{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where chamber = \"House\", state = \"AL\" and year = 2023 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-announces-winner-fourth-congressional-district", "Congressman Aderholt Announces Winner of Fourth Congressional District Digital App Challenge", "2023-12-27", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) released the following statement to announce the winner of the 2023 Fourth Congressional District Digital App Challenge. The App Challenge is a nationwide contest held in each Congressional District for high school students to develop their own smart phone applications.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud to announce that Brilyn Hollyhand of Tuscaloosa has won this year\u2019s Fourth District Digital App Challenge,\u201d said Congressman Aderholt. \u201cBrilyn\u2019s app, called \u201cYour Voice,\u201d helps people quickly register to vote and helps them plan to vote. And it works for all 50 states!\n\n\u201cJust like our annual art competition recognizes and encourages students\u2019 artistic talents on the canvas, the app challenge is focused on talents for the important and growing digital world. I think it\u2019s great that Brilyn used his gifts and abilities to help people exercise one of their most important rights, the right to vote.\u201d\n\nBrilyn is a junior at Tuscaloosa Academy. He provided our office with this quote after learning he had won.\n\n\u201cI couldn\u2019t be more excited to have my app win the 2023 Congressional App Challenge! My app was designed to help people register to vote, and with a major election coming up in just a few short months, it\u2019s such an important time to be talking about this! I\u2019ll be voting for the first-time next November, and I hope this encourages all of my generation to get out and vote!\u201d\n\nIn the coming weeks, Congressman Aderholt will present Brilyn with a winning plaque sponsored by Nine Digital in Tuscaloosa.\n\nYou can watch Brilyn\u2019s demonstration video here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-secures-wins-north-alabama-2023", "Strong Secures Wins for North Alabama in 2023", "2023-12-27", "2023", "2023-12", "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 W. Strong (AL-05) released the following update on his work for Alabamians as he reaches the end of his first year in Congress:\n\n\u201cIt has been an honor to serve as your representative in Washington. I am proud of the wins our team has achieved for North Alabama.\n\nAs a freshman member of Congress, I was appointed to serve on three committees that are crucial to the people of Alabama's Fifth Congressional District: Armed Services; Homeland Security; and Science, Space & Technology.\n\nAfter two years of Democrat control in Washington, D.C., Americans are paying the price for their failed policies: wasteful government spending, higher energy costs, skyrocketing prices for everyday goods, an overrun Southern border, weakness on the world stage, emboldening our adversaries, and a federal government backed by Biden to be weaponized against his opponents.\n\nI am proud to say that I hit the ground running with my Republican colleagues to fight for America. This year, the House has passed the most conservative border legislation in history, sliced bloated bureaucratic budgets, and prioritized our men and women in uniform.\n\nWhile we are making progress, we are still fighting an administration that refuses to implement these conservative priorities. Moving forward, I promise to continue fighting for our conservative values, commonsense policies to make life better for hardworking Americans, and our national security.\u201d\n\nCONSTITUENT SERVICES\n\n1,001 constituents served through casework with federal agencies, ranging from passports, VA benefits, tax returns, and many other casework issues constituents have had with federal agencies.\n\nOver $2.83 million in constituent benefits secured and returned to AL-05 by my office.\n\n17,899 individual response letters sent to constituents regarding comments sent to my office.\n\n720 visits to local businesses across all five AL-05 counties to hear their comments regarding issues and legislation that impact them.\n\n15 Mobile Office Hour events held in communities across North Alabama, including: Stevenson, Triana, Ardmore, Falkville, and many more. Be on the lookout for Mobile Office Hours near you in 2024.\n\nKEY LEGISLATION INTRODUCED BY REP. STRONG\n\nFINISH IT Act\n\nThe Biden Administration has forced the Department of Defense (DoD) to spend up to $130,000 a day to store and keep from using materials intended for the border wall, which the Biden Admin has refused to build. This bill would require DoD to use the construction materials to secure the southwest border as originally intended or transfer them to border states for that purpose.\n\nProtecting America\u2019s Agricultural Land from Foreign Harm Act\n\nAs of 2020, Chinese ownership of U.S. agricultural land was over $1.8 billion dollars in value. My legislation prevents the purchase or lease of this land by any individual associated with the government of China or other foreign adversaries.\n\nDHS Biodetection Improvement Act\n\nThe anthrax attacks of 2001 opened our eyes to the threat of bioterrorism. Since then, we have worked across all levels of government to improve prevention, detection, and response capabilities, but work still remains. This legislation will ensure the Department of Homeland Security is fully leveraging every tool at its disposal to protect Americans against the threat of bioweapon attacks.\n\nSTRENGTHENING OUR NATIONAL SECURITY & DEFENSE\n\nThe NDAA provides authorization for funding of every aspect of the U.S. military. This year's NDAA ensures that U.S. military readiness remains at the highest level, combats aggression by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), guts the Biden Administration's woke policies & DEI bureaucracy, and increases oversight of U.S. taxpayer dollars to minimize waste.\n\nAs a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I was able to secure several wins for North Alabama in this year's NDAA, including:\n\nHalting further construction of the Space Command\u2019s interim headquarters in Colorado until the completion of two independent reviews into the Biden Administration's unprecedented political reversal of the Air Force's merit-based selection process, which named Redstone Arsenal as the best location for national security.\n\nA 5.2% pay increase for our men and women in uniform, the largest in over 20 years.\n\nThe inclusion of my bill, the FINISH It Act, which will protect our Southern border and cut wasteful government spending by the Biden Administration.\n\nGutting the Biden Administration's DEI bureaucracy in our military.\n\nOver $500 million in funding authorizations for research, development, and the continued improvement of Redstone Arsenal.\n\nMultiple provisions to ensure America remains on the cutting edge of development and maintains dominance over our adversaries.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-demands-answers-illegally-undisclosed-foreign-gifts-200", "Rep. Barry Moore demands answers on illegally undisclosed foreign gifts to 200 American universities", "2023-12-21", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore led a letter to Education Secretary Miguel Cardona demanding answers about why colleges across the nation failing to disclose billions from foreign donors despite those disclosures being mandated by law. Over 200 American colleges and universities illegally withheld information about $13 billion in foreign gifts, according to a report by the Network Contagion Research Institute.\n\n\"We have seen a horrific rise in antisemitism on college campuses across our country since the October 7th attack on Israel,\" said Moore. \"I believe it's no coincidence that many of the universities failing to condemn antisemitism also illegally failed to disclose large gifts from foreign countries. I call on Secretary Cardona to immediately launch an investigation into these illegally undisclosed gifts and their influence on our universities.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/aderholt-votes-support-alabama-military-projects", "Aderholt Votes to Support Alabama Military Projects", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) released the following statement on today\u2019s passage in the House of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).\n\n\u201cToday, I voted in favor of this year\u2019s National Defense Authorization Act, the NDAA, authorizing critical funds for our nation\u2019s military. I am proud to support a 5.2% pay-raise for our troops, directing the Department of Defense to help secure our Southern border, and scrutinizing the Biden Administration\u2019s politicized basing decision that would deny the US Space Command its rightful and preferred home in Alabama.\n\n\u201cOn top of all of that, we\u2019ve continued our support for hypersonics being built right here in the 4th District in Courtland and given a boost to domestic shipyards like the ones in Mobile. This bill also takes significant steps to counter the Chinese Communist Party at home by securing our supply chains and abroad by strengthening our deterrence capabilities in the Indo-Pacific.\n\n\u201cThis bill sends a much-needed message of leadership to our friends and allies. I am particularly encouraged by the provisions that will facilitate the AUKUS partnership between the US, UK and Australia, as well as the timely provisions to assist Israel and Taiwan, respectively. Further, I am reassured by the establishment of additional safeguards for our security assistance to Ukraine in the form of the Special Inspector General dedicated to ensure American taxpayer dollars are not wasted.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-opposes-ndaa-funds-bidens-radical-policies", "Rep. Barry Moore opposes NDAA that funds Biden's radical policies", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore released a statement after opposing the conference report to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024. The final report, which sets policy for our military, left out several key conservative priorities needed to refocus our Department of Defense solely on its mission to safeguard our national security.