated life's blessings together, and we've stood beside one another through some of life's toughest moments. Yolanda has been there for me, just as I try to be there for her, and I am extraordinarily grateful for her friendship. My life is richer because she is in it.\n\nNot long ago, after moving to Birmingham in 2005, Yolanda was diagnosed with breast cancer. She would go on to face two more cancer diagnoses, in 2022 and again in 2024.\n\nThree cancer diagnoses. Three difficult battles. Three remarkable victories.\n\nThroughout every step of that journey, Yolanda received exceptional care from the physicians, nurses, and staff at the O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB. Her final testimony was in October 2025. Her treatment was a success, and today I am grateful to say that she remains in remission.\n\nWhen you ask Yolanda where she finds her strength, her answer is simple: her faith.\n\nShe believes that even at our hardest moments, God is at work. That through suffering, He walks beside us, gives us strength to endure, and uses our trials to shape our character, deepen our faith, and make us into the people He wants us to be.\n\nYolanda has lived that belief every day of her life.\n\nShe encourages everyone facing cancer to hold on to hope, to stay positive, never stop fighting. She believes we all need someone to love and something to look forward to and something to live for.\n\nFor Yolanda, that purpose shines brightest through her beautiful family. In 2019, she welcomed and adopted two precious twin boys, Ayden and Jayden, into her life. And last year, she opened her heart again by adopting their younger brother, Kyrie. Those three boys are truly blessed to have such a loving, faithful, and determined mom.\n\nToday, we celebrate Yolanda. We also celebrate the extraordinary work of the O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB. Their groundbreaking research, innovative treatments, and compassionate care have transformed countless lives, and Yolanda's story is a powerful testament to their mission.\n\nToday, we celebrate an Iron Strong survivor, my dear friend, Yolanda Jackson. More than that, we celebrate an Iron Strong woman\u2014a faithful servant, a devoted mother, loyal friend, and an inspiration to everyone blessed enough to know her.\n\nCongratulations, Yolanda, on this well-deserved honor. Your courage, your faith, and your unwavering hope inspire everyone who has been privileged to know you.\n\nI ask my colleagues of the United States House of Representatives to join me in congratulating Ms. Yolanda Jackson and wishing her beautiful family many years of continued health, happiness, and God's abundant blessings.\n\nThank you, and I yield back the balance of my time. We love you, Yolanda.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-24T07:30:11Z", "2026-07-24T07:31:13Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-bipartisan-bill-rename-post-office-after-tuskegee-airmen-passes", "Figures\u2019 Bipartisan Bill to Rename Post Office After Tuskegee Airmen Passes Committee", "2026-07-23", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures\u2019 (AL-02) bipartisan bill to rename a local post office in Tuskegee in honor of the Tuskegee Airmen passed the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. This is major progress toward the bill becoming law, with the next step being a vote in the full House of Representatives.\n\n\u201cThe Tuskegee Airmen were national heroes and trailblazers who had an undeniable, lasting impact on our country, and renaming this post office is a meaningful way to bring attention to our history and honor their legacy,\u201d said Congressman Figures. \u201cI want to thank Congressman Gary Palmer for his work to advance my bipartisan bill to honor these brave soldiers through the Oversight Committee. I look forward to it eventually passing the House and becoming law.\u201d\n\nThe Tuskegee Airmen are among Alabama and America\u2019s most celebrated service members. The Airmen were comprised of African American pilots and support personnel who trained at Tuskegee Army Airfield and fought bravely during World War II. They not only defended our nation and the freedom of those abroad, but broke racial barriers, played an influential role in the desegregation of the U.S. military, and paved the way for future generations of servicemembers and leaders.\n\nFigures\u2019 bill would designate the Tuskegee Post Office at 401 North Elm Street as the \u201cTuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office.\u201d\n\nThis bill is cosponsored by the entire Alabama House Congressional Delegation and is supported by Tuskegee Airmen, Incorporated.", 1, "2026-07-29T07:41:48Z", "2026-07-29T07:42:57Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholts-statement-house-passage-hr-9770-continuing", "Congressman Aderholt\u2019s Statement on House Passage of H.R. 9770, the Continuing Appropriations Act", "2026-07-22", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Aderholt released the following statement after voting in support of H.R. 9770, the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2027. The Continuing Appropriations Act is a clean extension that protects against a partisan shutdown and extends government funding through December 4, 2026.\n\n\u201cBy passing a clean continuing resolution, we are honoring our commitment to responsible governance. Through H.R. 9770, Republicans are preventing a last-minute funding crisis while preserving the path to full year FY27 appropriations.\n\nWhile Senate Democrats have refused to allow markups to progress under regular order, the House Appropriations Committee has passed all twelve appropriations bills out of committee. This clean continuing resolution does not stop appropriations work from continuing, it just removes the threat of a shutdown at the end of the fiscal year.\n\nLast year, we saw the longest government shutdown in history because Democrats held the government hostage and refused to fund key federal programs. We will not let this obstruction of funding happen again.\n\nPrevious shutdowns led to chaos at our airports, thousands of federal workers without paychecks, and disaster relief and first responders without funding.\n\nH.R. 9770 extends funding critical programs in their current form, including SNAP, WIC, the Disaster Relief Fund, small business support, and more. This legislation not only keeps the government open past the September 30 deadline but also protects essential services and national security.\u201d", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T07:32:26Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-introduces-bipartisan-bill-establish-tuskegee-airmen-memorial", "Figures Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Establish Tuskegee Airmen Memorial in Washington, DC", "2026-07-22", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) introduced the Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Act, a bill to create a memorial in Washington, DC, to commemorate the service, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen.\n\n\u201cThe Tuskegee Airmen are among the most heroic and consequential soldiers that our nation has ever had,\u201d said Congressman Figures. \u201cWhile facing horrific discrimination at home, these men risked their lives to defend rights and freedoms abroad. Their courage, skill, and unwavering dedication not only contributed to the Allied victory but also helped pave the way for the desegregation of the U.S. military. Their contributions to our country deserve to be memorialized in our nation\u2019s capital, and I'm proud to introduce this bipartisan bill to make that a reality.\u201d\n\n\"The introduction of this authorizing legislation in Congress is a vital milestone in our ongoing mission to preserve and honor the legacy of our nation\u2019s pioneering heroes,\u201d said Ms. Angela Holmes, 1st Vice President for Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. \"We extend our deepest gratitude to Representative Shomari Figures and our congressional partners for championing this effort. As we see the final generation of our original members passing, establishing a permanent landmark in Washington, D.C., ensures that their monumental contributions to military integration, excellence, and civil rights will never be forgotten by future generations.\u201d\n\nCongressman Figures\u2019 bill would authorize Tuskegee Airmen, Incorporated to establish a memorial on federal land in the District of Columbia. This is a key, necessary first step towards making this well-deserved memorial a reality. Tuskegee Airmen, Incorporated is a national nonprofit founded to preserve the history and achievements of the original Tuskegee Airmen and engage with youth to inspire future careers in aviation, aerospace and STEM.\n\nThe memorial will serve as an educational resource, designed to teach future generations about one of the greatest, most well-decorated fighting forces in our nation\u2019s history, and to highlight the important roles that Black military pilots and support personnel played in World War II.\n\nThis bill is cosponsored by the entire Alabama House Congressional Delegation, Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC), Yvette Clarke (NY-09), Sanford Bishop (GA-02), and Emilia Sykes (OH-13).", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T07:32:26Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/7/rep-sewell-votes-against-house-republicans-partisan-defense-authorization-bill", "Rep. Sewell Votes Against House Republicans' Partisan Defense Authorization Bill", "2026-07-22", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) voted against House Republicans' Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) after Republicans loaded the traditionally bipartisan legislation with partisan provisions unrelated to America's national security, including voter suppression legislation, while dramatically increasing discretionary national security spending to support President Trump's escalating war with Iran.\n\n\"One of my most solemn responsibilities as a Member of Congress is ensuring that our men and women in uniform have the resources they need to defend our nation,\" said Rep. Sewell. \"That's why throughout my time in Congress, I have been proud to work across the aisle to craft a strong, bipartisan defense authorization bill.\"\n\n\"Unfortunately, House Republicans have once again abandoned that bipartisan tradition, attaching extreme, partisan provisions that have nothing to do with supporting our troops or strengthening our national security,\" continued Sewell. \"Among them is House Republicans' voter suppression bill\u2014the SAVE America Act\u2014which has absolutely no place in a bill meant to fund our Armed Forces. It is extremely troubling that Republicans would attempt to use our annual defense bill to make it harder for eligible Americans, including service members and their families, to exercise their fundamental right to vote.\"\n\nPassed annually by Congress since 1961, the NDAA authorizes funding levels for the Department of Defense (DoD) and allows the Armed Forces to pay, train, and equip U.S. service members, support America\u2019s allies around the world, and carry out essential national security operations.\n\nHouse Republicans' FY27 NDAA includes an unprecedented $1.15 trillion in discretionary defense spending which could reach a total $1.6 trillion when combined with Republicans' forthcoming budget reconciliation legislation. The historic price tag comes as the Trump Administration seeks additional resources for its escalating military operations in Iran.\n\n\"It is unacceptable that Republicans have chosen to bankroll President Trump's unauthorized and escalating war in Iran, even as American service members continue to lose their lives,\" said Sewell. \"Congress should be working to bring this conflict to a close\u2014not handing Trump another blank check to put our troops in harm's way.\"\n\nThe bill now heads to the U.S. Senate where it is expected to undergo conference negotiations before returning to both chambers for further consideration.\n\n\"I am deeply disappointed that House Republicans have once again chosen partisan politics over our national security,\" continued Sewell.\"I remain hopeful that the Senate will strip these poison pills so that I can once again support a defense authorization bill that puts our troops and our national security first.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T07:32:26Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-strong-provision-banning-foreign-adversaries-joining-us-military", "House Passes Strong Provision Banning Foreign Adversaries from Joining U.S. Military", "2026-07-22", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, the Targeted Restrictions Upholding Service Trustworthiness (TRUST) Act, legislation championed by Representative Dale Strong, was included as an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which passed the House by a vote of 213 to 207.\n\nThe TRUST Act addresses longstanding vulnerabilities in the Department of War\u2019s vetting process for screening foreign nationals from adversary nations seeking to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces.\n\n\u201cForeign nationals from adversary countries such as China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea serving in our military pose a serious risk to our armed forces, including espionage, sabotage, and the compromise of sensitive military technologies. The TRUST Act closes these gaps, puts national security first, and ensures that the U.S. military, defense capabilities, and sensitive technologies are secure,\u201d said Congressman Strong.\n\nThe legislation bans the enlistment of foreign nationals from covered nations, including China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea; imposes stricter appointment criteria by requiring that candidates for officer commissions have not held citizenship in a covered nation for at least five years; and directs a new report to identify existing service members who are foreign nationals from covered nations.\n\n\"Our adversaries are actively targeting our military technologies and capabilities. This measure will ensure our Armed Forces are secure, trusted, and committed to defending the United States,\u201d continued Strong. \u201cI am grateful to Chairman Mike Rogers for his support of my legislation and its inclusion in the NDAA, and I thank my colleagues for voting to pass this critical piece of legislation.\u201d\n\nThe FY27 NDAA now heads to the U.S. Senate for further consideration.\n\nAdditional background on the provision can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-23T07:31:02Z", "2026-07-23T07:32:26Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-legislation-recover-critical-minerals-passes-committee", "Palmer Legislation to Recover Critical Minerals Passes Committee", "2026-07-21", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Gary J. Palmer", "P000609", "palmer.house.gov", "palmer", "https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee passed H.R. 9617, the Coordinating and Harnessing America\u2019s Recovery of Minerals (CHARM) Act, during a full committee markup. This bipartisan legislation was introduced by Representatives Gary Palmer (R-AL-06) and Paul Tonko (D-NY-20), the Democratic Ranking Member on the Environment Subcommittee.\n\nFollowing committee passage, Rep. Palmer released the following statement:\n\n\"Critical minerals are essential to our economy and national security, yet America remains too dependent on China for these resources,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cThe CHARM Act takes a commonsense approach by directing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop a coordinated federal strategy to identify new opportunities to recover critical minerals from electronic waste, legacy mine sites, coal ash, and other overlooked sources already here at home. I appreciate Congressman Tonko's partnership and thank my colleagues on the Energy and Commerce Committee for advancing this legislation.\"\n\nRead the text of the bill here.", 1, "2026-07-22T07:34:13Z", "2026-07-22T07:35:16Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/7/rep-sewell-cosponsors-legislation-to-pause-ai-data-center-construction-until-federal-guardrails-are-established", "Rep. Sewell Cosponsors Legislation to Pause AI Data Center Construction Until Federal Guardrails are Established", "2026-07-21", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2014 U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced today that she has cosponsored the AI Data Center Moratorium Act, legislation to temporarily pause the construction and expansion of large artificial intelligence data centers until Congress establishes comprehensive federal safeguards to protect workers, communities, natural resources, and consumers while ensuring the benefits of AI are broadly shared.\n\nThe legislation responds to the rapid nationwide expansion of AI data centers whose enormous demands for water and other public resources are raising concerns in communities across the country, including in Alabama's 7th Congressional District.\n\nWatch Rep. Sewell's video message here.\n\n\"Artificial intelligence has the potential to revolutionize health care, strengthen our economy, improve education, and solve some of our nation's greatest challenges,\" said Rep. Sewell. \"I want America to lead the world in AI innovation, and I want Alabama to compete for the industries of the future. But innovation cannot come at the expense of the communities it is meant to serve.\"\n\n\"I have heard from countless residents from across Alabama's 7th Congressional District who are deeply concerned about the impact that large-scale AI data centers could have on their neighborhoods, infrastructure, and quality of life,\" continued Sewell. \"They are asking thoughtful, commonsense questions about water use, energy demands, environmental impacts, and whether local communities will truly benefit from these developments. I share their concerns.\"\n\nRep. Sewell emphasized that the legislation is not intended to halt technological progress permanently, but rather to ensure that public policy keeps pace with the rapid advancement of AI.