\n\n\"This version of the NDAA forces American taxpayers to fund abortion travel, sex reassignment surgeries, a one-year reauthorization of FISA with no reforms, which allows weaponized government to spy on Americans, and critical race theory initiatives teaching that our nation's enemies are not abroad, but within our own citizens and military,\" said Moore. \"Earlier this year, I proudly supported the House version of this legislation, which was truly focused on military readiness and service member needs. I am disappointed that divisive policies which hold service members and taxpayers hostage to the Democrats' radical agenda have been included in this bill, and I cannot support it.\"\n\nThe FY24 conference report to the NDAA includes:\n\nFunding for abortion travel for service members\n\nFunding for sex re-assignment surgeries for service members\n\nFunding to teach service members CRT and DEI initiatives\n\nAn automatic one-year reauthorization of FISA with no reforms, allowing for continued weaponized government through April 2025\n\nOnly watered down efforts to deter the growing influence and military capabilities of China\n\nProvides at least $600 million in funding to Ukraine\n\nClimate change initiative funding to appease Biden's wealthy radical environmentalist base\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-supports-formal-impeachment-inquiry", "Rep. Barry Moore supports formal impeachment inquiry", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore released a statement after voting in support of H.Res.918, which would authorize a formal impeachment inquiry of President Biden.\n\n\"Despite what the media and the Democrats will tell you, there is more than enough evidence against President Biden to justify an impeachment inquiry,\" said Moore. \"We already know that Biden lied about being involved in his family's business dealings, using his vice president title as a brand, and taking money from Chinese state-linked companies. House Republicans are following the facts wherever they lead us, and we aren't interested in playing politics -- we want to protect our country. I look forward to working with Chairman Jordan on the Judiciary Committee to continue to examine the evidence.\"\n\nTo learn more, click here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/12/rep-sewell-votes-for-fiscal-year-2024-national-defense-authorization-act", "Rep. Sewell Votes for Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Rep. Sewell previously opposed the House bill after extreme MAGA Republicans hijacked it with amendments attacking diversity and inclusion and undermining access to reproductive health care for service members. Sewell and her Democratic colleagues successfully worked to strip these harmful provisions from the bill.\n\nThe FY24 NDAA includes a 5.2% pay raise for service members, record research funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and major investments in Alabama\u2019s military installations. It passed the House of Representatives today by a vote of 310 to 118. Having already passed the Senate, it will now make its way to President Biden\u2019s desk to be signed into law.\n\n\u201cAs a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the representative for critical military installations in Alabama, I take very seriously my responsibility to provide our service members with the tools and support they need to keep our nation safe,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cThough I was profoundly disappointed when extreme Republicans hijacked the previous version of this bill, I am grateful that Democrats successfully stripped out their amendments attacking diversity and reproductive health care. With these provisions removed, I was proud to continue the solemn tradition of supporting the NDAA and our national defense.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am absolutely thrilled that we secured a number of key wins in this year\u2019s NDAA including a 5.2 percent pay raise for Alabama\u2019s 37,000 service members and a record $150 million in research funding for our nation\u2019s HBCUs and MSIs,\u201d continued Sewell. \u201cThe talented students, faculty, and researchers at these cherished institutions are an asset to our national security, and we must continue to invest in their success.\u201d\n\nPassed annually by Congress, 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\nRep. Sewell and Congressional Democrats successfully removed Republicans\u2019 harmful amendments eliminating the Chief Diversity Officer, limiting the discussion of race, and restricting access to reproductive health care for service women.\n\nRep. Sewell secured key wins in the FY24 NDAA:\n\nProvides Record Research Funding for HBCUs and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) - The NDAA includes an amendment that Rep. Sewell co-sponsored to boost research funding for HBCUs and MSIs to historic levels. In total, this year\u2019s NDAA includes $150 million to support cutting-edge research programs at HBCUs and MSIs, $50 million more than the President\u2019s request and $18 million more than the FY23 NDAA.\n\nProvides a Pay Raise to Service Members - The NDAA includes a 5.2% pay raise for the over 37,000 service members in Alabama, expands eligibility for the Basic Needs Allowance, and makes significant investments in military family housing and child development centers.\n\nBlocks the Move of SPACECOM Headquarters to Colorado - The NDAA blocks money to acquire, build, plan or design a new Space Command Headquarters until after June 2024, when the DoD Inspector General and Government Accountability Office have finished reviews into the decision to keep Space Command in Colorado.\n\nAuthorizes $122 Million for Military Construction Projects in the 7th District - The NDAA authorizes $65 million for Military Family Housing at Maxwell and $57 million for a new Army Reserve Center in Birmingham.\n\nModernizes Alabama\u2019s Air National Guard Facilities - The NDAA includes Rep. Sewell\u2019s amendment directing the Secretary of the Air Force to brief the Armed Services Committee on facility modernization plans for Air National Guard installations in Alabama including the 117th Air Refueling Wing in Birmingham.\n\nRecognizes Air Force Professional Development Education at Maxwell Air Force Base - Thanks to a request submitted by Rep. Sewell, the NDAA acknowledges the important role Air University at Maxwell Air Force Base plays in training our brightest Air Force leaders, paving the way for innovative research, and advancing USAF combat operations.\n\nExpands DoD Partnership with HBCUs - The NDAA includes Rep. Sewell\u2019s amendment to strengthen and expand partnerships between DoD and our nation\u2019s HBCUs. The amendment directs the Air Force to brief the House Armed Services Committee on how it plans to partner with HBCUs to leverage their expertise in the areas of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and Additive Manufacturing.\n\nInvests in New and Existing Aircraft - The NDAA authorizes $65 million for additional MH-139 helicopters for Maxwell Air Force Base and prohibits the retirement of KC-135 refueling tankers, preserving the 117th Air National Guard\u2019s footprint.\n\nExpands Reserve Officers\u2019 Training Corps (ROTC) Programs at HBCUs - The NDAA includes a provision directing the Secretary of the Air Force to submit a report to the House Committee on Armed Services that includes an assessment of the feasibility of expanding Air Force ROTC programs at HBCUs, the cost of such an expansion to HBCUs, and the number of HBCUs that qualify for an Air Force ROTC program.\n\nTackles Hunger Among Military Families - The NDAA includes an amendment cosponsored by Rep. Sewell to explore the process of improving the certification process for military families accessing free- and reduced-price school meals.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/12/reps-sewell-and-bilirakis-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-help-rare-kidney-disease-patients", "Reps. Sewell and Bilirakis Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Rare Kidney Disease Patients", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "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. Reps. Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) and Terri Sewell (AL-07) introduced the New Era for Preventing End-Stage Kidney Disease Act. This important legislation will help transform the delivery of care to rare kidney disease patients by increasing community and healthcare provider awareness and education.\n\nEach year, Medicare spends more than $84 billion providing critical care to patients with chronic kidney disease, including $36 billion on patients with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD). Unfortunately, there has been little innovation in treatment options for kidney disease patients since the 1960s when dialysis and immunosuppressants became commonplace. Earlier this year, the FDA approved the first-of-its-kind non-immunosuppressive drug therapy for the rare kidney disease IgA Nephropathy. Yet oftentimes, patients struggle to find a nephrologist well-versed in their rare conditions who can provide an accurate diagnosis and expert treatment. These treatment and diagnostic barriers, coupled with the lack of rare kidney disease awareness and education, often cause a delay in diagnosis that can result in a rapid decline in kidney function and, ultimately, kidney failure. For many rare kidney disease patients, their only options are dialysis, transplant, or death.\n\n\u201cFar too many people living with rare kidney disease have trouble finding specialized care providers,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cIncreasing awareness and education is crucial to caring for rare kidney disease patients, which is why I\u2019m so proud to introduce the New Era For Preventing End Stage Kidney Disease Act. This legislation will make critical improvements to the way patients with rare kidney disease, especially those in underserved communities, access and receive care.\u201d\n\n\"Our life-saving legislation will help remove diagnostic and treatment barriers for many patients suffering with a rare disease,\" said Rep. Bilirakis. \"Through the establishment of Rare Kidney Disease Research Centers of Excellence and increased provider education efforts, we will empower providers to better identify the signs and symptoms of rare kidney disease, which will lead to improved treatment options and better patient outcomes.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-secures-north-alabama-wins-ndaa", "Strong Secures North Alabama Wins in NDAA", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Dale Strong (AL-05), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement on his vote to pass the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA):\n\n\u201cThe NDAA provides authorization for funding of every aspect of the United States military. This year\u2019s NDAA ensures that U.S. military readiness remains at the highest level, combats aggression by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), guts the Biden Administration\u2019s woke policies & DEI bureaucracy, and increases oversight of U.S. taxpayer dollars to minimize waste.\n\nThe bill also makes significant investments in North Alabama and is yet another example of the importance of the region to U.S. national security. I will continue to fight for the people of Alabama\u2019s Fifth District and ensure that everyone knows our nation is made safer by North Alabama.\u201d\n\nThe House voted 310 \u2013 118 to pass the FY24 NDAA on Thursday, December 14, 2023. The Senate passed the bill on December 13, by a vote of 87 \u2013 13. The NDAA now moves to the President\u2019s desk for his signature.\n\nChairman Mike Rogers said the following of Rep. Strong's work on this legislation:\n\n\u201cDale Strong has fought tirelessly for our national security and Alabama,\u201d Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) said. \u201cDale has worked around the clock to ensure that the FY24 NDAA continues to support the work being done in Alabama to support our national security. Dale and I have fought hard to hold the Biden Administration accountable and resist their attempts to inject politics into the Space command basing decision. I thank Dale for his tireless leadership.\u201d\n\nNorth Alabama: The NDAA includes over $500 million in funding authorizations for research, development, and the continued improvement of Redstone Arsenal.\n\nSpace Command: The NDAA includes a provision championed by Strong that prevents further construction at the U.S. Space Command headquarters in Colorado Springs, CO until the completion of two independent investigations.\n\nFINISH IT Act: The NDAA includes Rep. Strong\u2019s FINISH IT Act. This provision requires the DoD to provide unused border wall materials currently rusting in storage to border states to use.\n\nAn extended breakdown of the NDAA can be found in the document below.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/aderholt-votes-open-biden-impeachment-inquiry", "Aderholt Votes to Open Biden Impeachment Inquiry", "2023-12-13", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) released the following statement concerning today\u2019s developments involving President Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden.\n\n\u201cToday, I voted to open a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. This resolution is a critically important step to ensure compliance with the law and full transparency of the process. To date, the Biden Administration has impeded the House\u2019s investigation; therefore, the House has voted to reaffirm that the inquiry is authorized and can proceed to its conclusion.\n\n\u201cWhile a father should not be punished for the crimes of his son, it appears this President has possibly committed multiple impeachable offenses. At the top of that list is serving as a possible accomplice (the \u201cBig Guy\u201d) to the business dealings of his son, Hunter Biden\n\n\u201cJust today, Hunter Biden refused to obey a Congressional subpoena. No one \u2013 not even the President\u2019s family \u2013 gets to dictate how and which laws apply to them. Hunter Biden is going to learn that while it may be lucrative to trade off of his father\u2019s name, it does not get him special treatment from the law.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m confident that my colleagues on the appropriate committees will get to the bottom of all of this and Congress will hold the Bidens accountable.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-supports-biden-impeachment-inquiry", "Palmer Supports Biden Impeachment Inquiry", "2023-12-13", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Gary J. Palmer", "P000609", "palmer.house.gov", "palmer", "https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Following his vote to formally begin an impeachment inquiry into President Biden, Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cToday\u2019s vote by House Republicans is a step toward government transparency and accountability, specifically with the office of the President,\u201d said Rep. Gary Palmer. \u201cDuring the entirety of Congress\u2019 investigation into the Biden family, the White House has been obstructing our ability to get the information we need. The American people should wonder why that is the case. Unlike the impeachment of President Trump which was based on false charges and was a political hack job, we have built a case based on solid evidence. Approving an impeachment inquiry is the next step in this process which will provide access to additional documents and other evidence I believe will provide proof President Biden was involved in what can only be described a family criminal cartel.\u201d\n\nPalmer concluded, \u201cPresident Biden has continually lied about his involvement in this growing family enrichment scheme, and, with a formal impeachment inquiry, the House can now lay out the evidence for everyone to see. It is time the President and his family are held accountable.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/ndaa-halts-space-command-construction-colorado", "NDAA Halts Space Command Construction in Colorado", "2023-12-13", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 The Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes a provision championed by Representative Dale Strong (AL-05) which prohibits funding from being used to expand U.S. Space Command (SPACECOM) headquarters in Colorado Springs, CO.\n\nSpecifically, Sec. 2889 in the NDAA will stop the combatant command from renting, planning, designing, or constructing new facilities.\n\n\u201cI promised to fight for Space Command from day one as your congressman, and refused to sit idly by as political influence was used to reverse a merit-based decision,\u201d said Representative Dale W. Strong.\n\nThe funding freeze will remain until at least June 30, 2024, and is contingent on completed investigations by both the Department of Defense (DoD) Inspector General (IG) and the Comptroller General of the United States.\n\n\u201cI am confident that these new investigations will uncover executive interference from the Biden administration in the basing process,\u201d said Strong.\n\nThis will be the second DoD Inspector General investigation looking into the SPACECOM basing decision. The first, completed in May 2022, found that the U.S. Air Force\u2019s original decision for SPACECOM headquarters \u201cwas reasonable in identifying Huntsville as the preferred permanent location.\u201d\n\n\u201cDoing what\u2019s right for our armed forces and nation\u2019s security is my driving force. I\u2019m proud to be able to call attention to this bogus Biden decision and ensure that our taxpayer dollars are used in the best interest of national defense,\u201d said Strong.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-co-leads-letter-support-fair-trade-cabinet-manufacturers", "Rep. Barry Moore co-leads letter in support of fair trade for cabinet manufacturers", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) and Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) co-led a letter to Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo expressing concerns about domestic cabinet workers facing growing competition from unfairly traded Chinese merchandise being moved through Malaysia and Vietnam to undermine existing anti-dumping orders. Reps. Jerry Carl (AL-01), Mike Rogers (AL-03), Robert Aderholt (AL-04), Dale Strong (AL-05), and Gary Palmer (AL-06) also joined the letter.\n\n\"Cabinet manufacturers employ 250,000 Americans and thousands of Alabamians,\" said Moore. \"I thank Rep. Sewell for joining me in this effort to ensure a fair and transparent certification process is implemented, and the continued enforcement of anti-dumping orders keep the playing field level and combat China's unfair trading practices so our American and Alabama cabinet manufacturers can continue to thrive.\"\n\n\u201cWe know that when Alabama workers are given a level playing field, they can compete and win in the global marketplace,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cWhile we are grateful to the Department of Commerce for taking steps to protect Alabama\u2019s cabinet manufacturers against China\u2019s illegal trade practices, more must be done to promote fairness and transparency in this industry. By implementing a certification process for foreign producers, the Department of Commerce can ensure that all parties are playing by the same rules.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-opposes-healthcare-bill-adds-11-billion-us-deficit", "Rep. Barry Moore opposes healthcare bill that adds $11 billion to U.S. deficit", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Barry Moore released a statement after opposing H.R.5378, the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act. This legislation adds $11.645 billion to the deficit and uses budget gimmicks that may or may not come to fruition over the next decade to pay off the cost.\n\n\"I support the effort to lower costs for patients and employers by requiring health insurers and pharmacy benefit managers to disclose negotiated drug rebates and discounts, but no one is truly saving money with legislation that adds $11 billion to the deficit over the next two years,\" said Moore. \"We cannot continue to 'buy now and pay later' when our country is $34 trillion in debt. I refuse to add to Biden's out-of-control spending that is already imposing a 17 percent inflation tax on the American people.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strongs-finish-it-act-included-ndaa-conference-report", "Strong\u2019s FINISH IT Act included in NDAA Conference Report", "2023-12-11", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Representative Dale Strong\u2019s (AL-05) FINISH IT Act has been included in the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).