\n\n\"I am not anti-AI, and I am certainly not anti-innovation,\" Sewell continued. \"The rate at which these massive data centers are being constructed is simply outpacing our ability to establish meaningful protections for the communities that will host them. Congress has a responsibility to put commonsense federal guardrails in place so that every community\u2014not just a select few\u2014shares in the benefits of this technological revolution.\"\n\nThe AI Data Center Moratorium Act would temporarily pause new AI data center construction and major expansions while Congress develops a comprehensive federal framework addressing environmental impacts, energy and water consumption, labor standards, consumer privacy, community engagement, and equitable economic development.\n\nRep. Sewell noted that communities across Alabama's 7th Congressional District have increasingly expressed concerns about the unprecedented scale of proposed AI infrastructure and the potential strain on local resources.\n\n\"For too long, underserved communities have been asked to shoulder disproportionate environmental and economic burdens while others reap the rewards,\" Sewell said. \"As we build the economy of tomorrow, we must ensure that innovation lifts up every community rather than leaving some to bear the costs. Responsible innovation and community protection are not competing goals\u2014they are complementary ones.\"\n\nThe AI Data Center Moratorium Act is endorsed by a broad coalition of environmental justice, labor, consumer protection, and community advocacy organizations committed to ensuring the responsible development of artificial intelligence infrastructure.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-22T07:34:13Z", "2026-07-22T07:35:16Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/aderholt-supports-sunshine-protection-act-while-highlighting-student", "Aderholt Supports Sunshine Protection Act While Highlighting Student Safety Concerns", "2026-07-20", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today voted in favor of H.R. 139, the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025, legislation that would end the twice-yearly clock changes by making Daylight Saving Time permanent. The proposal has enjoyed broad bipartisan support among the American public for years, as many Americans have grown tired of changing their clocks every spring and fall.\n\n\"The twice-a-year time change has long been a source of frustration for families, businesses, and workers across the country,\" said Congressman Aderholt. \"I've heard from many constituents who simply want to pick one time and stick with it. The Sunshine Protection Act accomplishes that by providing consistency throughout the year.\"\n\nWhile supporting the legislation, Aderholt noted that permanent Daylight Saving Time presents unique challenges for communities in North Alabama, particularly during the winter months.\n\n\"One concern I do have is the impact on school children,\" Aderholt said. \"In December and January, permanent Daylight Saving Time would mean the sun would not rise until nearly 8:00 a.m. in much of North Alabama. That means many students would be standing at bus stops or walking to school before sunrise. As a father and soon-to-be grandfather, that's something I take seriously.\"\n\nAderholt said he hopes school systems, local communities, and state leaders will work together to minimize those concerns should the legislation become law.\n\n\"I believe we can enjoy the benefits of ending the clock changes while also making sure student safety remains a priority,\" Aderholt continued. \"Whether that means reviewing bus schedules, adjusting school start times where practical, or identifying other commonsense solutions, we should make every effort to ensure children are not routinely waiting for the bus in the dark.\"\n\nSupporters of the Sunshine Protection Act cite the benefits of eliminating the disruptive seasonal clock changes, including greater consistency for families, commerce, and travel, as well as more daylight during evening hours. The legislation has advanced with bipartisan support in Congress and has been the subject of public debate for several years.\n\n\"Like many Americans, I believe it's time to end the twice-yearly ritual of changing our clocks,\" Aderholt said. \"As we move forward, we'll continue working to ensure the transition is implemented in a way that best serves families here in Alabama.\"", 1, "2026-07-21T07:32:02Z", "2026-07-21T07:33:33Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-supports-legislation-preserve-integrity-dar", "Palmer Supports Legislation to Preserve the Integrity of the DAR", "2026-07-17", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Gary J. Palmer", "P000609", "palmer.house.gov", "palmer", "https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) cosponsored the Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act. This legislation, introduced by Rep. Ben Cline (VA-06), amends the federal charter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) to preserve the organization\u2019s historic mission by including an eligibility requirement that limits membership to biological women that meet the genealogical eligibility requirements.\n\nUpon cosponsoring this legislation, Rep. Palmer released the following statement:\n\n\u201cIt should be common sense that to be a part of the Daughters of the American Revolution, you have to be a daughter. Unfortunately, common sense has become a casualty of the left's radical agenda,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cThis legislation protects the integrity of the DAR by preserving its historic purpose. Congress will not allow radical activists to erase womanhood from one of our nation's oldest patriotic organizations. I am proud to cosponsor this bill, and I thank Rep. Cline for his leadership on this issue.\u201d", 1, "2026-07-18T06:58:50Z", "2026-07-18T07:00:34Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-applauds-mark-mcdaniel-appointment-air-force-scientific-advisory-board", "Strong Applauds Mark McDaniel Appointment to Air Force Scientific Advisory Board", "2026-07-16", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 U.S. Representative Dale Strong congratulated Huntsville native Mark McDaniel on his appointment to the Department of the Air Force Scientific Advisory Board (DAF SAB). The Advisory Board provides independent advice and recommendations to Air Force leadership on science, technology, and modernization priorities affecting both the United States Air Force and United States Space Force.\n\n\u201cMark McDaniel\u2019s appointment to the Scientific Advisory Board is a tremendous honor for both him and North Alabama,\u201d said Representative Dale Strong. \u201cHuntsville has long been at the forefront of our nation\u2019s air, space, and missile defense capabilities, and Mark has played an important role in that legacy. His decades of leadership in aerospace, science, and national security make him exceptionally qualified to advise Air Force leadership on the challenges of tomorrow, and I am confident his expertise will help strengthen America\u2019s technological edge for years to come.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am honored to join the Air Force Scientific Advisory Board and want to thank Congressman Strong and Secretary Hegseth for their faith in me. They are American patriots and work every day to strengthen our national defense,\u201d said Mark McDaniel. \u201cThere is a lot of technology developed here in Alabama that can play a critical role for Golden Dome, Space Force, and the continued modernization of the Air Force, and I look forward to being a voice for that.\u201d\n\nAppointment to the Scientific Advisory Board is reserved for distinguished leaders from industry, academia, and government with expertise in fields critical to the Department of the Air Force mission. Members are nominated by the Secretary of the Air Force and formally appointed by the Secretary of Defense to provide independent counsel on issues critical to maintaining America\u2019s air and space superiority.\n\nMcDaniel is a longtime Huntsville resident whose career has spanned law, education, and aerospace policy. He has served on the NASA Advisory Council under five NASA Administrators and contributed to numerous initiatives advancing science, technology, and education at both the state and national levels. In addition to his public service, McDaniel has dedicated years to higher education at The University of Alabama in Huntsville and Faulkner University, helping prepare the next generation of leaders.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-17T07:15:58Z", "2026-07-17T07:17:05Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-leads-republican-pushback-against-democrat-attack-parents", "Rep. Barry Moore leads Republican pushback against Democrat attack on parents' rights", "2026-07-15", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C.- This week, Congressman Barry Moore (AL-01) led a Republican response letter responding to an effort by 68 House Democrats to oppose greater parental transparency and accountability in children\u2019s programming.\n\nRep. Moore\u2019s letter, signed by 46 Republican Members of Congress and supported by Concerned Women for America, reaffirms that parents - not government bureaucrats or media companies - should have the final say over what their children watch.\n\n\u201cThe Left\u2019s priorities are upside down. Sixty-eight House Democrats are choosing radical activists and woke corporations over the rights of parents by fighting against transparency and pushing their agenda onto children,\" said Congressman Barry Moore. \"Parents - not Washington bureaucrats, media executives, or special interest groups - should decide what their children watch and what values are taught in their homes. I will always stand with parents and fight to protect their right to raise their children according to their values.\u201d\n\n\u201cParents overwhelmingly want to be informed of sexual content in children's TV shows. Our new poll found that 87% of parents want TV content ratings to advise them of violence, sexual content, or other sensitive themes like LGBTQ messaging or characters in children\u2019s TV programming. Parents should be able to make informed viewing decisions for their families, but right now, parents have no way of knowing whether LGBTQ content is in a children's program. It\u2019s time to give parents that choice,\u201d said Penny Nance, CEO and President, Concerned Women for America Legislative Action Committee", 1, "2026-07-16T07:21:44Z", "2026-07-16T07:23:13Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-introduces-legislation-support-alabama-farmers-impacted-trump", "Figures Introduces Legislation to Support   Alabama Farmers Impacted by the Trump Administration\u2019s Trade Policies", "2026-07-15", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) introduced the\n\nTariff Impacted Farmer Support Act of 2026 to provide targeted financial relief and support for farmers who produce cotton, peanuts, soybeans, corn, and poultry.\n\nFarmers across Alabama and the nation continue to face rising production costs, market volatility, and economic uncertainty that have placed extraordinary pressure on family farming operations. These challenges are compounded by retaliatory tariffs resulting from the Trump Administration's trade policies. For farmers operating on thin margins, a single year of substantial losses can threaten the long-term viability of their operations.\n\n\u201cAlabama farmers are the backbone of our economy and of rural communities throughout the state,\u201d said Congressman Figures. \u201cAmid incredibly difficult economic challenges, farmers have repeatedly demonstrated their resilience and grit, but many smaller operations lack the financial reserves necessary to withstand prolonged market disruptions, lost export sales, and the uncertainty created by President Trump\u2019s tariffs. Our farmers deserve our support, and my bill will provide the financial assistance needed to help preserve family farming operations, strengthen rural economies, and ensure that our producers can continue feeding, fueling, and clothing our nation.\u201d\n\nCongressman Figures\u2019 bill comes on the heels of a meeting with farmers in Macon County. During this meeting, farmers consistently warned about the dire circumstances they face due to rising costs, market instability and lower profits. In addition, farmers voiced concerns about receiving minimal assistance from President Trump\u2019s \u201cOne Big Beautiful Bill,\u201d as well as the deployment of roughly $20 billion taxpayer bailout to the Government of Argentina while American agricultural producers are facing measurable financial strain.\n\nThe Tariff Impacted Farmer Support Act of 2026 would authorize up to $15 billion through the Commodity Credit Corporation to provide temporary direct assistance to qualifying agricultural producers of soybeans, cotton, corn, peanuts, and poultry.\n\nEligibility would be limited to agricultural producers of small and mid-sized family farms with total revenues of $500,000 or less, consistent with applicable definitions under the Food Security Act.\n\nCongressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) is an original co-sponsor. The Alabama Contract Poultry Growers Association endorsed the bill.", 1, "2026-07-16T07:21:44Z", "2026-07-16T07:23:13Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/7/rep-sewell-to-host-15th-annual-job-fair-in-selma", "Rep. Sewell to Host 15th Annual Job Fair in Selma", "2026-07-15", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "The 2026 Job Fair will be held at Wallace Community College Selma on Thursday, August 6\n\nSelma, AL \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that she will host her 15th Annual Job Fair at Wallace Community College Selma in Selma, Alabama. The event will take place on Thursday, August 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It will bring together employers from across Alabama who are looking to fill open positions.\n\nWatch Rep. Sewell's video announcement here.\n\n\"Since coming to Congress, bringing jobs and economic opportunities directly to the people of Alabama's 7th Congressional District has been my top priority,\" said Rep. Sewell. \"That's why our annual Job Fair is one of the most important events we host all year. I'm especially excited to bring this year's event back to my hometown of Selma, where job seekers from across the Black Belt will have the opportunity to connect directly with employers, explore new opportunities, and take the next step in their career journey.\"\n\nNow in its fifteenth year, Rep. Sewell's annual job fair has become one of the premier workforce development events in Alabama's 7th Congressional District, connecting thousands of job seekers with employers and career resources. Each year, Rep. Sewell alternates between hosting the event in urban and rural communities to ensure that constituents throughout Alabama's 7th Congressional District have access to employment opportunities. This year's event will once again bring together employers from a wide range of industries, including automotive, restaurant and food management, transportation and construction, hospitality and retail, health services, utilities and telecommunications, manufacturing and production, staffing agencies, government agencies, and law enforcement. A full list of participating employers will be announced at a later date.\n\nThe job fair is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ins will be accepted. Constituents should pre-register at Sewell.House.gov/JobFair.\n\nWHAT: Rep. Terri Sewell's 15th Annual Job Fair\n\nWHEN: Thursday, August 6, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. \u2013 2:00 p.m.\n\nWHERE:\n\nWallace Community College \u2013 Selma\n\n3000 Earl Goodwin Parkway\n\nSelma, AL 36701\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-16T07:21:44Z", "2026-07-16T07:23:13Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-applauds-arc-funds-secured-red-bay-water-gas", "Congressman Aderholt Applauds ARC Funds Secured for Red Bay Water & Gas Project", "2026-07-14", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "This office is located on the backside of the Cullman Dental Arts building up the handicap ramp. It serves Cullman and Winston Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Fayette, Lamar, Marion and Walker Counties. It also serves the portion of Tuscaloosa County north of the Black Warrior River, but also down the western side of the county to include the Ralph, Fosters areas.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Colbert and Franklin Counties. It also serves residents of Lauderdale County from roughly Center Star, west to the Mississippi line.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office is located on the backside of the Cullman Dental Arts building up the handicap ramp. It serves Cullman and Winston Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Fayette, Lamar, Marion and Walker Counties. It also serves the portion of Tuscaloosa County north of the Black Warrior River, but also down the western side of the county to include the Ralph, Fosters areas.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Colbert and Franklin Counties. It also serves residents of Lauderdale County from roughly Center Star, west to the Mississippi line.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.", 1, "2026-07-15T07:12:08Z", "2026-07-15T07:13:45Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-secures-authorization-50-million-strengthen-water-infrastructure", "Figures Secures Authorization of $50 Million to Strengthen Water Infrastructure Across Alabama and a Ban on Dumping Mud Material in Mobile Bay", "2026-07-14", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) announced that he secured a provision in the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026 authorizing $50 million in federal funding to address critical water and wastewater infrastructure across the Second Congressional District. The bill passed the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee today and will now advance to the House floor for a vote.\n\n\u201cSafe and clean water is a right in this country, and it\u2019s our responsibility to provide the resources that are essential to make this a reality for communities across America,\u201d said Congressman Figures. \u201cFrom infrastructure issues plaguing Prichard, to wastewater issues in the Black Belt, to aging water treatment equipment in East Alabama, cities and towns in rural areas will be able to access funding to make critical updates to their infrastructure. As the sole Alabama member on the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, I\u2019m proud to secure these wins for our state to ensure our communities receive the federal attention and investment they deserve.\u201d\n\nWRDA provides Members of Congress the opportunity every two years to authorize U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Civil Works (Army Corps) projects to improve the nation\u2019s ports and harbors, the inland waterway navigation network, flood and storm protection, and other water resources infrastructure. Funding must still be provided through the annual appropriations process before work can proceed.\n\nBlack Belt and East Alabama\n\nCongressman Figures secured $40 million for public drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects in all 12 counties in the Second Congressional District. Counties interested in funding for their water projects would need to collaborate with the Army Corps. For example:\n\nButler County could use funding to address persistent wastewater issues.\n\nRussell County could use funding to improve stormwater management after torrential weather.\n\nBullock County could use funding to update aging water treatment plants.\n\nMobile\n\nCongressman Figures also secured legislative victories to address longstanding infrastructure priorities specifically for Mobile, including a ban on dumping dredge material into Mobile Bay and an additional $10 million for Brookley by the Bay.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m very proud that this bill will include my amendment to ban dumping thin-layer dredge material into Mobile Bay,\u201d said Congressman Figures. \u201cDumping of this material into the Bay has been a threat to wildlife, fishing and small businesses. Through this bill, we can restore and protect one of our nation\u2019s most vital estuaries for years to come.\u201d", 1, "2026-07-15T07:12:08Z", "2026-07-15T07:13:45Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-delivers-house-victory-aviation-security", "Strong Delivers House Victory for Aviation Security", "2026-07-14", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 8770, the SAFEGUARDS Act of 2026, bipartisan legislation led by Representative Dale Strong to ensure passenger security fees are reinvested in aviation and airport security.\n\n\u201cThe SAFEGUARDS Act is about restoring accountability and keeping a promise to the American traveling public. Every day, millions of passengers pass through our nation\u2019s airports and pay a security fee with the expectation that those dollars will be used to strengthen aviation security,\u201d said Representative Strong. \u201cAs threats continue to evolve, we must continue investing in the technologies and systems our airports need to maintain confidence in the safety of air travel.\u201d\n\nFor years, revenue generated by the Transportation Security Administration\u2019s (TSA) 9/11 Passenger Security Fee has been diverted away from its original purpose. The $5.60 fee, paid by every passenger on a one-way ticket, was first implemented to fund aviation security improvements and upgrades nationwide. However, since 2014, approximately $15 billion in fee revenue has been redirected to unrelated, non-security purposes.\n\nThe SAFEGUARDS Act restores the fee\u2019s intent by allocating $500 million annually for checked bag explosive detection systems and $250 million for checkpoint technology upgrades, ensuring this revenue goes toward protecting American skies.\n\n\u201cHouse passage of this legislation helps ensure those resources are directed toward their intended purpose, and I look forward to working with my colleagues to get it across the finish line,\u201d Strong continued.\n\nThe SAFEGUARDS Act is supported by a broad coalition of aviation and travel leaders, including the Huntsville International Airport, Airlines for America, American Airlines, U.S. Travel Association, Southwest Airlines, Airport Council International\u2013North America, and the American Association of Airport Executives.\n\nThe legislation passed the House unanimously. It now awaits consideration in the Senate.\n\nAdditional information and quotes of support regarding Representative Strong\u2019s introduction of the SAFEGUARDS Act may be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-15T07:12:08Z", "2026-07-15T07:13:45Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-announces-21-north-alabama-students-appointed-us-service-academies-prep", "Strong announces 21 North Alabama students appointed to U.S. service academies, prep schools", "2026-07-08", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Representative Dale W. Strong (AL-05) announced the appointments of 21 students from Alabama\u2019s Fifth Congressional District to attend U.S. service academies or their respective preparatory schools.\n\n\u201cIt is my honor to nominate students across the Tennessee Valley to attend our nation\u2019s prestigious service academies. I am confident that these young men and women will represent North Alabama well and serve our nation with distinction. The Fifth District never fails to produce skilled, patriotic student leaders, and this year\u2019s class is no exception,\u201d said Representative Dale Strong.\n\nA nomination from a member of Congress is required before a student can receive an appointment to a service academy. To be considered for a nomination, candidates must meet certain academic, leadership, and character standards.\n\nFifth District students who have accepted appointments to U.S. service academies:\n\nU.S. Military Academy\n\nMark Andrzejewski, St. John Paul Catholic High School\n\nStephen Case, Excalibur Christian School\n\nAlexander Cothren, Huntsville High School\n\nWilliam Crocker, Randolph High School\n\nJudd Lunsford, Marion Military Institute/Randolph High School\n\nJacob Plitsch, Lindsey Lane Christian Academy\n\nRichard Raleigh, Huntsville High School\n\nU.S. Naval Academy\n\nMatthew Kimmett, Decatur High School\n\nMaria Sands-Pingot, St. John Paul Catholic High School\n\nFrank Vegerita, Huntsville High School\n\nU.S. Naval Academy Prep School\n\nHarrison Lockett, Bob Jones High School\n\nU.S. Naval Academy Foundation Scholarship\n\nMatthew Matkin, Brewer High School\n\nU.S. Air Force Academy\n\nKristianna Berger, Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering\n\nKatherine Boyer, Sparkman High School\n\nEleanor Dykema, Georgia Military College\n\nAntonio Little, U.S. Air Force Academy Prep School/James Clemens High School\n\nIsabelle Park, Bob Jones High School\n\nCaleb Shultz, Huntsville High School\n\nGeorge Youngblood, Decatur High School\n\nU.S. Air Force Academy Prep School\n\nJacob Parks, Bob Jones High School\n\nU.S. Merchant Marine Academy\n\nBrennan Bowling, St. John Paul Catholic School\n\nRepresentative Strong hosts an Academy Day annually with recruiters from military organizations, collegiate ROTC, and admissions representatives from each service academy.\n\nInformation for Representative Strong\u2019s 2026 Academy Day:\n\nWHERE: Auburn University Research and Innovation Campus\n\n345 Voyager Way, Huntsville, AL 35806\n\nWHEN: Saturday, August 22 from\n\n9:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-09T08:24:13Z", "2026-07-09T08:26:05Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/7/rep-sewell-announces-july-2026-mobile-office-hours-across-alabama-s-7th-congressional-district", "Rep. Sewell Announces July 2026 Mobile Office Hours Across Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District", "2026-07-06", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Birmingham, AL \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that her office will continue hosting mobile office hours throughout Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District during the month of July 2026. These events are designed to bring constituent services directly into local communities, offering residents the opportunity to meet with congressional staff and receive assistance with federal programs and services.\n\n\u201cOur mobile office hours are an important way for our team to connect directly with the people we serve,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cWhether you need help with a federal agency or simply want to learn more about the services my office provides, I encourage you to stop by and meet with Team Sewell. We are here to help!\u201d\n\nDuring each session, members of Rep. Sewell\u2019s staff will be available to assist constituents with a wide range of issues, including Social Security, Veterans\u2019 benefits, Medicare and Medicaid, passport services, and more. Rep. Sewell will not be present.\n\nThe July 2026 Mobile Office Hours schedule is as follows:\n\nJefferson County\n\nDate: Wednesday, July 8, 2026\n\nTime: 10:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM\n\nLocation: Fultondale City Hall, Council Chambers\n\n1210 Old Walker Chapel Rd\n\nFultondale, AL 35068\n\nLowndes County\n\nDate: Wednesday, July 15, 2026\n\nTime: 10:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM\n\nLocation: Hayneville/Lowndes County Public Library\n\n215 E Tuskeena St\n\nHayneville, AL 36040\n\nJefferson County\n\nDate: Wednesday, July 22, 2026\n\nTime: 10:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM\n\nLocation: Midfield Senior Center\n\n904 9th Ave\n\nMidfield, AL 35228\n\nConstituents are encouraged to bring any relevant documentation to help staff better assist with their concerns. Appointments are not required.\n\nFor more information, please visit www.sewell.house.gov or call the Birmingham District Office at (205) 254-1960.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-07T08:20:12Z", "2026-07-07T08:22:09Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/in-the-news/rep-shomari-figures-secures-authorization-50-million-strengthen-water", "Rep. Shomari Figures secures authorization of $50 million to strengthen water infrastructure across Alabama", "2026-07-05", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "In addition, $10 million of the funding is dedicated to improvements for Brookley by the Bay to support economic development along the Gulf Coast. Figures also secured a prohibition on the display of thin-layer dredged material in Mobile Bay except in emergency situations after scientists, conservation groups and local businesses raised concerns about the impact on the environment.\n\n\u201cSafe and clean water is a right in this country, and it\u2019s our responsibility to provide the resources that are essential to make this a reality for communities across America,\u201d said Congressman Figures. \u201cFrom infrastructure issues plaguing Prichard, to wastewater issues in the Black Belt, to aging water treatment equipment in East Alabama, cities and towns in rural areas will be able to access funding to make critical updates to their infrastructure. As the sole Alabama member on the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, I\u2019m proud to secure these wins for our state to ensure our communities receive the federal attention and investment they deserve.\u201d", 1, "2026-08-07T06:11:19Z", "2026-08-07T06:12:42Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/7/rep-sewell-marks-america-s-250th-birthday-with-independence-day-video-message", "Rep. Sewell Marks America's 250th Birthday with Independence Day Video Message", "2026-07-04", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Birmingham, AL \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released a video message celebrating America's 250th birthday and honoring the generations of Americans who have fought to bring our nation closer to its highest ideals.\n\nWatch Rep. Sewell's Independence Day message here.\n\nRep. Sewell: Happy Fourth of July, Alabama! Today, as we celebrate America's 250th birthday, we honor the centuries of Americans who dreamed big, sacrificed greatly, and worked to build a more perfect union.\n\nFor 250 years, each generation has been called to move America closer to the ideals set forth in our founding documents. We haven't always lived up to those ideals, but time and time again, ordinary Americans have answered that call, expanding freedom, widening opportunity, and making our union stronger along the way.\n\nThat's what makes this anniversary so meaningful. But it also explains why this moment feels different for so many Americans.\n\nAs we celebrate our nation's remarkable journey, many of us are also uneasy about the challenges facing our democracy and the attacks on so many of our hard-fought rights and freedoms. This milestone reminds us that the work of building a better America is never finished.\n\nHistory shows us that the greatest progress has always been driven by ordinary people refusing to accept the status quo. And when we march, and when we pray, and when we vote, and when we stand united against the forces of hate, there is nothing, absolutely nothing we cannot achieve.\n\nThat same spirit will carry us forward today.\n\nAnd while some in positions of power may try to make this moment about themselves, America's 250th birthday is a reminder that this country is bigger than any one person or political party. The promise of America is shared by all of us, regardless of our race, our gender, or the amount of wealth or power we hold.\n\nOn this historic celebration, let us recommit ourselves to the values that have guided our nation for two and a half centuries: liberty, equality, justice and opportunity. Let's continue to work on building an America that lives up to those ideals, not just for some, but for everyone.\n\nMay we never stop believing in the promise of our country or in our ability to build a brighter future together.\n\nHappy Independence Day! God bless you and God bless the United States of America.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-07T08:20:12Z", "2026-07-07T08:22:09Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/aderholt-announces-1617-million-build-grant-swayback-bridge-replacement", "Aderholt Announces $16.17 Million BUILD Grant for Swayback Bridge Replacement in Marshall County", "2026-07-01", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today announced that Marshall County has been awarded a $16.17 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to replace the Swayback Bridge on Hustleville Road. The award is the only BUILD Grant awarded in Alabama this year, making it a significant investment not only for Marshall County but for the entire state.\n\nThe project will replace the existing Swayback Bridge and realign approximately 2,000 feet of Hustleville Road. The new bridge will be approximately 1,000 feet long and 40 feet wide and will include widened shoulders, improved roadway geometry, enhanced safety features, and the relocation and upgrade of a water line beneath the bridge deck.\n\n\"This is tremendous news for Marshall County and for the thousands of residents, school buses, emergency vehicles, farmers, and businesses that depend on the Swayback Bridge every day,\" said Congressman Aderholt. \"Anyone who has driven this stretch of road understands why this project has been such a priority. Replacing this aging bridge will make travel safer, improve reliability, and strengthen an important transportation corridor for years to come.\"\n\nLast year, Congressman Aderholt wrote directly to U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy urging the Department of Transportation to give strong consideration to Marshall County's BUILD Grant application.\n\n\"I was proud to advocate for this project and appreciate Secretary Duffy and the Department of Transportation for recognizing its importance,\" Aderholt continued. \"Competitive grants like BUILD are never easy to secure, which makes this award especially meaningful. The fact that Marshall County received Alabama's only BUILD Grant this year speaks to both the strength of this application and the critical need for this investment.\"\n\nAderholt also commended the Marshall County Commission and local officials for their leadership in developing the project.\n\n\"I want to congratulate the Marshall County Commission and Commission Chairman John Young and everyone who worked tirelessly to bring this application together,\" Aderholt said. \"Their persistence and vision made today's announcement possible. I look forward to seeing construction begin and to the lasting benefits this project will provide for the people of Marshall County.\"\n\nThe BUILD Grant program provides competitive federal funding for nationally and regionally significant transportation projects that improve safety, mobility, and economic opportunity.", 1, "2026-07-02T06:20:02Z", "2026-07-02T06:21:32Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-announces-grant-workshop-non-profits", "Congressman Aderholt Announces Grant Workshop for Non-Profits", "2026-07-01", "2026", "2026-07", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "This office is located on the backside of the Cullman Dental Arts building up the handicap ramp. It serves Cullman and Winston Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Fayette, Lamar, Marion and Walker Counties. It also serves the portion of Tuscaloosa County north of the Black Warrior River, but also down the western side of the county to include the Ralph, Fosters areas.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Colbert and Franklin Counties. It also serves residents of Lauderdale County from roughly Center Star, west to the Mississippi line.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office is located on the backside of the Cullman Dental Arts building up the handicap ramp. It serves Cullman and Winston Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Fayette, Lamar, Marion and Walker Counties. It also serves the portion of Tuscaloosa County north of the Black Warrior River, but also down the western side of the county to include the Ralph, Fosters areas.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Colbert and Franklin Counties. It also serves residents of Lauderdale County from roughly Center Star, west to the Mississippi line.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.", 1, "2026-07-02T06:20:02Z", "2026-07-02T06:21:32Z"], ["https://mikerogers.