\n\nOnce implemented, the FINISH IT Act, will override the Biden administration\u2019s decision to allow millions of dollars' worth of U.S. - Mexico border wall materials to go to waste.\n\n\u201cEvery penny that goes to the Department of Defense should be used to best prepare our men and women in uniform to protect the United States,\u201d said Representative Strong, \u201cPresident Biden\u2019s use of defense funds to indefinitely store unused border materials is an irresponsible misuse of resources during the ongoing crisis at the border and a pivotal time for U.S. national security.\u201d\n\nSince March 2021 with the halt of southwest border wall construction, the Biden administration has allowed more than $300 million of the Department of Defense\u2019s budget to pay for storage of the unused border wall materials.\n\nStrong, a member of the House Armed Services and Homeland Security Committees, partnered with Senate Armed Services Committee Ranking Member, Sen. Roger Wicker (R-MS) for a standalone provision (H.R. 5130 / S. 4198) and for the FY24 NDAA.\n\n\"It is astounding to me that the Department of Defense is paying $130,000 per day to do nothing with $300 million worth of border wall materials,\" Wicker said. \"This clear example of government waste is holding back our mission to protect American citizens and American security. President Biden appears to prefer spending money to avoid building the wall, rather than protect Americans from cartels.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-slams-gao-crop-insurance-report", "Rep. Barry Moore slams GAO crop insurance report", "2023-12-08", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Barry Moore released a statement following the publishing of a shortsighted Government Accountability Office (GAO) report on crop insurance.\n\n\"It's troubling to see the GAO completely ignore the benefits of federal crop insurance in this report,\" said Moore. \"Alabama producers willingly pay premiums for crop insurance coverage because it provides steady assistance when disaster strikes and allows them to pay back their lenders, retain employees, and get back on their feet for the next farming season.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-slams-president-bidens-new-student-loan-scheme", "Rep. Barry Moore slams President Biden's new student loan scheme", "2023-12-07", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) voted in favor of H.J.Res.88, a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to overturn President Biden\u2019s reckless income-driven repayment (IDR) rule\u2014known as \u201cSavings on a Valuable Education (SAVE)\u201d plan. Experts estimate that the SAVE scheme could leave taxpayers on the hook for as much as $559 billion, making it the costliest regulation in U.S. history.\n\nJust this week, President Biden announced he would forgive another $4.8 billion in student debt. In 2022, then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi noted that President Biden \"does not have the authority\" to forgive student loans, saying it \"takes an act of Congress.\"\n\n\u201cBiden's giveaway of billions in student loans and his most recent IDR rule force every taxpayer to bear the burden of loans they did not sign up for,\" said Moore. \"He calls it forgiveness, but even those who had their loans paid will face the consequences of Biden's actions to the tune of a 17 percent inflation tax that will only rise if we continue his spending habits that have led us to $34 trillion in debt.\"\n\nClick here to learn more about this legislation.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-slams-restriction-civilian-firearm-export-licenses", "Rep. Barry Moore slams restriction on civilian firearm export licenses", "2023-12-07", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) recently co-sponsored the Protect American Gun Exporters Act, introduced by Rep. Mark Green (R-TN). The bill stops the current export license pause and prevents the Department of Commerce from taking any substantially similar actions in the future unless standard rulemaking procedures are followed. Moore also signed a letter written by Rep.Green demanding answers on the unprecedented and reckless restriction on civilian firearm export licenses.\n\n\"The Biden Administration's decision to pause the issuance of export licenses for firearms, related components, and ammunition punishes law-abiding citizens and gives criminals a monopoly on the market,\" said Moore. \"I am grateful to Rep. Green for leading the effort to stop another attempt by Biden to trample on our Second Amendment rights.\"\n\nTo learn more about this legislation, click here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-supports-legislation-protect-students-harmful-foreign", "Rep. Barry Moore supports legislation to protect students from harmful foreign influence", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) voted in favor of H.R. 5933, the DETERRENT Act, sponsored by Rep. Michelle Steel (R-CA). Foreign regimes, such as the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and Qatar, the home of Hamas leadership, have expanded their influence in the United States by providing our academic institutions with lucrative funding opportunities. Many schools fail to report this funding, leaving foreign actors with a hold on U.S. academic institutions. This legislation cuts the foreign gift reporting threshold to $50,000 for most countries, and $0 for countries and entities of concern.\n\n\u201cWe cannot allow foreign countries to take over our universities and work against American interests just by flashing their checkbooks,\" said Moore. \"Our adversaries know one of the best ways to hurt us is to influence our students. This legislation ensures bad actors can be brought to light and holds universities accountable.\"\n\nClick here to learn more about this legislation.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-votes-preserve-american-vehicle-choice", "Rep. Barry Moore votes to preserve American vehicle choice", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) voted in favor of H.R. 4468, the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act. This legislation, sponsored by Rep. Walberg (R-MI) and Rep. Clyde (R-GA), stops President Biden's agenda to force Americans to drive electric vehicles. Biden's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has created aggressive proposed standards that would force two-thirds of all new vehicles to be electric in less than a decade.\n\n\u201cThe Biden Administration is determined to satisfy wealthy environmentalists and abandon regular Americans by making it almost impossible to purchase a combustion engine vehicle in the next decade,\" said Moore. \"Electric vehicles are more expensive, less reliable, and charging stations in many states are few and far between. Americans should be able to choose what type of vehicle they want to purchase without interference from the federal government.\"\n\nClick here to learn more about this legislation.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/12/reps-williams-and-carter-make-good-on-chick-fil-a-wager-with-reps-sewell-and-aderholt-after-bama-sec-championship-win", "Reps. Williams and Carter Make Good on Chick-fil-A Wager with Reps. Sewell and Aderholt After Bama SEC Championship Win", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Reps. Nikema Williams (D-GA) and Buddy Carter (R-GA) made good on their friendly wager with Reps. Terri Sewell (D-AL) and Robert Aderholt (R-AL), treating the Alabama Congressmembers to lunch. On Saturday, the Alabama Crimson Tide won a hard-fought 27-24 victory over the Geogia Bulldogs, ending Georgia\u2019s winning streak and subsequently securing a coveted spot in the College Football Playoff.\n\n\u201cCongratulations to the Tide on their 30th SEC title!\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cI want to thank our Georgia colleagues for being good sports and donning some Alabama apparel on the House steps. Congressman Aderholt and I can confirm; Victory really does taste better with a side of chicken!\u201d\n\n\u201cAfter Saturday\u2019s big win, let\u2019s see if we can find any Michigan colleagues brave enough to bet against the Tide,\u201d continued Sewell.\n\nStay tuned for another possible wager when the Crimson Tide takes on the Michigan Wolverines in the College Football Playoff at the Rose Bowl on New Years Day.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-condemns-rise-antisemitism", "Rep. Barry Moore condemns rise in antisemitism", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) voted in favor of H.Res.894, a resolution introduced by Rep. Kustoff (R-TN) and Rep. Miller (R-OH) condemning the rise in antisemitism in the United States and around the world.\n\n\u201cWe have seen a rise in antisemitism across our country and the world in the wake of the October 7th attacks on Israel that is deeply concerning,\" said Moore. \"Now more than ever, we must condemn antisemitism and reaffirm our support for the Jewish community at home and abroad. We also must make clear that America's support for the State of Israel is steadfast and unwavering.\"\n\nClick here to learn more about this legislation.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-opposes-cfpb-rule-violates-privacy-small-business-owners", "Rep. Barry Moore opposes CFPB rule that violates privacy of small business owners", "2023-12-01", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) voted in favor of S.J. Res.32, a joint Congressional Review Act resolution of disapproval regarding a new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) rule. The new regulation requires banks to ask small business owners personal questions about their sexuality and gender as part of applying for a loan. Their personal information will then be added to the CFPB website.\n\n\u201cNo small business owner should ever be forced to disclose information about their sexuality to apply for a loan,\" said Moore. \"This backwards rule puts small business owners at risk of having their private information compromised and bankers at risk by forcing them to ask questions violating customers' privacy. Additional burdens on small businesses like these nonsensical reporting requirements are the last thing they need when they\u2019re already struggling to keep their doors open due to Bidenomics.