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4127", "ICYMI, Yellowhammer News: Army turns to Anniston to break China\u2019s stranglehold on graphite", "2026-06-30", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Mike Rogers", "R000575", "mikerogers.house.gov", "mikerogers", "https://mikerogers.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Anniston, AL \u2013 Yellowhammer News published the following story detailing a new conditional agreement between the U.S. Army and Titan Mining Corporation to build a critical mineral processing plant for graphite at the Anniston Army Depot.\n\nRead the full story in Yellowhammer News here and below.\n\nArmy turns to Anniston to break China\u2019s stranglehold on graphite\n\nGrayson Everett\n\nJune 30, 2026\n\nAnniston Army Depot is about to become part of America\u2019s effort to break China\u2019s grip on the minerals that power modern weapons.\n\nTitan Mining Corporation, the only end-to-end producer of natural flake graphite in the United States, has been conditionally selected by the U.S. Army to build graphite purification plants on military land, according to details first reported by The Wall Street Journal.\n\nOne of the two sites is Anniston. The other is Pine Bluff Arsenal in Arkansas. Together they would form the first commercial critical-minerals processing operation ever sited on U.S. defense installations. China controls roughly 90% of the world\u2019s graphite processing \u2014 the material inside the lithium-ion batteries that run drones, vehicles, and the AI-driven weapon systems the Pentagon is racing to field.\n\nMuch American-mined graphite is still shipped overseas for refining and shipped back, a dependency the Army is now moving to close. As Army officials told WSJ, there is always a risk that China cuts off access to the minerals.\n\n\u201cThere is a ticking clock here,\u201d Jeff Waksman, the Army\u2019s principal deputy assistant secretary for installations, energy and the environment told WSJ. \u201cWe recognize that there is always a risk that China can cut us off from these minerals.\u201d\n\nUnder the Army\u2019s new Strategic Capital Initiatives program, Titan\u2019s subsidiary Empire State Mines would design, finance, build, and operate the plants on leased federal ground for up to 50 years, bearing the entire cost. The Army keeps the land and takes infrastructure improvements instead of cash \u2014 its return is a more resilient domestic supply chain.\n\nAnniston is the secondary site at roughly 97 acres, behind Pine Bluff\u2019s 245-acre primary parcel, but the label understates the logic. The depot is already one of the Army\u2019s premier heavy-industrial installations, built for exactly this kind of complex, hazardous work, and it has anchored American military readiness for generations.\n\nNext-generation mineral processing there continues that mission.\n\nAlabama\u2019s congressional delegation sees what is at stake.\n\n\u201cDomestic critical mineral production is incredibly important to 21st century defense,\u201d U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks), whose district includes the depot, said in a statement to Yellowhammer News.\n\n\u201cI am very excited to see Anniston Army Depot at the forefront of this issue. This agreement with Empire State Mines for graphite will facilitate huge boosts for both our country\u2019s national security and Alabama\u2019s local economy.\u201d\n\nConstruction is targeted for the second half of 2027. The selection remains conditional, with negotiations underway, so Anniston\u2019s exact role and timeline will firm up as the deal advances, possibly on a later schedule than Arkansas, but the direction is crystal clear.\n\n###", 1, "2026-07-01T06:34:07Z", "2026-07-01T06:35:35Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-announces-1-million-arc-grant-city-dora", "Congressman Aderholt Announces $1 Million ARC Grant for the City of Dora", "2026-06-26", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "This office is located on the backside of the Cullman Dental Arts building up the handicap ramp. It serves Cullman and Winston Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Fayette, Lamar, Marion and Walker Counties. It also serves the portion of Tuscaloosa County north of the Black Warrior River, but also down the western side of the county to include the Ralph, Fosters areas.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Colbert and Franklin Counties. It also serves residents of Lauderdale County from roughly Center Star, west to the Mississippi line.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office is located on the backside of the Cullman Dental Arts building up the handicap ramp. It serves Cullman and Winston Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Fayette, Lamar, Marion and Walker Counties. It also serves the portion of Tuscaloosa County north of the Black Warrior River, but also down the western side of the county to include the Ralph, Fosters areas.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Colbert and Franklin Counties. It also serves residents of Lauderdale County from roughly Center Star, west to the Mississippi line.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/in-the-news/figures-wants-provide-tax-relief-families-extracurricular-expenses", "Figures Wants to Provide Tax Relief for Families with Extracurricular Expenses", "2026-06-26", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Shomari Figures\u2019 new bill aims to give a tax break to families who pay for their children to participate in sports, arts programs or tutoring.\n\nThe Affordable Youth Enrichment Opportunities Act, introduced Wednesday, would create a federal tax deduction of up to $5,000 for eligible families who itemize deductions and pay out of pocket for extracurricular activities. The deduction would be limited to those who make between $100,000 to $200,000, depending on filing status.\n\nFigures said a trip back to his old high school inspired him to introduce the legislation after hearing firsthand about the high costs that come with students playing football or other sports.\n\n\u201cSaying that your kid can only play in something that\u2019s as culturally significant in the South as organized sports, such as football, or basketball, that is contingent on your ability to be able to pay $500, 600, or 1,000 bucks, it\u2019s something that a family shouldn\u2019t have to struggle with,\u201d the Mobile Democrat told Alabama Daily News.\n\nThe tax deduction could include expenses such as program and registration fees, equipment, and training and instruction costs. It could also cover digital learning platforms and expenses associated with practices, competitions, rehearsals and performances. The bill would apply to all dependent children under the age of 19.\n\nAfter-school activities can provide structure and long-term benefits for children, and families should be able to afford those endeavors, Figures said. Existing tax credits help pay for childcare or education, but none touch on outside activities.\n\nSince the bill was introduced in June, there is little time left in the year for Congress to act on the new measure. But Figures said he is hopeful that supporting youth programs is something lawmakers can get behind.\n\n\u201cThere\u2019s always the opportunity (to pass it), especially with a bill that you can coalesce support around, something that people generally agree with, (that) is as unifying as access to youth athletics, and youth enrichment programs,\u201d he said.", 1, "2026-08-10T06:13:07Z", "2026-08-10T06:14:46Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-announces-almost-2-million-fema-funding-alabamas", "Congressman Aderholt Announces Almost $2 Million in FEMA Funding for Alabama\u2019s Fourth District", "2026-06-25", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "This office is located on the backside of the Cullman Dental Arts building up the handicap ramp. It serves Cullman and Winston Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Fayette, Lamar, Marion and Walker Counties. It also serves the portion of Tuscaloosa County north of the Black Warrior River, but also down the western side of the county to include the Ralph, Fosters areas.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Colbert and Franklin Counties. It also serves residents of Lauderdale County from roughly Center Star, west to the Mississippi line.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office is located on the backside of the Cullman Dental Arts building up the handicap ramp. It serves Cullman and Winston Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Fayette, Lamar, Marion and Walker Counties. It also serves the portion of Tuscaloosa County north of the Black Warrior River, but also down the western side of the county to include the Ralph, Fosters areas.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Colbert and Franklin Counties. It also serves residents of Lauderdale County from roughly Center Star, west to the Mississippi line.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-speaks-unveiling-semiquincentennial-congressional", "Congressman Aderholt Speaks at Unveiling of Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule", "2026-06-25", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Aderholt, a member of the America 250 Commission, joined Speaker Mike Johnson and other Members of Congress at the unveiling of the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence, which will be sealed for 250 years until America\u2019s quincentennial on July 4, 2276.\n\nThis is an opportunity to document historic milestones through contributions from every state and territory.\n\nThe time capsule was created by the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act passed in February to preserve parts of American history for the next 250 years.\n\n\u201cI am proud to be a founding member of the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission and a cosponsor of the bipartisan and bicameral Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act. This time capsule serves as an opportunity to document historic milestones and to tell the story of our country through the contributions of Americans from every state and territory.\n\nTwo hundred and fifty years from now, Americans will get a glimpse into who we were and what we valued. I believe that in two hundred and fifty years, our nation will still hold close to the resilience and enduring values that made America a beacon of liberty and opportunity for generations.\n\nAnd while I\u2019m sure the artifacts they will find will seem ancient to them, I hope the items will inspire them to learn from the people that came before them and for America to continue to be a \u2018shining city upon on a hill.\u2019", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/final-fy27-spending-bill-passes-committee-delivers-national-security-north", "Final FY27 Spending Bill Passes Committee, Delivers for National Security, North Alabama", "2026-06-25", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Representative Dale Strong, a member of the Appropriations Committee, applauded the Committee's passage of the Fiscal Year 2027 Defense bill, which marks the twelfth of twelve bills passed by the Committee. The bill enhances America\u2019s strategic military advantage, strengthens support for service members and military families, optimizes the Department of Defense, disrupts transnational drug trafficking, and delivers on Trump Administration priorities.\n\n\u201cThis bill delivers historic investments in missile defense, hypersonic weapons, military modernization, defense innovation, and domestic manufacturing \u2014 priorities that strengthen Redstone Arsenal's mission, support North Alabama's workforce, and ensure the United States remains prepared to confront evolving threats around the globe,\u201d said Representative Dale Strong.\n\n\u201cThe passage of our annual defense appropriations bill fulfills our commitment to keep America safe and ensure the U.S. military remains the strongest fighting force in the world. Recent conflicts have highlighted the pressing need to acquire and produce the munitions, weapons, and technology our troops require to meet the moment in both modern and future warfare, said Defense Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert. \"I commend Representative Strong for his tireless advocacy for strengthening America's national security. His deep understanding of the warfighter\u2019s needs, along with the critical capabilities being developed at Redstone Arsenal, has been a valuable contribution to the Subcommittee's work. Strong\u2019s leadership and forward-thinking approach have helped ensure America remains ahead of evolving threats. I appreciate his partnership and his continued commitment to strengthening our national security.\u201d\n\nSUPPORTS REDSTONE ARSENAL AND NORTH ALABAMA\n\nAdvances priorities directly aligned with Redstone Arsenal's core missions, including missile defense, Army modernization, weapons development, defense innovation, and advanced research\n\nSupports the military, civilian, and contractor workforce that makes North Alabama one of the nation's leading centers for national security and defense technology\n\nReinforces North Alabama\u2019s position as a premier hub for missile defense, Army acquisition, aerospace innovation, and industrial base growth\n\nSTRENGTHENS AMERICA'S MILITARY ADVANTAGE\n\nProvides a total discretionary allocation of $1.072 trillion for national defense, ensuring the United States maintains the strongest and most capable military in the world\n\nInvests $248.3 billion in procurement to modernize military equipment, acquire advanced weapons systems, and strengthen combat readiness\n\nProvides $221.01 billion for Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) to accelerate next-generation military capabilities and enhance America's technological advantage\n\nSUPPORTS OUR SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY FAMILIES\n\nProvides a military pay raise of 7% for all military personnel ranked E-5 and below, 6% for E-6 to O-4, and 5% for O-4 and above\n\nIncreases funding support of critical services such as the Military and Family Life Counseling program, supporting readiness and resilience\n\n$60 million for STARBASE, a youth outreach program aimed at enhancing students' abilities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)\n\nACCELERATES DEFENSE INNOVATION\n\nFocuses investments into defense innovation by providing $1.1 billion for the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and $600 million for the Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies (APFIT) program to rapidly field capabilities to the warfighter\n\nMaximizes support for advanced artificial intelligence, scaled directed energy, biomanufacturing, contested logistics, and battlefield information dominance to preserve U.S. military superiority\n\nREBUILDS THE DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL BASE\n\nImproves America\u2019s industrial capabilities by providing over $2.9 billion for the Defense Production Act (DPA), Office of Strategic Capital (OSC), and Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS)\n\nProvides robust funding to procure new-entrant low-cost munition systems while introducing critical multiyear procurement authority\n\nStrengthens domestic manufacturing, expands critical supply chains, prohibits the destruction of surplus firearms or spent brass, and helps ensure rapid scale-up of weapons production capacity\n\nSupports the highly skilled workforce, research institutions, and defense manufacturers that help drive North Alabama's economy and national security mission\n\nThe bill now heads to the full U.S. House of Representatives for consideration.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-honors-mobile-native-mikhail-torrance-house-floor", "Figures Honors Mobile Native   Mikhail Torrance on House Floor", "2026-06-24", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) delivered a speech honoring the life and legacy of Mikhail Torrance, a Mobile native, former star basketball player for the University of Alabama, and community leader who tragically passed away last week.\n\nWatch Congressman Figures speech here. Below is a transcript of his speech as delivered:\n\n\u201cThank you, Mr. Speaker. Today, I rise to pay honor and tribute to one of the best that my hometown has ever had to offer: Mikhail Torrance. An incredible young man. An incredible young man who tragically and suddenly passed away last week at just the age of 37 years old. He was a young man whose passing has unleashed a tidal wave of shock, and disbelief, and raw grief, and emotion back home.\n\n\u201cI am from Mobile, Alabama, same hometown as Mikhail. It's a place that has produced arguably the best historical collection of athletic talent of almost any city in this country. You know, we've had a number one pick in an NBA draft, an NFL draft, dozens of professional ballplayers, dozens of NCAA champions, NBA, Super Bowl, World Series champions, and six Pro Sports Hall of Famers. And that number will grow. And in fact, just last night, we further added to that legacy with the first-round draft pick in the NBA of Labaron Philon. So saying someone is among the best to come from my hometown in any sport is not something that can be said lightly at all. But it's something that can honestly be said about Mikhail.\n\n\u201cI'm a few years older than Mikhail, so I was already in college at the University of Alabama when he was coming up through Mary G. Montgomery High School. But I remember when I found out that the University of Florida was recruiting him, it really surprised me because I had not heard of him much before that point. And Florida, this is at a time where Florida was in the midst of winning back-to-back national championships. And so, I called his high school coach, John Davis, who happened to be one of my high school coaches at LeFlore. And I asked him, was this kid really that good? And without hesitation, and with the grin that a coach has when he knows he has a workhorse on his team, he said \u201cYeah, he is.\u201d But he also said, \u201cBut he's a really good kid.\u201d\n\n\u201cAnd so Mikhail ended up coming out as a top recruit in the state of Alabama. Ended up going to the University of Alabama, where he did everything that was asked of him. He did it the right way. Every single year, he got better. He waited his turn, and by the time he came out, he was an all-conference player, excelled in the pre-draft process, and by all accounts was headed to the NBA. But he had a heart condition that was discovered. And it cost him his shot at playing in the league. And imagine that. Being 21 years old and on the pathway to fulfilling a childhood dream and having done everything the right way - I mean this kid didn't have so much as a rumor of a blemish on his character or his reputation - and then that dream was suddenly taken away because of a medical condition.\n\n\u201cIt was tough for him, but he pivoted, and he was able to ultimately play pro ball overseas for a few years before returning home to Alabama to his wife Jessica and their two girls, Maci and McKenna, ages 11 and 7. You know he worked at the Army Corps of Engineers and in real estate, but he still stayed close to the game that he loved so much through coaching, and training kids, and hosting camps, and refereeing local basketball games, even doing play-by-play announcing of televised college games. And also doing motivational speaking, giving his testimony, sharing his pain, his struggle, his journey to inspire younger guys to continue to persevere and be better, even better than he was.\n\n\u201cBut as we know, life isn't always fair, and horrible things happen. And now we sit here in this seemingly unreal moment, and his wife and kids suddenly find themselves in a club that no one wants to be a part of. And unfortunately, I, too, am a member of that club. Coincidentally, just like his daughters, I was 11 when my father suddenly passed, and my younger brother was 7. And having been in those shoes, I can tell you that as much as it sucks being in that club, you ironically end up in another club that a lot of people actually aspire to be in. And that's the club of having a father or a husband whose life will be remembered and talked about for years to come because he lived with such a passion and dedication and was truly loved and respected by many, many people.\n\n\u201cAnd one day, as kids in that club do, his girls will research their dad. They'll look him up. And they'll see the articles about his games and his stats and the clips of his highlights and read about his accomplishments. They'll see the articles about his career being cut short, and they'll see the articles and the news stories covering his untimely death. But buried in that research is my hope that they will find mention of his name in the congressional record, perhaps even see this speech, and know that their father lived a life that was worthy of tribute and honor on the House floor of the United States Capitol. In the same room where presidents speak, where heads of state speak, where we recently just hosted the King of England, because he deserved that.\n\n\u201cAnd so to Mikhail's parents, you raised a hell of a young man. To Jessica and the girls, our hearts go out to you and know that thousands of people are here to support you all. And to Mikhail, on behalf of a grateful city and from a fan, I say thank you for the example that you set for the city of Mobile. Thank you for representing us well and being amongst the best that Mobile has ever had to offer this world. You made us proud, boy. You really made us proud. I yield back, Mr. Speaker.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-introduces-legislation-provide-tax-break-parents-childrens-academic", "Figures Introduces Legislation to Provide  Tax Break to Parents for Children's  Academic and Athletic Activities", "2026-06-24", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) introduced the Affordable Youth Enrichment Opportunities Act, a bill to provide a federal tax deduction for parents who pay out-of-pocket expenses for enrichment opportunities for their children.\n\nMany parents across Alabama work hard to provide academic, athletic and artistic enrichment opportunities for their children, only to find those opportunities increasingly expensive. While federal tax law provides some relief for certain childcare and school expenses, families receive no comparable federal tax deduction for the costs of extracurricular activities.\n\n\u201cEvery child deserves the opportunity to pursue activities that help them reach their full potential regardless of their family\u2019s financial circumstances,\u201d said Congressman Figures. \u201cWhether it is tutoring, youth sports, or training in the arts, such as music, theater, or dance, families are facing growing costs to help their children gain the valuable lessons and benefits of extracurricular activities. I\u2019m proud to introduce this bill to give parents a well-deserved tax break to help ensure that more children have access to activities that shape character, build skills, and prepare them for future success.\u201d\n\nUnder the Affordable Youth Enrichment Opportunities Act, eligible parents who itemize their deductions and pay out-of-pocket expenses for qualified academic, athletic or artistic enrichment activities for their children can claim a tax deduction up to $5,000 a year. Eligible parents may claim the deduction if their modified adjusted gross income for the year does not exceed the applicable threshold amount, which ranges from $100,000 to $200,000, depending on filing status.\n\nClick here to read the bill text.\n\nClick here to read the one-pager.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-celebrates-anniversary-dobbs-ruling", "Palmer Celebrates Anniversary of Dobbs Ruling", "2026-06-24", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Gary J. Palmer", "P000609", "palmer.house.gov", "palmer", "https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 June 24, 2026, marks the four-year anniversary of the United States Supreme Court ruling of Dobbs vs. Jackson that overturned the decision in Roe v. Wade ultimately returning the issue of abortion back to the states. To celebrate the anniversary of this landmark decision, Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cFour years ago, the Supreme Court rightly recognized that the Constitution does not contain the right to abortion. The Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson corrected a constitutional overreach and returned the issue of abortion to the American people and their elected representatives. While countless unborn lives have been saved since then, our work is not finished,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cEvery child is a gift, and we must continue advancing policies that protect the unborn, support mothers and families, and uphold the dignity and value of human life.\u201d", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strongs-homeland-security-preparedness-measures-advance-through-committee", "Strong\u2019s\u00a0Homeland Security Preparedness Measures\u00a0Advance\u00a0through Committee", "2026-06-24", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 U.S. Representative Dale Strong, Chairman of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technology, secured committee approval this week for two key homeland security measures aimed at strengthening aviation security and enhancing the Nation\u2019s preparedness for emerging threats.\n\nThe House Committee on Homeland Security approved the SAFEGUARDS Act, bipartisan legislation to ensure passenger security fees are reinvested in aviation security infrastructure and technology. The Committee also approved the Civil Preparedness for Agroterrorism Exercise Act of 2026, legislation designed to strengthen the Nation\u2019s readiness for potential attacks targeting the food and agriculture sector.\n\n\u201cKeeping Americans safe requires both investing in proven security capabilities and preparing for the threats of tomorrow. These measures ensure that critical security resources are used as intended while strengthening our ability to prevent and respond to evolving threats,\u201d said Representative Dale Strong. \u201cFrom ensuring our aviation security systems have the resources they need to keep travelers safe, to protecting our food supply, we are taking decisive steps to enhance our Nation\u2019s security, resilience, and preparedness.\u201d\n\nSAFEGUARDS Act:\n\nThe SAFEGUARDS Act would ensure revenue collected through the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) 9/11 Passenger Security Fee is invested in aviation and airport security, consistent with the fee's original intent. The legislation supports long-term investments in checked baggage screening systems and advanced checkpoint technologies to strengthen security and improve efficiency at airports across the country.\n\nThe SAFEGUARDS Act is supported by the Huntsville International Airport, Airlines for America, American Airlines, U.S. Travel Association, Southwest Airlines, Airport Council International \u2013 North America, and American Association of Airport Executives.\n\nCivil Preparedness for Agroterrorism Exercise Act:\n\nThe Civil Preparedness for Agroterrorism Exercise Act directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to conduct a nationwide exercise focused on preventing, responding to, recovering from, and mitigating an agroterrorism attack targeting the Nation\u2019s food and agriculture sector. The exercise would bring together Federal, State, local, Tribal, and territorial partners, as well as private-sector stakeholders, to identify preparedness gaps and strengthen coordination before a real-world incident occurs.\n\nThe legislation, which Strong introduced earlier this week, builds upon his work examining threats to America\u2019s food and agriculture sector, including the Emergency Management and Technology Subcommittee\u2019s two-part hearing series on agroterrorism and agricultural security last year.\n\nAs Chairman of the Emergency Management and Technology Subcommittee, Representative Strong has built a proven record of prioritizing efforts to modernize homeland security capabilities, strengthen critical infrastructure protection, and improve preparedness for emerging threats.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/6/reps-sewell-and-ocasio-cortez-selected-to-co-convene-house-democrats-cost-of-living-healthcare-working-group", "Reps. Sewell and Ocasio-Cortez Selected to Co-Convene House Democrats' Cost of Living Healthcare Working Group", "2026-06-22", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries has selected her to serve as Co-Convener of House Democrats' Cost of Living Healthcare Working Group alongside Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14).\n\nThe Healthcare Working Group is one of five Cost of Living Working Groups established by House Democratic leadership to further develop Democrats' affirmative agenda focused on lowering costs and making life more affordable for the American people. The other working groups will focus on Housing, Gas and Utilities, Groceries and Goods, and Caregiving. Each working group will be led by an ideologically diverse team of co-conveners working closely with Democratic Caucus and committee leaders.\n\n\u201cWe are grateful that Leader Jeffries has selected us to serve as Co-Conveners of the Cost of Living Healthcare Working Group,\" said the Representatives. \"Healthcare costs remain one of the biggest challenges facing working families, and ensuring every American has access to quality, affordable healthcare has never been more important.\"\n\n\"As Republicans and the Trump Administration pursue devastating cuts to healthcare programs that millions rely on, Democrats must put forward a bold vision that lowers costs, expands access, and strengthens care for future generations,\" continued the Representatives. \u201cWe look forward to working with our colleagues across the Caucus to develop forward-looking policy solutions that deliver meaningful results for the American people.\"\n\nRep. Sewell brings extensive healthcare policy experience to the role. She serves on the powerful House Ways and Means Committee, which has jurisdiction over Medicare and other critical healthcare programs, and currently serves as Chair of the New Democrat Coalition Health Care Working Group. Throughout her time in Congress, Rep. Sewell has been a leading advocate for expanding access to affordable, quality healthcare, strengthening Medicare and Medicaid, protecting the Affordable Care Act, lowering prescription drug costs, and reducing health disparities in underserved communities.\n\nThe Healthcare Working Group will engage Members from across the Democratic Caucus and work collaboratively with Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard Neal (MA-01) and Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone (NJ-06) to develop policy recommendations aimed at lowering costs and expanding access to healthcare. The effort reflects House Democrats' commitment to advancing an agenda that addresses the everyday challenges facing working people and delivers tangible results for communities across the country.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-23T06:27:52Z", "2026-06-23T06:29:20Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/6/rep-sewell-secures-additional-6-9-million-for-community-projects-across-alabama-s-7th-congressional-district-in-fy27-funding-bills", "Rep. Sewell Secures Additional $6.9 Million for Community Projects Across Alabama's 7th Congressional District in FY27 Funding Bills", "2026-06-18", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that she secured an additional $6,983,968 in federal funding for nine community projects in Alabama's 7th Congressional District in the remaining Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) funding bills approved by the House Appropriations Committee. That is in addition to the $5 million previously announced in the FY27 Transportation-HUD Appropriations Act. The bills now move to the full House for consideration.\n\nThe funding was included in FY27 Agriculture-Rural Development, Commerce-Justice-Science, Interior-Environment, and Labor, Health and Human Services appropriations bills approved by the House Appropriations Committee earlier this month. Together, these investments would strengthen healthcare access, improve public safety, support workforce development, and modernize critical infrastructure throughout Jefferson County, Tuscaloosa, and the Black Belt.\n\n\"Whether it's helping a rural hospital keep its doors open, ensuring an ambulance is available when someone faces an emergency, equipping law enforcement with the tools they need to keep communities safe, or investing in the next generation of healthcare professionals, these projects address some of the most pressing needs facing Alabama's 7th Congressional District,\" said Rep. Sewell. \"I am proud to have secured funding for these local projects, and I will continue working to ensure that they are passed by Congress and signed into law.\"\n\nJefferson County\n\n$716,000 for the Alabama Regional Medical Services Construction and Renovation Project through HRSA. Funding would support renovations to ARMS healthcare facilities, helping expand access to quality healthcare services for patients throughout the Birmingham area.\n\n$772,700 for the Hoover Police Department Public Safety Upgrades Project through the COPS Technology and Equipment Program. Funding would support the purchase of patrol vehicles, emergency response vehicles, and equipment for the department's Drone First Responder Program, reducing response times and enhancing emergency communications.\n\n$772,700 for the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Equipment Project through the COPS Technology and Equipment Program. Funding would expand public safety technology infrastructure through the purchase of unmanned aircraft systems and the deployment of additional public safety cameras.\n\nTuscaloosa County\n\n$1,000,000 for the DCH Kitchen Renovation Project through HRSA. Funding would support a comprehensive renovation of the main kitchen at DCH's main campus, modernizing a critical component of patient care operations.\n\nMarengo County\n\n$803,000 for the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Equipment and Facility Improvements Project through the USDA Rural Community Facilities Program. Funding would support equipment purchases and facility improvements needed to train the next generation of healthcare professionals in Alabama.\n\nClarke County\n\n$1,000,000 for the Grove Hill Rural Emergency Hospital Infrastructure Improvement Project through the USDA Rural Community Facilities Program. Funding would support critical upgrades and capital improvements at Grove Hill Memorial Hospital, helping ensure continued access to healthcare services in rural Alabama.\n\nDallas County\n\n$772,700 for the Dallas County Sheriff's Office Project through the COPS Technology and Equipment Program. Funding would support the purchase of vehicles and equipment to restore law enforcement capacity following tornado damage that destroyed numerous Sheriff's Office assets.\n\nGreene County\n\n$400,000 for the Greene County Emergency Access and Care Project through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Funding would allow Greene County to purchase a new ambulance and ensure residents have access to critical emergency medical treatment and transportation services.\n\nHale County\n\n$746,868 for the Town of Newbern Wastewater Collection Infrastructure Project through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund. Funding would address longstanding sanitation challenges affecting residents while improving public health, environmental conditions, and overall community well-being.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-19T06:50:32Z", "2026-06-19T06:53:40Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/6/rep-sewell-accepting-applications-for-fall-2026-internships", "Rep. Sewell Accepting Applications for Fall 2026 Internships", "2026-06-16", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2014 The Washington D.C. and district offices of U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) are currently accepting applications for fall 2026 interns. College students and recent graduates interested in government and public service are invited to apply for a chance to spend the semester working closely with Rep. Sewell\u2019s staff on a variety of important legislative, communications, and administrative tasks.