\"\n\nClick here to learn more about this legislation.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-thanks-sen-tuberville-his-stand-life", "Rep. Barry Moore thanks Sen. Tuberville for his stand for life", "2023-12-01", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) joined 20 House lawmakers in the Pro-Life Caucus on a letter thanking Senator Tommy Tuberville for his courageous leadership to preserve and protect the lives of unborn children. Tuberville's holds on Department of Defense (DoD) nominations brought much-needed scrutiny to President Biden's unprecedented and misguided policy supporting the abortion industry by using taxpayer dollars to fund service members' abortion travel\n\n\"I am grateful to Coach Tuberville for fighting the good fight to protect unborn children,\" said Moore. \"I was proud to sign this letter with fellow Alabama members Rep. Aderholt and Rep. Palmer. Coach Tuberville's dedication to this issue has brought attention to Biden's politicization of our military and use of taxpayer funds to end innocent lives. I encourage my fellow Alabamians to call Coach Tuberville's office and thank him for his tremendous efforts.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/12/rep-sewell-honors-rosa-parks-on-the-house-floor-urges-support-for-her-rosa-parks-day-act", "Rep. Sewell Honors Rosa Parks on the House Floor, Urges Support for her Rosa Parks Day Act", "2023-12-01", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 Today, on the 68th anniversary of Rosa Parks\u2019 arrest, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) spoke on the House Floor to honor the Civil Rights icon and urge her colleagues to support her bill, H.R. 308, the Rosa Parks Day Act, to designate December 1st as a federal holiday. The Rosa Parks Day Act now enjoys the support of 114 cosponsors in the House of Representatives.\n\nA recording is available for download and broadcast purposes here. Watch on YouTube here.\n\nRep. Sewell: Madam Speaker, I rise today to call on all of my colleagues to cosponsor H.R. 308, the Rosa Parks Day Act.\n\nToday, December 1st, Americans across the nation are celebrating the legacy of Rosa Parks.\n\nIt was on December 1, 1955, when Rosa Parks was arrested in Montgomery, Alabama, for refusing to give up her seat on a city bus. This simple but bold act of resistance to segregationist Jim Crow laws inspired the historic Montgomery Bus Boycott.\n\nFor 481 days, spurred by Rosa Parks\u2019 courage, thousands of African Americans peacefully protested the Montgomery city bus system until the United States Court ruled in Browder v. Gayle that the segregation ordinances were unconstitutional.\n\nRosa Parks was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1996, the Congressional Gold Medal in 1999, and was the first woman to ever lie in state in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. In addition, many states, including Ohio, California, Missouri, and Oregon, already observe Rosa Parks Day at the state level.\n\nHer legacy continues to inspire new generations of Americans to advance justice and equality. Now is the time to pass this legislation and to declare December 1st as a federal holiday and as Rosa Parks Day.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-urges-speaker-johnson-take-action-pro-growth-tax-legislation", "Rep. Barry Moore urges Speaker Johnson to take action on pro-growth tax legislation", "2023-11-30", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) joined nearly 150 of his Republican colleagues on a letter led by Rep. Yakym (R-IN) urging Speaker Johnson to support legislation by the end of the year that extends pro-growth tax policies, including, immediate research and development expensing, full capital expensing, and a pro-growth interest deductibility rule.\n\n\"Small business owners across Alabama are battling Biden's red tape and his 17 percent inflation tax,\" said Moore. \"House Republicans must pass legislation that extends these tax provisions so our small business owners can withstand the failure of Bidenomics, continue innovation, create jobs, and maintain competitiveness with businesses in other countries.\"\n\nClick here to learn more about this legislation.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-bill-protecting-elections-passes-committee", "Palmer Bill Protecting Elections Passes Committee", "2023-11-30", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Gary J. Palmer", "P000609", "palmer.house.gov", "palmer", "https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Following the passage of the Citizen Ballot Protection Act out of the House Committee on Administration, Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cFree and fair elections are something the citizens of this nation expect. However, slowly but surely, noncitizens around the country are being given the ability to participate in a process sacredly reserved for citizens. This creates endless opportunities for fraud, which will counteract restoring faith in the American election process,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cThe American people should be certain their vote is not being erased by noncitizens. My bill passing in committee is the first step in amending the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to give states the ability to verify the citizenship status of their voters when they register. I look forward to seeing the Citizen Ballot Protection Act being passed on the House floor.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/11/reps-terri-sewell-robert-aderholt-nikema-williams-and-buddy-carter-announce-friendly-bipartisan-wager-on-uga-bama-sec-championship", "Reps. Terri Sewell, Robert Aderholt, Nikema Williams, and Buddy Carter Announce Friendly, Bipartisan Wager on UGA-Bama SEC Championship", "2023-11-30", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 Today, ahead of Saturday\u2019s SEC championship game between the University of Alabama and the University of Georgia, U.S. Reps. Terri Sewell (D-AL), Robert Aderholt (R-AL), Nikema Williams (D-GA), and Buddy Carter (R-GA) announced a friendly wager on which team will prevail on the gridiron.\n\nWhen the Alabama Crimson Tide are victorious, Bama fans Reps. Terri Sewell and Robert Aderholt will enjoy Georgia\u2019s own Chick-fil-A courtesy of Reps. Nikema Williams and Buddy Carter.\n\nIf the UGA Bulldogs manage to pull off a surprise victory over the Alabama Crimson Tide, proud fans Reps. Nikema Williams and Buddy Carter will enjoy a lunch of coveted Dreamland Bar-B-Que courtesy of Reps. Terri Sewell and Robert Aderholt.\n\n\u201cOur Georgia friends like to talk smack, but good luck stopping Jalen Milroe!\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cI\u2019m looking forward to the Tide ending Georgia\u2019s winning streak on Saturday. Lucky for Congressman Aderholt and I, victory always tastes better with a side of chicken. The Tide is going to Roll in Atlanta!\u201d\n\n\u201cAlabama and Georgia facing off in the SEC Championship, the National Championship or both, is becoming almost an annual tradition,\u201d said Rep. Aderholt. \u201cSomething else that is a great tradition is Dreamland Barbeque. So, it\u2019s a shame our Georgia colleagues won\u2019t get to experience it. But I\u2019m looking forward to that Chick-fil-A. Roll Tide!\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Georgia Bulldogs have feasted on every opponent for the last two seasons,\" said Rep. Williams. \"I\u2019m ready to feast on some barbecue when the Dawgs win their fifth straight game in Atlanta\u2013their second home. Make no mistake I win either way because I\u2019m a lifelong \u2018Bama fan but this season the Dawgs have the edge.\u201d\n\n\u201cGeorgia playing Alabama at the end of the football season has become a holiday tradition, as has Georgia winning the SEC Championship,\u201d said Rep. Carter. \u201cEveryone knows that the far superior Georgia Bulldogs already have this in the bag and I\u2019m excited to celebrate their victory with a side of BBQ. GO DAWGS!\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-calls-immediate-release-hamas-hostages", "Rep. Barry Moore calls for immediate release of Hamas hostages", "2023-11-29", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) voted in favor of H.Res.793, a resolution sponsored by Rep. Haley Stephens (MI-11) calling on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during the October 2023 attack on Israel. An estimated 240 hostages were taken by Hamas, and only about 75 of them have been released so far.\n\n\u201cIt is encouraging that some of the hostages have been released and reunited with their families,\" said Moore. \"But there are still nearly 165 hostages that are in captivity, and it's estimated that at least 10 of them are Americans. We must continue our steadfast support for Israel, and we cannot rest until every single hostage is home.\"\n\nClick here to learn more about this legislation.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/11/ahead-of-the-68th-anniversary-of-rosa-parks-arrest-rep-sewell-leads-the-push-for-rosa-parks-federal-holiday", "Ahead of the 68th Anniversary of Rosa Parks\u2019 Arrest, Rep. Sewell Leads the Push for Rosa Parks Federal Holiday", "2023-11-29", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 Today, ahead of the 68th anniversary of Rosa Parks\u2019 arrest, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) was joined by Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chairman Steven Horsford (NV-04), Rep. Joyce Beatty (OH-03) and members of the CBC for a press conference on Capitol Hill urging passage of her bill, H.R. 308, the Rosa Parks Day Act. The bill would make December 1st a federal holiday commemorating the arrest of Rosa Parks. The Rosa Parks Day Act was the first bill that Rep. Sewell introduced in the 118th Congress.\n\nWatch the press conference here.\n\nOn December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks was arrested in Montgomery, Alabama, for refusing to give up her seat to a white passenger on a public bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott and galvanizing the Civil Rights Movement.\n\nThere is currently no federal holiday honoring a woman or a Black woman.