\n\n\u201cInterns are our future leaders, advocates, and changemakers,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cThrough my fall internship program, students have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in Congress, learn about the legislative process, and help serve the constituents of Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District. As someone who benefited from mentors who opened doors and created opportunities, I know how important it is for young people to see themselves in positions of leadership and public service. I encourage all interested students to apply and take advantage of this unique opportunity.\u201d\n\nInterns will have the opportunity to research legislation, draft letters, compile media clips, answer constituent calls, and attend legislative hearings, briefings, and seminars.\n\nStudents with connections to Alabama that will be beginning their junior or senior years in an undergraduate program by September 2026 are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates should be proactive, professional, dependable, and have an interest in federal policy and the legislative process. Candidates should also possess strong written and oral communication skills, the ability to multitask, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.\n\nThe Office of U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in the hiring process based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non-merit factors. BIPOC applicants and individuals in underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.\n\nThe deadline to apply is Monday, July 6, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. CDT. For more information, including how to apply, visit https://sewell.house.gov/internship-opportunities.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-17T06:49:24Z", "2026-06-17T06:50:53Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/6/rep-sewell-secures-5-million-for-community-projects-in-alabama-s-7th-congressional-district-in-fy27-transportation-hud-funding-bill", "Rep. Sewell Secures $5 Million for Community Projects in Alabama's 7th Congressional District in FY27 Transportation-HUD Funding Bill", "2026-06-16", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that she secured $5,086,138 in federal funding for ten community projects across Alabama's 7th Congressional District in the Fiscal Year 2027 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations Act. The legislation was approved by the House Appropriations Committee on June 3. It now moves to the full House for consideration.\n\nThe funding would support critical investments in public safety, affordable housing, infrastructure, economic development, and community revitalization in Jefferson County, Tuscaloosa, and across Alabama's Black Belt.\n\n\"These federal investments will help strengthen our communities, improve quality of life, and create new opportunities for the people I represent,\" said Rep. Sewell. \"From replacing aging emergency equipment and improving local infrastructure to revitalizing downtown business districts and expanding community spaces for seniors and families, these projects respond directly to the needs identified by local leaders across Alabama's 7th Congressional District. I will continue fighting to bring federal resources home and ensure that our communities receive the investments they deserve.\"\n\nJefferson County\n\n$1,000,000 for the City of Fultondale's Fire Engine Replacement Project to replace aging emergency response equipment and strengthen public safety capabilities.\n\n$776,000 for the City of Center Point Senior Center Renovation Project to modernize and improve the facility, allowing it to serve more seniors.\n\n$460,138 for the City of Irondale Gateway Project to improve community infrastructure and enhance a key entrance corridor into the city.\n\n$250,000 for the City of Birmingham Fire and Rescue Facility Renovation Project to improve facilities used to train first responders and support public safety operations.\n\n$250,000 for the Princeton Senior Tower Housing Project in Birmingham toward the development of a 100-unit affordable senior living facility in the historic Arlington Westend neighborhood.\n\nChoctaw County\n\n$850,000 for the Town of Lisman Community Center Renovation Project to renovate and improve a community facility that serves residents throughout the area, including the addition of temporary housing, a dedicated workforce development training space, an education and safety briefing space, and ADA-compliant restrooms.\n\nSumter County\n\n$500,000 for the University of West Alabama's Downtown Livingston Revitalization Initiative to enhance public safety, modernize infrastructure, improve sidewalks and pedestrian access, upgrade lighting, and expand economic opportunities in historic downtown Livingston.\n\nWilcox County\n\n$500,000 for the City of Camden Infrastructure Improvement Project to support storm sewer replacement and utility improvements along Whiskey Run Road that will strengthen local infrastructure and improve public services.\n\nGreene County\n\n$250,000 for the City of Eutaw Community Center Revitalization Project to improve the Robert Young Community Center with a modern exterior design, new metal roofing system, upgraded interior flooring, and full renovation for community and business use.\n\nTuscaloosa County\n\n$250,000 for the Tuscaloosa Housing Authority Project to support affordable housing through the development of additional homeownership units for qualified first-time home buyers as a part of the Springer Estate Project.\n\n\"While there is still work to do before these investments become law, I am pleased that the House Appropriations Committee recognized the importance of these projects to Alabama's 7th Congressional District,\" Sewell added. \"I will continue working with my colleagues in the House and Senate to secure final passage of these critical investments for our communities.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-17T06:49:24Z", "2026-06-17T06:50:53Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-robert-aderholt-secures-35-million-alabama-hospitals", "Congressman Robert Aderholt Secures $35 Million for Alabama Hospitals", "2026-06-16", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) secured $35 million for Alabama hospitals as a part of the FY27 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.\n\nAs Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, Congressman Aderholt directed Community Project Funding to be returned to the Labor-HHS bill this year.\n\n\u201cI am proud of the effort to bring back this source of support for hospitals, health centers, and other safety net providers. This bill funds nearly 500 projects for over two hundred members. These designated funds will be deeply impactful for communities across the country.\u201d\n\nOut of the $32 million secured for Alabama hospitals and health centers, $22.1 million will be directed to rural hospitals in Alabama\u2019s Fourth District.\n\n\u201cI have long believed that rural communities should have the same access to top-notch healthcare centers and hospitals as larger cities, and these investments are a real step toward that goal. Community-based care is a first step in having better long-term health outcomes.\u201d\n\nThe FY27 Labor-HHS bill also includes $100 million for the Rural Hospital Provider Assistance Program to support rural hospitals at the low end of the wage index and ensure sustainable access to quality health care providers for these rural communities.\n\n\u201cThis initiative reflects a deliberate commitment to ensuring our rural hospitals have the resources they need to survive and serve their communities. Through this program, eligible hospitals will receive direct financial assistance to help maintain and strengthen essential healthcare services.\u201d\n\nThe FY27 Labor-HHS Appropriations Act now moves to the House Floor for consideration.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-introduces-legislation-relocate-federal-facilities-sanctuary", "Rep. Barry Moore introduces legislation to relocate federal facilities from sanctuary cities", "2026-06-12", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C.- Today, Congressman Barry Moore (AL-01) introduced the Terminating Infrastructure Maintenance and Expenditures for Obstructionist Urban Territories (TIMEOUT) Act, legislation that would prohibit federal agencies from occupying, leasing, constructing, or maintaining federal office space in sanctuary jurisdictions that refuse to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement efforts.\n\nThe TIMEOUT Act would require federal agencies to relocate existing offices and facilities from sanctuary jurisdictions to communities that comply with federal law and cooperate with federal immigration authorities. The legislation seeks to ensure taxpayer resources are directed toward communities that uphold the rule of law rather than jurisdictions that are actively hindering federal immigration enforcement.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-votes-advance-fy27-homeland-security-bill-backing-border-security-and", "Strong Votes to Advance FY27 Homeland Security Bill Backing Border Security and Public Safety", "2026-06-11", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Representative Dale Strong, member of the Appropriations Committee, highlighted the advancement of the Fiscal Year 2027 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill out of the full committee. The legislation delivers funding to secure the southern border, crack down on illegal immigration, and bolster homeland defense capabilities \u2013 including critical investments in counter-drone technology.\n\n\u201cKeeping Americans safe starts with securing our borders, enforcing our laws, and staying ahead of emerging threats,\u201d said Representative Dale Strong. \u201cThis bill delivers a comprehensive approach \u2013 providing the resources to strengthen immigration enforcement and meet today\u2019s complex security challenges. From bolstering counter-drone capabilities that North Alabama is leading to securing major events like the 2028 Olympics, this legislation ensures our law enforcement and first responders have the tools they need to protect our communities.\u201d", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/chairman-aderholts-statement-full-committee-passage-fy27-labor-health", "Chairman Aderholt\u2019s Statement on Full Committee Passage of the FY27 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act", "2026-06-10", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Robert Aderholt released the following statement after the House Appropriations Committee met to consider the Fiscal Year 2027 bill for the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. The FY27 bill was approved by the Committee with a vote of 34 to 28.\n\n\"The Fiscal Year 2027 Labor, HHHS, and Education bill prioritizes the core mission of the Appropriations Committee by balancing the need for responsible fiscal stewardship, while maintaining key investments for the people and institutions that strengthen our nation,\u201d said Chairman Robert Aderholt (AL-04). \u201cFollowing the President\u2019s direction, we have taken a close look at every program funded in this bill and worked to codify the Trump Administration\u2019s efforts to end senseless progressive overreach.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis bill advances educational opportunities, restores accountability, and ensures taxpayer dollars are directed towards core functions like biomedical research, biodefense infrastructure, and rural health.\u201d\n\n\u201cI want to thank Chairman Cole and my colleagues for their hard work on these efforts, and I look forward to continuing this process, investing in our people, and preparing our nation for the challenges and opportunities ahead.\"\n\nHouse Appropriations Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) said, \"America's strength has always been rooted in the talent, ingenuity, and determination of its people. The Fiscal Year 2027 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies bill focuses on enhancing that foundation. It supports the next generation of medical discoveries, strengthens public health preparedness, upholds educational opportunity, and equips Americans with the skills needed to thrive in a modern economy. It advances access to high-quality care for rural America and reinforces biodefense capabilities. And it includes investments for district-focused projects that support the needs of communities nationwide. At the same time, it restores accountability by streamlining duplicative programs, eliminating waste, and ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent effectively and responsibly. Chairman Aderholt has delivered a bill that recognizes a simple truth: our nation\u2019s greatest resource is its people. By investing in their health, skills, and potential, this legislation helps ensure our country remains strong, competitive, and prepared for the future.\"\n\nThe Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill provides a total discretionary allocation of $189.3 billion, which is $5.6 billion (3%) below the Fiscal Year 2026 enacted level.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-clears-major-hurdle-effort-secure-425-million-troy-regional-medical", "Figures Clears Major Hurdle in Effort to Secure $4.25 Million for Troy Regional Medical Center, Other Health Facilities in Rural Alabama", "2026-06-10", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) announced that funding for four rural hospitals in Alabama\u2019s Second District successfully passed the House Appropriations Committee, bringing the Congressman one step closer to again delivering millions of dollars for critical community projects in Alabama.\n\nFunding for these projects is included in the final FY\u201927 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. The bill must still be voted on in the House and passed by the Senate before it heads to the President\u2019s desk and becomes law.\n\n\u201cAccess to healthcare is a critical issue for my district because we are at risk of losing nearly every rural hospital in the next few years if we don\u2019t act,\u201d said Congressman Figures. \u201cThis funding would be instrumental not only to keeping hospitals open, but also to protecting hundreds of jobs and positioning these communities to maintain and recruit businesses and industry.\u201d\n\nFigures secured the following in the Appropriations bill voted out of Committee:\n\n$2,000,000 for Troy Regional Medical Center to help modernize and replace equipment that hasn\u2019t met current healthcare standards, enhance patient safety, improve emergency readiness, and ensure dependable care for the surrounding rural communities.\n\n$750,000 for Crenshaw Community Hospital to establish a dialysis center in the county to alleviate the burden on patients who are currently forced to travel long distances to other facilities and transportation barriers that lead to missed or delayed care.\n\n$750,000 for Monroe County Hospital to help replace its nearly 40-year-old HVAC system, which is critical to infection control, air quality, and stable conditions for patient recovery.\n\n$750,000 for Washington County Hospital to fund facility updates that will improve the quality of care for patients and nursing home residents.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-bill-prevent-improper-payments-passes-house", "Palmer Bill to Prevent Improper Payments Passes House", "2026-06-10", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Gary J. Palmer", "P000609", "palmer.house.gov", "palmer", "https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "For Immediate Release\n\nMedia Contact: Hope Martin (202) 225-4921\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06)\u2019s bill, H.R. 8467, the Zeroing Out Monetary Benefits Improperly Expended (ZOMBIE) Act, passed the House of Representatives. The ZOMBIE Act aims to prevent government waste, fraud, and abuse by taking proactive steps to limit improper payments by government agencies.\n\nFollowing passage of the bill, Rep. Palmer released the following statement:\n\n\u201cFor too long, billions of taxpayer dollars have been lost to improper payments and fraud because federal agencies have failed to identify risks before money goes out the door. The House passage of the ZOMBIE Act is an important step toward addressing this problem by requiring agencies to take a proactive approach to preventing waste, fraud, and abuse. I appreciate my colleagues for supporting this commonsense reform and look forward to seeing the Senate follow suit,\u201d said Rep. Palmer.\n\nView Rep. Palmer\u2019s previous press release for more information on the ZOMBIE Act here.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/committee-advances-10th-12-fy27-spending-bills-prioritizes-rural-health", "Committee Advances 10th of 12 FY27 Spending Bills, Prioritizes Rural Health Investments", "2026-06-10", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Representative Dale Strong, a member of the Appropriations Committee, applauded the Committee's passage of the Fiscal Year 2027 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies bill, which marks the tenth of twelve bills passed by the Committee.\n\n\u201cThis legislation focuses resources on programs that deliver measurable outcomes for our communities. It balances responsible fiscal stewardship while making key investments that drive America\u2019s public health and return education to the states. From supporting cutting-edge research like that done in North Alabama to expanding access to care in rural communities, this bill makes investments that reflect the priorities of the people I represent,\u201d said Representative Dale Strong.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/6/rep-sewell-statement-on-alabama-s-scheduled-execution-of-jeffery-lee", "Rep. Sewell Statement on Alabama's Scheduled Execution of Jeffery Lee", "2026-06-09", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Montgomery, AL \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released the following statement regarding Alabama's scheduled execution of Jeffery Lee:\n\n\"Jeffery Lee\u2019s crimes are heinous and inexcusable. My heart remains with the families of Jimmy Ellis and Elaine Thompson who have endured decades of unimaginable grief. I believe that Mr. Lee deserves to be held fully accountable for his actions. I am also deeply troubled by Alabama's decision to proceed with his execution for several reasons.\n\n\"A jury of Mr. Lee's peers sentenced him to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. Despite the jury\u2019s careful review of numerous factors, their recommendation was overridden by a judge\u2014a practice that was rightfully abolished by Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Legislature in 2017. Today, Alabama seeks to carry out a death sentence that a jury did not impose and would be illegal under current law.\n\n\"I am also concerned by the significant and unresolved legal questions surrounding Alabama's method of execution. Just this week, the Eleventh Circuit recognized serious constitutional concerns over the use of nitrogen gas to suffocate prisoners. Courts are now in the process of considering alternative methods. Before such questions are resolved, it is difficult to justify proceeding with an irreversible punishment.\n\n\"For these reasons, I urge Governor Ivey to commute Mr. Lee's sentence to life without parole, consistent with the jury's original recommendation. At a minimum, I respectfully ask the Governor to pause this scheduled execution until the pending litigation has run its course. To proceed risks undermining public confidence in our criminal justice system and creating the appearance that Alabama is rushing a process that demands the utmost care, transparency, and scrutiny.\n\n\"I recognize that reasonable people hold differing views on capital punishment. However, every Alabamian should agree that the administration of justice must be fair, deliberate, and beyond reproach. Justice requires accountability. It also requires fairness. In a matter of life and death, we must ensure that both are served.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-10T06:36:00Z", "2026-06-10T06:37:32Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/6/rep-sewell-votes-against-republican-reconciliation-bill", "Rep. Sewell Votes Against Republican Reconciliation Bill", "2026-06-09", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) voted against the Republican reconciliation bill which fails to lower costs for working families while directing billions of taxpayer dollars toward President Trump's mass deportation agenda and political priorities.\n\n\"The American people are struggling with the rising costs of groceries, housing, health care, and everyday necessities,\" said Rep. Sewell.\"Yet instead of helping hardworking families make ends meet, Republicans have chosen to spend billions more taxpayer dollars funding Donald Trump's cruel immigration agenda, rewarding the wealthy, and giving this Administration even more unchecked power. This bill does nothing to lower costs, nothing to strengthen health care, and nothing to improve the lives of the people I represent. That's why I voted no.\"\n\nRep. Sewell criticized the legislation for providing an additional $70 billion in funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) without any oversight or accountability while failing to address the economic challenges facing American families.\n\n\"At a time when families are looking for relief, Republicans are once again putting the interests of the wealthy and well-connected ahead of the needs of everyday Americans,\" Sewell continued. \"We should be investing in affordable health care, lowering costs, strengthening food assistance programs, and creating economic opportunity\u2014not writing blank checks for ICE to brutalize American citizens and law-abiding immigrants.\"\n\nSewell remains committed to lowering costs, protecting critical programs, and ensuring taxpayer dollars are used to improve the lives of American families.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-10T06:36:00Z", "2026-06-10T06:37:32Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-attends-inauguration-birmingham-southern-us-coast", "Congressman Aderholt Attends Inauguration of Birmingham-Southern U.S. Coast Guard Training Center", "2026-06-09", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt attended the U.S. Coast Guard ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open Training Center (TRACEN) Birmingham-Southern. Congressman Robert Aderholt attended alongside Secretary of Homeland Security, Markwayne Mullin, U.S. Coast Guard officials, and Alabama leaders.\n\nThe Coast Guard Birmingham-Southern facility occupies the 192-acre campus the service acquired earlier this year after the college closed in May 2024 after 168 years of operation. This new opportunity will ensure the historic campus will continue to serve those pursuing education, training, and service to the nation.\n\nThe center is expected to bring around 1,000 jobs to Birmingham and will be the home to 300 Coast Guard staff and 100 civilian contractors.\n\nThe Coast Guard is expanding its training capacity as it grows its workforce and modernizes its force structure to meet evolving maritime security missions. The Birmingham-Southern campus will help support that effort by providing facilities capable of hosting recruits and training personnel preparing for service in the Coast Guard.\n\n\u201cWith Birmingham-Southern being my alma mater, it was important to me to ensure this campus could continue to serve those seeking to learn and improve their lives,\u201d said Congressman Robert Aderholt. \u201cI\u2019m confident the United States Coast Guard will do just that. I want to thank Senator Britt and Senator Tuberville for their partnership as we worked together to encourage the Coast Guard and the White House to ensure this campus remains an important footprint in Alabama.\u201d\n\nThe Coast Guard\u2019s presence will allow the Birmingham-Southern campus to continue its longstanding legacy of education and service while bringing new opportunities and federal investment to the Birmingham area. Alabama has a strong tradition of supporting those who serve, and the new training center will help prepare the next generation of Coast Guard servicemembers.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholts-statement-house-passage-secure-america-act", "Congressman Aderholt\u2019s Statement on House Passage of the Secure America Act", "2026-06-09", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "This office is located on the backside of the Cullman Dental Arts building up the handicap ramp. It serves Cullman and Winston Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Fayette, Lamar, Marion and Walker Counties. It also serves the portion of Tuscaloosa County north of the Black Warrior River, but also down the western side of the county to include the Ralph, Fosters areas.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Colbert and Franklin Counties. It also serves residents of Lauderdale County from roughly Center Star, west to the Mississippi line.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office is located on the backside of the Cullman Dental Arts building up the handicap ramp. It serves Cullman and Winston Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Marshall, DeKalb, and Blount Counties.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Fayette, Lamar, Marion and Walker Counties. It also serves the portion of Tuscaloosa County north of the Black Warrior River, but also down the western side of the county to include the Ralph, Fosters areas.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.\n\nThis office serves Colbert and Franklin Counties. It also serves residents of Lauderdale County from roughly Center Star, west to the Mississippi line.\n\nWe encourage you to make an appointment before coming into the office so that our constituent services representatives can pull up relevant information beforehand to help with your request of a federal agency.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-votes-favor-funding-ice-cbp", "Palmer Votes in Favor of Funding ICE, CBP", "2026-06-09", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Gary J. Palmer", "P000609", "palmer.house.gov", "palmer", "https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "For Immediate Release\n\nMedia Contact: Hope Martin (202) 225-4921\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) voted in favor of S. 2, the Secure America Act. Following the passage of this legislation, Rep. Palmer released the following statement:\n\n\"Securing our border and enforcing our immigration laws are fundamental responsibilities of the federal government. This legislation provides critical funding for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to help restore order at the border after years of crisis caused by the Biden administration,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cDemocrats have pushed efforts to defund the police for years. Now, many of them are opposing funding for law enforcement at the border. For the wellbeing of our nation, CBP and ICE agents deserve the resources necessary to do their jobs safely and effectively.\u201d", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-figures-and-taylor-lead-national-road-safety-week-resolution", "Reps. Figures and Taylor Lead National Road Safety Week Resolution", "2026-06-08", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Representatives Shomari Figures (D-AL) and Dave Taylor (R-OH) introduced a bipartisan House resolution expressing support for the designation of May 31 through June 6, 2026, as \u201cOur Roads, Our Safety Week.\u201d Members of the Congressional Trucking Caucus joined Figures and Taylor in the introduction of this resolution, including Representatives Mike Bost (R-IL), Dina Titus (D-NV), Harriet Hageman (R-WY), Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), Jefferson Shreve (R-IN), Addison McDowell (R-NC), and Mary Miller (R-IL).\n\n\"As co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional Trucking Caucus and a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I\u2019m proud to co-lead this resolution,\" said Congressman Figures. \"In Alabama\u2019s Second District and across the country, truck drivers, bus operators, and other commercial motor vehicle drivers keep our economy moving and our communities connected. This bipartisan effort sends a clear message: road safety is a shared responsibility, and when every driver understands the rules of the road and the unique challenges large trucks and buses face, we can improve road safety and make sure everyone gets home safely.\u201d\n\n\u201cAmerican families are the most precious cargo on our roads, and keeping them safe should be a top priority,\u201d said Congressman Taylor. \u201cWith our trucking industry moving billions of tons of freight every year, road safety is a shared responsibility between passenger vehicle drivers, truck drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. I am proud to stand with my fellow members of the Congressional Trucking Caucus to promote best practices on the road so families and truckers alike reach their destinations safely.\u201d\n\n\u201cAmerica\u2019s professional drivers are on the road every day, setting the standard for safety and keeping our nation moving. Our Roads, Our Safety\u00ae Week is our reminder that everyone who gets behind the wheel shares that responsibility,\u201d said Administrator Derek D. Barrs of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). \u201cWith more people on the road this summer, there\u2019s no better time to commit to safer choices \u2014 for professionals who lead the way, and for every road user who shares the road with them.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance supports the Our Roads, Our Safety Week Resolution. As a transportation safety organization, the Alliance and its members are committed to reducing crashes, injuries, and fatalities on the nation's roadways and have long supported solutions to improve commercial motor vehicle, driver, and roadway safety. This resolution contributes to that goal by raising awareness and encouraging road users to safely share roadways with commercial motor vehicles,\u201d said Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Executive Director Collin Mooney.\n\n\u201cTruckers make the highways their office every day, and no one cares more about road safety than them. That\u2019s why OOIDA supports FMCSA\u2019s Our Roads, Our Safety campaign, an effort to educate all motorists about how to safely share the road with trucks. Thank you to Representatives Taylor and Figures for recognizing this important program today and for prioritizing road safety for everyone,\u201d said Todd Spencer, President and CEO of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA).\n\n\u201cAmerica\u2019s 3.6 million truck drivers are true ambassadors for our industry, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to excellence whenever they are behind the wheel. Keeping our roads safe is a shared responsibility, and truckers\u2019 professionalism serves as an example to all motorists,\u201d said Alex Rosen, Senior Vice President of Legislative Affairs of the American Trucking Associations (ATA). \u201cATA is proud to partner with FMCSA during Our Roads, Our Safety Week to encourage the public to stay alert and safely share the road with large trucks. We appreciate this bipartisan effort led by Reps. Taylor and Figures to elevate this safety initiative and to recognize truckers\u2019 essential role in our country and our economy.\u201d\n\nThe \u201cOur Roads, Our Safety Week\u201d resolution builds on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration\u2019s (FMCSA) national \u201cOur Roads, Our Safety\u201d campaign, which encourages passenger vehicles to share the road safely with large trucks and buses. It is aimed at reducing preventable crashes, injuries, and fatalities on American roads by educating drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians on best practices to enhance road safety. This resolution additionally encourages federal, state, and local partners to collaborate on initiatives that protect every individual on America\u2019s roadways.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strongs-165m-north-alabama-road-and-infrastructure-projects-approved-house", "Strong\u2019s $16.5M for North Alabama Road and Infrastructure Projects Approved for House Consideration", "2026-06-08", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Representative Dale Strong, a member of the Appropriations Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Subcommittee, highlighted the Committee\u2019s passage of the Fiscal Year 2027 bill, which includes $16.5 million for transportation and infrastructure improvement projects in North Alabama.\n\n\u201cAs North Alabama leads in growth, innovation, and economic opportunity, I am committed to ensuring our infrastructure investments keep pace with that success. I am proud to advance targeted investments for North Alabama that reduce traffic congestion, support our growing communities, and speed the delivery of transformational transportation projects,\u201d said Representative Dale Strong.\n\n\u201cThis funding will improve critical roadways in Lawrence, Morgan, and Madison Counties; expand key transportation corridors in Huntsville, Madison, and Decatur; enhance infrastructure and investment at Huntsville International Airport; and support long-term energy reliability by investing in a new natural gas pipeline. I will always work to strengthen the Tennessee Valley\u2019s infrastructure, support continued economic growth, and improve quality of life for the families, workers, and businesses who call North Alabama home,\u201d Strong continued.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://mikerogers.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4126", "Rep. Rogers Praises Committee Passage of the FY27 NDAA", "2026-06-05", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Mike Rogers", "R000575", "mikerogers.house.gov", "mikerogers", "https://mikerogers.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (AL-03) released the following statement praising House Armed Services Committee passage of the Chairman\u2019s Mark of H.R. 8800, the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (FY27 NDAA), advancing legislation that revitalizes the defense industrial base, strengthens American deterrence, and gives servicemembers the support they need to defend our nation.\n\n\u201cThe world is becoming more dangerous and it has never been more important to have a strong, ready, and capable fighting force to defend our nation,\u201d said Rep. Rogers. \u201cThe FY27 NDAA strengthens our ability to defend ourselves and deter our adversaries by revitalizing our defense industrial base, investing in innovative technologies, and restocking the Arsenal of Freedom. With this authorization of $1.15 trillion in discretionary funds, we\u2019re delivering on President Trump\u2019s commitment to bring defense spending up to 4.5% of our GDP, and to reach a topline investment of $1.5 trillion in FY27.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe FY27 NDAA reflects months of oversight, hearings, member engagement, and collaboration to ensure the U.S. military remains the most capable and lethal fighting force in the world,\u201d Rogers continued. \u201cI appreciate the bipartisan effort that went into this bill, and I look forward to advancing this legislation so we can give our warfighters the resources they need to strengthen our deterrence and defend our country.\u201d\n\nThe bill was favorably reported to the House by a vote of 44-12.\n\nRead more about the FY27 NDAA here:\n\nFY27 NDAA Committee Markup\n\nFY27 NDAA Factsheet - Rebuilding the Arsenal of Freedom\n\nFY27 NDAA Chairman's Mark One Pager\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-06T06:16:30Z", "2026-06-06T06:17:47Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/6/rep-sewell-announces-june-2026-mobile-office-hours-across-alabama-s-7th-congressional-district", "Rep. Sewell Announces June 2026 Mobile Office Hours Across Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District", "2026-06-03", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Birmingham, AL \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that her office will host a series of Mobile Office Hours throughout Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District during the month of June 2026. These events are designed to bring constituent services directly into local communities, offering residents the opportunity to meet with congressional staff and receive assistance with federal programs and services.