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/representatives-aderholt-miller-and-brecheen-send-letter-hhs-demanding", "Representatives Aderholt, Miller and Brecheen Send Letter to HHS Demanding Change to Rule that Targets Faith Based Adoption Groups", "2023-11-28", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Monday, Representatives Robert Aderholt (AL-04), Mary Miller (IL-15), and Josh Brecheen (OK-02) wrote a letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) demanding recission of a new proposed rule that would target and penalize faith-based child welfare providers. The rule, if finalized, would require state child welfare agencies to ensure the availability of \u201csafe and appropriate\u201d placements and services for children in foster care who identify as \u201cLGBTQI[AF1] +\u201d. The new requirement stands to harm faith-based providers as it could mitigate their availability and involvement within the child welfare system.\n\n\u201cThe number of children who need homes continues to grow; yet the number of available foster homes is steadily declining, and the Biden Administration is doing nothing to help with that discrepancy,\u201d said Rep. Aderholt. \u201cIn fact, the rule proposed by HHS does nothing but harm children in foster care and push an extreme agenda. It\u2019s clear the administration cares only about their radical left party, not about American values, families, or children.\u201d\n\n\u201cHere are the facts: we know that America is facing a foster care shortage and that 65% of non-kin foster parents attend religious services weekly,\u201d said Congressman Brecheen. \u201cSo why is the Biden Administration pursuing a dangerous, far-Left agenda that unfairly targets the same faith-based families who are much more likely to open up their homes compared to the general population? We call on Biden\u2019s bureaucrats to rescind this proposed rule, stand up for children who need homes, and end its war against American values.\u201d\n\nThe presumption by HHS is that faith-based providers are incapable of providing safe and loving homes for children who identify as \u201cLGBTQI+\u201d. The inhibition of placement in faith-based foster homes decreases the likelihood of a child finding a home.\n\nFurthermore, the rule would assume that to not affirm a child\u2019s gender identity or sexual orientation is considered \u201cabuse\u201d, a precedent that could have astronomical impacts, both legally and emotionally, on children and parents.\n\nReligious providers serve a crucial role in the child welfare system, and as the letter highlights, \u201cstudies have revealed that 82% of families point to faith-based or church support as a factor for successful fostering\u201d; thus, undermining their involvement in foster care would diminish chances of successful foster placements.\n\nFinally, the letter recognizes the implications of the rule on individual states. The financial and administrative burdens would fall to state agencies that would now be expected to financially support at least half of the initiatives provided by the rule. Further, it diminishes the autonomy of the self-regulation of states and their child welfare systems.\n\n\u201cThe ultimate goal of the child welfare system is to ensure the safety and security of every child,\u201d said Aderholt. \u201cDecreasing the number of opportunities for a child to find a home because of sincerely held religious and moral convictions is harmful and unlawful. We demand that the Biden Administration do what is right.\u201d\n\nReps. Aderholt, Miller and Brecheen were additionally joined by Reps. Lauren Boebert (CO-03), Ben Cline (VA-06), Michael Cloud (TX-27), Jeff Duncan (SC-03), Erin Houchin (IN-09), Doug Lamborn (CO-05), Rich McCormick (GA-06), Andrew Ogles (TN-05), Christopher Smith (NJ-04), and Gregory Steube (FL-17) in sending this letter.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/11/rep-sewell-announces-2-1-million-hud-grant-to-expand-affordable-housing-choices-for-families-in-birmingham", "Rep. Sewell Announces $2.1 Million HUD Grant to Expand Affordable Housing Choices for Families in Birmingham", "2023-11-28", "2023", "2023-11", "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) announced $2,119,900 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to expand affordable housing vouchers in Birmingham. The funds, which were awarded to the Housing Authority of the Birmingham District (HABD), are designed to expand housing choices for Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) families with children by increasing access to opportunity neighborhoods with high-performing schools, access to jobs, low crime rates, parks, and other amenities.\n\n\u201cI am thrilled to share that Birmingham has been awarded over $2.1 million from the Department of Housing and Urban Development to expand affordable housing choices,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cThat means more stability and greater economic mobility for Birmingham's children. I applaud the Biden-Harris Administration for continuing to invest in our children and families!\u201d\n\nThis program is based on HUD's Community Choice Demonstration program that builds upon recent research that shows growing up in neighborhoods with lower poverty levels improves children's academic achievement and long-term chances of success and reduces intergenerational poverty. Children who move to low-poverty neighborhoods have also been shown to experience lower rates of hospitalizations, lower hospital spending, and some changes in mental health over the long-term follow-up. Adults given the chance to move to low-poverty neighborhoods experience reductions in obesity and diabetes.\n\nWhile the HCV program currently offers families with vouchers the opportunity to live in a neighborhood of their choice (including low-poverty, opportunity neighborhoods), families with HCVs may continue to encounter barriers to using their vouchers in communities with expanded opportunities. Common barriers include the inability to save enough money for a security deposit, inadequate time to find a unit, landlord unwillingness to rent to voucher holders, or limited awareness of neighborhood amenities, such as the location of high-performing schools.\n\nThe Housing Choice Voucher Mobility Services Program will support Public Housing Agencies (PHA) in addressing barriers to accessing housing choices by offering mobility-related services to increase the number of voucher families with children living in opportunity areas. In addition to offering mobility-related services, PHAs will work together in their regions to adopt administrative policies that further enable housing mobility, increase landlord participation, and reduce barriers for families to move across PHA jurisdictions through portability.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/11/rep-sewell-statement-on-8th-circuit-court-ruling-gutting-the-voting-rights-act-of-1965", "Rep. Sewell Statement on 8th Circuit Court Ruling Gutting the Voting Rights Act of 1965", "2023-11-20", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released the following statement regarding today\u2019s ruling by the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals\u2019 gutting Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act:\n\n\u201cThis ruling by the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals is deeply disturbing and wrong as a matter of law. If allowed to stand, it would be the death knell of the Voting Rights Act, stripping individuals and civil rights groups of their ability to fight back against voter discrimination in court. The Supreme Court must reverse this disastrous ruling without delay.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m calling on Congress to immediately pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. We cannot allow extremists to strip away the remaining protections of the VRA.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-introduces-bipartisan-resolution-recognizing", "Congressman Aderholt Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing November as National Adoption Month and November 18th as National Adoption Day", "2023-11-17", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Representatives Robert Aderholt (R-AL) and Adam Smith (D-WA), co-chairs of the Congressional Coalition on Adoption (CCA), introduced a bipartisan resolution recognizing November as National Adoption Month, with November 18th being named National Adoption Day. The legislation parallels a resolution introduced in the Senate by fellow co-chairs, Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Kevin Cramer (R-ND), on November 15th.\n\n\u201cRecognizing National Adoption Day and Month is an integral part of keeping adoption as a legislative priority,\u201d said Rep. Aderholt. \u201cUniting families is certainly something that unites Republicans and Democrats across party lines. I look forward to continuing to work together in a bipartisan way to tackle the barriers to adoption until every child knows the blessing of a loving home.\u201d\n\nAs co-chairs of CCA, Rep. Aderholt and Rep. Smith lead the largest bicameral, bipartisan caucus, which works to bring awareness to the adoption community, improve the adoption process, and find homes for every child looking for a family.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m happy to introduce this resolution today to recognize November as Adoption Month with my co-chairs on the bipartisan Congressional Coalition on Adoption,\u201d said Rep. Smith. \u201cI was adopted and believe deeply that promoting adoption is an important way to support children and families worldwide. Congress must continue to look for ways to strengthen foster care and adoption to achieve the best outcomes for families.\u201d\n\nThe CCA was founded in 1985 and has since pioneered efforts in creating meaningful legislative change. Rep. Aderholt, honored this week by the National Council for Adoption at their annual National Adoption Hall of Fame event, remains committed to ensuring that as our most vulnerable, American children are protected and that adoptive parents are supported.