\n\n\u201cOur team is excited to continue assisting constituents and meeting Alabamians where they are,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cIf you need help navigating federal programs and services, we hope you will stop by to meet our team and get the assistance you need!\u201d\n\nDuring each session, members of Rep. Sewell\u2019s staff will be available to assist constituents with a wide range of issues, including Social Security, Veterans\u2019 benefits, Medicare and Medicaid, passport services, and more. Rep. Sewell will not be present.\n\nThe June 2026 Mobile Office Hours schedule is as follows:\n\nDallas County\n\nDate: Wednesday, June 3, 2026\n\nTime: 10:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM\n\nLocation: Selma Dallas County Public Library, Vaughan Room\n\n1103 Selma Avenue\n\nSelma, AL 36703\n\nHale County\n\nDate: Wednesday, June 10, 2026\n\nTime: 11:00 AM \u2013 1:00 PM\n\nLocation: Greensboro Senior Activity Center\n\n515 Greene Street\n\nGreensboro, AL 36744\n\nSumter County\n\nDate: Wednesday, June 17, 2026\n\nTime: 11:00 AM \u2013 1:00 PM\n\nLocation: York City Hall, Conference Room\n\n583 4th Avenue\n\nYork, AL 36925\n\nTuscaloosa County\n\nDate: Wednesday, June 24, 2026\n\nTime: 11:00 AM \u2013 1:00 PM\n\nLocation: Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama\n\n2222 9th Street\n\nTuscaloosa, AL 35401\n\nConstituents are encouraged to bring any relevant documentation to help staff better assist with their concerns. Appointments are not required.\n\nFor more information, please visit www.sewell.house.gov or call the Birmingham District Office at (205) 254-1960.\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-04T06:38:12Z", "2026-06-04T06:39:44Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-introduces-blast-act-ban-members-congress-lobbying", "Rep. Barry Moore introduces BLAST Act to ban Members of Congress from lobbying", "2026-06-03", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 Today, Representative Barry Moore (AL-01) and Representative Eugene Vindman (VA-07) introduced the Banning Lobbying and Safeguarding Trust (BLAST) Act, legislation that would prohibit Members of Congress from lobbying Congress after leaving office.\n\nThe BLAST Act closes Washington's revolving door by preventing lawmakers from leveraging their connections and insider knowledge to influence Congress on behalf of paying clients.\n\n\"Washington has a trust problem, and the revolving door between Congress and K Street is a big reason why,\" said Rep. Moore. \"The American people are tired of watching career politicians leave office and cash in on the connections they made while serving in government. Public service should be about serving the people - not building a network for your next paycheck. If Members of Congress truly believe in the causes they champion, they shouldn't need a lobbying contract to keep fighting for them after they leave office. The BLAST Act is a commonsense reform that puts American taxpayers first, restores faith in our institutions, and sends a clear message that elected office is a public trust, not a pathway to personal profit.\"\n\n\u201cAmericans don't trust politicians. I can\u2019t blame them with all the scandals and self-dealing in DC. That\u2019s why I\u2019ve fought to ban Members of Congress from trading stocks. Now, I\u2019m proud to lead bipartisan legislation to ban Members of Congress from lobbying for life.\" said Vindman. \"Public service should be about serving the American people\u2014not cashing in. This bill is the kind of commonsense policy to start restoring trust in Congress, and we need to pass it now.\u201d\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud to be an original cosponsor of the BLAST Act, which finally closes the revolving door of former Members of Congress becoming lobbyists. Our Founders envisioned a government led by citizen representatives, not lifelong political operators cashing in on their time in office.\u201d said Rep. Crane.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/appropriations-committee-advances-strongs-funding-north-alabama-water", "Appropriations Committee Advances Strong\u2019s Funding for North Alabama Water Infrastructure Improvements", "2026-06-03", "2026", "2026-06", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Representative Dale Strong, member of the Appropriations Committee, highlighted the Committee\u2019s passage of the Fiscal Year 2027 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill, which includes funding for two critical water improvement projects in rural North Alabama communities.\n\nThe funding approved by the Appropriations Committee during Wednesday\u2019s markup will help local communities address aging sewer infrastructure, improve system reliability, and support future growth.\n\n\u201cReliable water infrastructure is essential to protecting public health, supporting economic development, and improving quality of life in our rural communities,\u201d said Representative Dale Strong. \u201cI\u2019m proud to advocate for these projects that will help ensure that families and businesses in these communities have access to modern, dependable water infrastructure systems.\u201d\n\nThe bill includes the Congressman\u2019s community project funding requests for the following infrastructure improvement projects:\n\n$1,150,000 for the City of New Hope to make critical improvements to its wastewater system, restoring structural integrity, protecting public health and ensuring reliable wastewater service for residents and local businesses.\n\n$1,000,000 for the Waterworks Board of Section and Dutton to upgrade their water treatment plant, improving drinking water, increasing operational capacity to meet current customer demands, and ensuring long-term service continuity.\n\nThese projects will help strengthen essential infrastructure, improve system efficiency, and support the long-term needs of the communities they serve.\n\nThe FY27 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill now heads to the full U.S. House of Representatives for consideration.\n\nBACKGROUND:\n\nThe FY27 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill\n\nStrengthens U.S. national security by reducing our reliance on foreign countries for critical minerals by promoting access to domestic resources.\n\nPromotes American Energy Dominance and cuts through red tape by reducing reliance on foreign oil, promoting domestic onshore oil and gas development, and responsibly developing offshore critical mineral leases.\n\nProtects access to public lands by blocking restrictions on hunting, fishing, and recreational shooting on federal lands and prohibits restrictions on where standard lead ammunition and fishing tackle can be used on certain federal lands and waters.\n\nImproves federal firefighting activities across the Department of the Interior, implementing the Administration\u2019s proposal to create the U.S. Wildland Fire Service.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/6/rep-sewell-statement-on-supreme-court-decision-allowing-alabama-to-use-racially-discriminatory-congressional-map-in-2026-midterm-elections", "Rep. Sewell Statement on Supreme Court Decision Allowing Alabama to Use Racially Discriminatory Congressional Map in 2026 Midterm Elections", "2026-06-02", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2014 U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released the following statement regarding the decision by the U.S. Supreme Court allowing Alabama to use its racially discriminatory congressional map in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections:\n\n\"Once again, the right-wing Supreme Court has put its blatant partisanship on full display, allowing Alabama Republicans to change the rules in the eleventh hour and use a racist congressional map that federal courts have found\u2014on two separate occasions\u2014intentionally discriminates against Black Alabama voters. This is just the latest in a pattern of outrageous Supreme Court decisions that help Republicans desperately cling to power ahead of the midterm elections while diluting Black voices and erasing decades of hard-fought civil rights progress.\n\n\"Black voters in Alabama deserve more than just some representation. We deserve fair representation. That means two congressional seats where African Americans have the opportunity to elect candidates of our choice.\n\n\"Make no mistake. It is the people of Alabama\u2014not the Supreme Court\u2014who will have the last word. Now that the congressional map has been set, it is up to Alabama voters to vote like we\u2019ve never voted before and send a message that cannot be ignored\u2014that all voices deserve to be heard in our democracy.\n\n\"No matter how hard Alabama state officials may try, they will not succeed in silencing our voices. We will not go back to the Jim Crow era. The fight for fair representation continues.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-06-03T06:40:39Z", "2026-06-03T06:42:22Z"], ["https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-issues-statement-supreme-court-decision-alabama-redistricting-case", "Figures Issues Statement on the Supreme Court Decision in Alabama Redistricting Case", "2026-06-02", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Shomari Figures", "F000481", "figures.house.gov", "figures", "https://figures.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) issued the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the State of Alabama could use its 2023 congressional map:\n\n\u201cThe Supreme Court\u2019s conservative majority is allowing the State of Alabama to use a congressional map that three Republican-appointed judges have repeatedly found was the product of intentional racial discrimination. And just three years ago, this same Supreme Court agreed that Alabama had discriminated against Black voters in drawing its maps. But, given the Supreme Court\u2019s recent highly politicized and unprecedented actions, we are certainly not surprised by this decision.\n\n\u201cThe Supreme Court has now confirmed that there is no longer a Voting Rights Act in America, and states are essentially free to discriminate against minority voters with no consequences. This is a dangerous ruling that sets the State and this nation back decades.\n\n\u201cToo many people fought and sacrificed for me to have the opportunity to serve in Congress for me to just walk away. I will stay in this fight to build a better future for Alabama and a better country. I will not be deterred by this coordinated effort to stack the deck for Republicans to retain power in November -- and I know voters won't be deterred either. We have to remind America and Alabama what the power of organizing, mobilizing, and voting looks like. And we will do just that.\u201d", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-leads-effort-counter-threats-americas-armed-forces-strengthen-national", "Strong Leads Effort to Counter Threats to America\u2019s Armed Forces, Strengthen National Security", "2026-05-29", "2026", "2026-05", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Representative Dale Strong today introduced the Targeted Restrictions Upholding Service Trustworthiness(TRUST)Actto prohibit the enlistment and appointment of foreign nationals from adversary nations into the United States Armed Forces.\n\nCurrent policies allow certain foreign nationals to enlist or receive officer appointments in the Armed Forces, including those from nations designated as foreign adversaries under federal law, such as Iran, Russia, China, and North Korea. The TRUST Act addresses these vulnerabilities by prohibiting future enlistment or appointment of foreign nationals from adversary countries that work against American interests.\n\n\u201cForeign nationals from countries who wish to do us harm have no place defending this nation. As threats to the United States increase, both at home and abroad, we must ensure that those who wear the uniform have a duty to our nation alone,\u201d said Representative Dale Strong.\n\nThe legislation follows several recent federal prosecutions involving espionage, foreign influence operations, and attempts to obtain sensitive U.S. military information, including cases announced by the U.S. Department of Justice involving foreign nationals and service members accused of acting on behalf of hostile foreign governments.\n\n\u201cThese vulnerabilities cannot be ignored,\u201d said Strong. \u201cOur adversaries are actively targeting America\u2019s military capabilities and sensitive technologies. This common-sense bill would ensure our Armed Forces remain secure, trusted, and fully committed to defending the United States.\u201d\n\nThe TRUST Act would:\n\nProhibit Enlistment: Bars nationals of covered nations (as defined in 10 U.S.C. \u00a7 4872(f)) from enlisting in the U.S. military, including nationals of China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea.\n\nStrengthen Appointment Standards: Requires that any individual appointed as a military officer must not have been a national of a covered nation for five years preceding appointment.\n\nImprove Oversight and Accountability: Directs the Secretary of War to report to the House and Senate Armed Services Committees on the number of current service members who are nationals of covered nations, including years of service and citizenship status.\n\nAlthough existing vetting procedures are extensive, recent criminal cases involving espionage and foreign influence underscore the need for additional safeguards to mitigate risks posed by individuals with ties to foreign adversary governments.\n\nRepresentatives Barry Moore (AL-01) and Eli Crane (AZ-02) joined as original cosponsors.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:21:02Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/dale-strong-secures-funding-bolster-emergency-preparedness-women-childrens", "Dale Strong Secures Funding to Bolster Emergency Preparedness at Women & Children\u2019s Hospital", "2026-05-28", "2026", "2026-05", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "HUNTSVILLE, Ala. \u2014 Congressman Dale Strong announced today that he secured $2,597,000 in Community Project Funding through the FY26 Homeland Appropriations Bill to provide backup generators for Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children.\n\nThis project will strengthen emergency preparedness and system redundancy to ensure the hospital is able to care for patients across North Alabama during severe weather events or unexpected power disruptions.\n\nAs North Alabama\u2019s only hospital dedicated to advanced pediatric and neonatal care, Women & Children\u2019s serves as the region\u2019s pediatric referral center, providing specialized care for critically ill infants, children and mothers across North Alabama and Southern Tennessee. As part of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, Women and Children\u2019s is designated critical infrastructure by FEMA, underscoring the need for reliable backup power and uninterrupted care for vulnerable patients in the Pediatric Emergency Department, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, and Regional Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).\n\nToday, Congressman Strong toured areas of the hospital, including the NICU, to see firsthand the necessity of preparedness funding to support families across the Tennessee Valley.\n\n\u201cHaving served as a firefighter and EMT for decades, I\u2019ve seen how severe weather and natural disasters can cause widespread power outages and put the lives of vulnerable patients at risk. For newborns in the NICU, children in critical care, and mothers depending on lifesaving treatment, even a brief interruption in power can be detrimental,\u201d said Congressman Dale Strong. \u201cThis funding will help ensure the hospital can continue to care for our most vulnerable patients when they need it most, no matter the circumstances.\u201d\n\nThe Health System expressed gratitude to Congressman Strong for investing in the health and safety of North Alabama families.\n\n\u201cThis funding strengthens our ability to care for patients at Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children when they need us most,\u201d said Tracy Doughty, President and Chief Operating Officer of Huntsville Hospital. \u201cA reliable, modern generator is critical to ensuring continuity of care for newborns, children and women across North Alabama, even in the face of disaster or power disruption. We are grateful to Congressman Dale Strong and our federal partners for investing in the health and safety of North Alabama families.\u201d\n\nThis funding marks nearly $36 million secured by Representative Strong in FY26 Community Project Funding for the Fifth District.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:21:02Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2026/5/rep-sewell-statement-on-federal-court-ruling-blocking-alabama-s-racially-discriminatory-congressional-map", "Rep. Sewell Statement on Federal Court Ruling Blocking Alabama's Racially Discriminatory Congressional Map", "2026-05-26", "2026", "2026-05", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Birmingham, AL \u2014 U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released the following statement regarding the federal court ruling blocking the State of Alabama from using its intentionally racially discriminatory 2023 congressional map:\n\n\u201cThis decision is a victory for fair representation and a powerful rebuke of Alabama\u2019s continued efforts to silence Black voters. Once again, a federal court confirmed what we have said all along: Alabama\u2019s 2023 congressional map was intentionally designed to discriminate against Black voters and dilute our political power.\n\n\"When Alabama Republicans passed the 2023 congressional map, they defied federal court orders, the Constitution, and the Voting Rights Act in a desperate attempt to preserve their grip on power. Rather than drawing a fair map, they obstructed, delayed, and intentionally discriminated against Black voters. Today, the court made clear that those tactics will not stand.\n\n\"I applaud the three-judge panel for upholding the rule of law and reaffirming that racial discrimination has no place in our redistricting process. 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