\n\nThe resolution has 27 additional original cosponsors: Sanford Bishop (GA), Jerry Carl (AL), Emanuel Cleaver (MO), Watson Coleman (NJ), Danny Davis (IL), Jake Ellzey (TX), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA), Garret Graves (LA), Raul Grijalva (AZ), Ashley Hinson (IA), Erin Houchin (IN), Tom Kean (NJ), Mike Kelly (PA), Jake LaTurner (KS), Julia Letlow (LA), Barry Loudermilk (GA), Stephen Lynch (MA), Nancy Mace (SC), Cory Mills (FL), John Moolenaar (MI), Barry Moore (AL), Blake Moore (UT), Zach Nunn (IA), John Rutherford (FL), Maria Salazar (FL), Chris Smith (NJ), Robert Wittman (VA)", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/11/reps-sewell-miller-introduce-the-bipartisan-assistance-for-rural-community-hospitals-arch-act-on-national-rural-health-day", "Reps. Sewell, Miller Introduce the Bipartisan Assistance for Rural Community Hospitals (ARCH) Act on National Rural Health Day", "2023-11-16", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 Today, on National Rural Health Day, U.S. Reps. Terri Sewell (AL-07) and Carol Miller (WV-01) introduced H.R. 6430, the Assistance for Rural Community Hospitals(ARCH) Act. This bill would provide greater financial stability for rural hospitals by extending the Medicare-dependent hospital program and Medicare low-volume hospital payments for five years each. The bill would also require a GAO report to ensure Medicare rural hospital designations are bolstering rural health care.\n\n\u201cWe in Alabama have seen our rural hospitals come under immense strain, threatening to make it harder for our communities to access the services they need,\u201d said Rep. Sewell, lead Democratic sponsor. \u201cThis legislation is about providing stability to our rural hospitals so that they can keep their doors open and continue serving patients. There is no time more befitting than National Rural Health Day to shine a spotlight on the needs of our rural hospitals. I thank Congresswoman Miller for her partnership and urge my colleagues to join us in supporting this legislation.\u201d\n\n\u201cHospitals in rural communities should have access to the same resources as any other hospital to keep their doors open and administer efficient and quality care,\u201d said Rep. Miller, lead Republican sponsor. \u201cIn the midst of rising health care prices and medical workforce shortages, the ARCH act will provide Medicare-dependent and Medicare low-volume hospitalswith much needed financial stability. I was pleased to introduce this bill on National Rural Health Day and bring awareness to the concerns rural patients and hospitals are experiencing. I am grateful to Congresswoman Sewell for joining with me on this issue as we champion rural hospitals and provide them with the support they need to serve our communities.\u201d\n\nBill text can be found here.\n\nBackground:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-announces-jj-mcgrady-new-field-representative", "Congressman Aderholt Announces J.J. McGrady as New Field Representative for Jasper Office", "2023-11-15", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) announced the hiring of J.J. McGrady as his new field representative for the Jasper District Office.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m excited to have J.J. onboard and I know he\u2019s ready to hit the ground running,\u201d said Congressman Aderholt. \u201cJ.J. will be working the western portion of the district that was previously covered by Paul Housel. And while I know people really loved working with Paul, I know they will enjoy getting to know J.J. and working with him as well. He has already been out meeting with constituents and elected officials.\u201d\n\nMcGrady comes to Congressman Aderholt\u2019s office from the Alabama Trucking Association where he served as Manager of Special Projects. In 2021, J.J. graduated from The University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications, double majoring in public relations and political science. During his time as a student at Alabama, J.J. interned for the West Alabama Chamber of Commerce, the Business Council of Alabama and the Alabama Senate, working for Senate Pro Tempore Greg Reed of Jasper. Additionally, J.J. is pursuing his Master of Public Administration from Troy University.\n\n\u201cI am thrilled to be joining Congressman Aderholt\u2019s staff,\u201d said McGrady. \u201cTo be able to help and serve the state that I have always called home is extremely special to me.\u201d\n\nWorking out of the Jasper office, McGrady will be responsible primarily for covering the western portion of the Fourth District. This includes a large portion of Tuscaloosa County, which McGrady is especially excited about as both he and his wife Amanda are huge University of Alabama fans.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/chairman-aderholt-brings-labor-h-bill-house-floor", "Chairman Aderholt Brings Labor-H Bill to House Floor", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04), Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health & Human Services and Education, brought his FY24 funding bill to the House Floor. This bill, better known as Labor-H, represents the largest non-defense discretionary spending in the federal budget.\n\n\u201cIn this bill, we are cutting almost 30% and will bring funding back to roughly 2018 Trump-era levels,\u201d said Congressman Aderholt. \u201cThese cuts trim the fat and force these government agencies to run lean and mean. There will still be plenty of money for these departments and agencies to do their critical jobs, but do it more efficiently.\u201d\n\n\u201cOur nation remains mired in high inflation, which has only been worsened by the massive infusion of government spending, both during and immediately after the COVID pandemic.\n\n\u201cI have said numerous times \u2013 inflation is a tax on every single American. Moreover, it is a tax borne disproportionately by low-income Americans. We cannot continue to make our constituents pay for our reckless DC beltway spending. At some point, we must stop the out-of-control spending spree we\u2019ve seen over the past two years.\u201d\n\nCongressman Aderholt\u2019s full remarks are attached to this email.\n\nA short clip from his remarks may be seen here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-opposes-cr-americans-cant-afford-more-status-quo", "Rep. Barry Moore opposes CR: \"Americans can't afford more of the status quo\"", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) voted against H.R. 6363, a continuing resolution (CR) which extends government funding through January 19, 2024, for Agriculture, Energy and Water, Military Construction and VA, and Transportation and Housing appropriations bills. The CR extends all other appropriations until February 2, 2024. This resolution funds the government at the same levels decided by President Biden and Speaker Pelosi in 2021. The CR also funds Farm Bill programs through September 30, 2024.\n\n\u201cOur country is nearly $34 trillion in debt, and more than 60% of American families are living paycheck-to-paycheck,\" said Moore. \"I voted against this continuing resolution because it contains no spending cuts, and Americans simply cannot afford more of the status quo. I am committed to working with Speaker Johnson to advance the last five of twelve appropriations bills that contain significant spending cuts, and a Farm Bill that prioritizes the needs of our producers.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-supports-impeachment-secretary-mayorkas", "Rep. Barry Moore supports the impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) voted against killing a privileged resolution sponsored by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) that would begin impeachment proceedings against Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas. Rep. Moore is also a co-sponsor of this resolution. Moore was one of the first Members of Congress to call for the impeachment of Mayorkas back in May.\n\n\u201cUnder Mayorkas' watch, there have been 8 million illegal border encounters, 52,900 pounds of fentanyl seized at the border, more than 280 people on terrorist watchlists caught while attempting to cross the border, and 1.8 million known \u201cgot aways\u201d who have evaded U.S. authorities,\" said Moore. \"In the private sector, if you don't do your job, you get fired. Mayorkas' failure to do his job is putting Americans in grave danger every day, and it's past time for him to be impeached.\"\n\nClick here to see Congressman's questioning of Mayorkas in the House Judiciary Committee hearing on border oversight earlier this year.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/11/rep-sewell-accepting-applications-for-military-service-academy-nominations-until-november-18th", "Rep. Sewell Accepting Applications for Military Service Academy Nominations Until November 18th", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "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) reminded graduating seniors in Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District that they have four days left to apply for a nomination to a United States military service academy.\n\n\u201cThere is no greater act of patriotism than choosing to serve as part of our nation\u2019s armed services, and I encourage all graduating seniors to consider pursuing an education at one of our United States military service academies,\u201d continued Sewell. \u201cAttending a military service academy will not only jumpstart your career in the military, but it will also offer an invaluable opportunity to develop your leadership and interpersonal skills.\u201d\n\n\u201cMaking these appointments is one of my most satisfying duties as a Member of Congress,\u201d continued Sewell. \u201cBe sure to submit your application by November 18th!\u201d\n\nTo be considered for an appointment to a military service academy, an applicant must meet the eligibility requirements established by law and be legally domiciled within the boundaries of Alabama's 7th Congressional District. Students must complete a nomination application, which can be found on Rep. Sewell's website here.\n\nSubmissions must be received by Rep. Sewell\u2019s Birmingham office by U.S. mail and postmarked no later than Saturday, November 18, 2023. Applications should be mailed to:\n\nOffice of Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell\n\nAttn: Academy Nominations\n\nTwo 20th Street North, Suite 1130\n\nBirmingham, AL 35203\n\nFor more information on military service academy nominations for 2023, visit Rep. Sewell's official website here.\n\nBackground on Service Academies\n\nThere are five service academies:\n\nThe United States Air Force Academy (USAFA)\n\nThe United States Naval Academy (USNA)\n\nThe United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA)\n\nThe United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA)\n\nThe United States Military Academy (USMA) at West Point\n\nNominations are required for all but the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, to which appointments are made on the basis of their independent application process.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/11/rep-sewell-votes-to-avert-government-shutdown/0aedf063-5f09-49dc-a6bc-4b57259734ee", "Rep. Sewell Votes to Avert Government Shutdown", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) voted in favor of a Continuing Resolution (CR) to keep the federal government open and protect Alabama families from the disastrous consequences of a shutdown. The CR funds the federal government at current levels through January 19th for certain agencies and February 2nd for others. It passed the House of Representatives by an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote of 336 to 95 and will now make its way to the U.S. Senate.\n\n\u201cWe in Congress have a responsibility to the American people to keep the government open and protect the programs that families rely on,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cWhile I have some concerns about the staggered funding deadlines, this measure prevents a shutdown and protects against the extreme cuts pushed by my colleagues across the aisle. Families in Alabama can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that their Thanksgiving plans will not be affected by a government shutdown.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/11/rep-sewell-announces-521-100-for-greene-county-hospital-and-nursing-home-celebrates-veterans-day-in-greene-and-pickens-counties", "Rep. Sewell Announces $521,100 for Greene County Hospital and Nursing Home, Celebrates Veterans Day in Greene and Pickens Counties", "2023-11-11", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Greene County, AL \u2014 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced $521,100 that she secured to make critical infrastructure improvements to the Greene County Hospital and Nursing Home. This funding is part of the $42.8 million that she secured in the Fiscal Year 2023 federal government funding package for local projects in Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District. Rep. Sewell also made stops in Reform and Eutaw to celebrate Veterans Day with local elected officials and community members. Every year, Sewell visits each of the 14 counties in Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District.\n\nWatch Rep. Sewell\u2019s Veterans Day video message here. More photos and videos are available here.\n\n\u201cThe hard-working health care professionals at the Greene County Hospital and Nursing Home provide essential care to so many here in West Alabama\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cI am thrilled to have secured $521,100 for this facility to ensure that they can continue that critical work. This funding will help upgrade the hospital\u2019s generators so that patients are protected in the case of a power outage. This is all about making our community safer, stronger, and more prosperous.\u201d\n\nFriday morning, Rep. Sewell joined Reform Mayor Melody Davis, Gordo Mayor Craig Patterson, and community members at Reform Airport to bring greetings at the Gordo Rotary Club\u2019s 25th Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony in Pickens County. Rep. Sewell\u2019s staff were onsite to assist individuals with federal constituent service matters.\n\nFollowing the Pickens County Veterans Day Celebration, Sewell was joined by Greene County Hospital and Nursing Home CEO Dr. Marcia Pugh, Hospital Board Members, and Eutaw Mayor Latasha Johnson to announce $521,100 that she secured in the Fiscal Year 2023 federal government funding package to improve the hospital\u2019s infrastructure. The funding will be used to install new generators to protect patients in the event of a power outage.\n\nSewell then attended the Greene County Veterans Day Street Festival where celebrated Veterans Day with local elected officials and community members and provided an update on her work in Congress.\n\nInformation about Military Service Academy Nominations\n\nRep. Sewell took Veterans Day as an opportunity to remind students in Alabama\u2019s 7th Congressional District that applications to be nominated to a U.S. military service academy are due by November 18th. Each year, Rep. Sewell has the privilege of nominating a limited number of people to the U.S. Air Force (USAFA), Naval (USNA), Army at West Point (USMA), and Merchant Marine (USMMA) academies. The honor of attending a service academy comes with an obligation and commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-co-leads-bipartisan-legislation-establish-commission-modernize", "Rep. Barry Moore co-leads bipartisan legislation to establish a commission to modernize the National Agricultural Statistics Service", "2023-11-09", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) is joined by Rep. Don Davis (NC-01) to introduce bipartisan legislation establishing a commission to modernize the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). NASS statistics are widely used by groups looking for credible data to inform products, services, decisions, and outcomes. These groups include producers, insurance adjusters, commodity traders, federal agencies, and policy makers.\n\n\u201cData provided by the National Agricultural Statistics Service is critical to help producers and stakeholders make informed decisions,\" said Rep. Moore. \u201cEstablishing a commission to modernize NASS\u2019 function will help the Department of Agriculture improve data reporting, and increase producer response rates, while reducing survey fatigue among producers.\"\n\n\u201cProducers across eastern North Carolina rely on data from the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) to improve their practices and make educated decisions for their farms,\u201d said Rep. Davis. \u201cThe commission will provide complete and thoughtful recommendations on ways for NASS to modernize, which will provide USDA and our producers with more accurate data and a more engaging process.\"\n\nThe Commission to modernize the National Agricultural Statistics Service will:\n\nWork to improve reported statistics, increase producer response rates, and reduce survey fatigue among producers by working with Congress, the Executive branch, and stakeholders.\n\nBe comprised of five agency representatives and six representatives appointed by the House and Senate Agriculture Committees on a bipartisan basis.\n\nSubmit a report no later than three years after enactment with administrative, regulatory and legislative recommendations to modernize NASS.\n\nThis legislation has received support from: American Farm Bureau Federation, Alabama Farmers Federation, Auburn University College of Agriculture, Farm Credit Council, National Cattlemen's Beef Association, National Cotton Council, National Sorghum Producers and the U.S. Peanut Federation.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-fcc-keep-jackson-county-huntsville-tv-market", "Strong to FCC: Keep Jackson County in Huntsville TV market", "2023-11-09", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Dale W. Strong (AL-05) has formally requested that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) keep Jackson County in the Huntsville Designated Market Area (DMA).\n\nThe FCC, by way of market analytics firm Nielsen, recently reassigned Jackson County to the Chattanooga, Tenn., DMA. Congressman Strong is asking the FCC to reverse this decision in the interest of public safety.\n\nIn a letter to FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel, Rep. Strong wrote:\n\n\u201cAn overwhelming majority of my Jackson County constituents rely upon Huntsville TV stations for severe weather coverage. \u2026 According to the Jackson County EMA, this DMA reassignment serves as the top public safety threat facing its constituency. As a first responder myself, I believe Jackson County residents\u2019 inability to access the Huntsville TV market would hold adverse consequences for severe weather preparedness. In fact, many constituents have contacted my office to express this very concern.\u201d\n\nThe letter continued, \u201cAs the member of Congress representing more than 52,000 Jackson County residents, I request that the FCC and Nielsen reevaluate the process utilized to determine this DMA reassignment.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-supports-censuring-rep-rashida-tlaib-antisemitic-remarks", "Rep. Barry Moore supports censuring Rep. Rashida Tlaib for antisemitic remarks", "2023-11-08", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) released the following statement after voting in favor of H. Res. 845, a resolution introduced by Rep. Rich McCormick (R-GA) to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib for antisemitic activity, peddling false narratives, and calling for the destruction of the State of Israel. Rep. Moore released his own resolution condemning Rep. Tlaib's remarks on October 11th.\n\n\"Representative Tlaib continues to advocate for a terrorist organization responsible for taking thousands of innocent lives in Israel,\" said Moore. \"On October 18, 2023, Rashida Tlaib led an antisemitic protest at the United States Capitol Complex, following Hezbollah's orders to carry out a 'day of unprecedented anger.' It is beyond shameful for a Member of Congress to celebrate terrorism.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-supports-defending-our-defenders-act", "Rep. Barry Moore supports the Defending our Defenders Act", "2023-11-08", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Barry Moore co-sponsored the Sgt. Steve Owen Defending Our Defenders Act, introduced by Rep. Mike Garcia (CA-27). This strong piece of legislation aims to protect our law enforcement officers by making the murder of a state or local officer a federal felony, punishable by life in prison or even the death penalty.\n\n\u201cThe Defund the Police movement and soft-on-crime policies from the far-left have put our law enforcement officers in more danger than ever,\u201d said Rep. Moore. \u201cThis legislation sends a clear message: acts of violence against those who protect our communities will be met with punishment allowed to the fullest extent of the law. Our law enforcement stands for law and order in our communities, and we stand with them.\"\n\nClick here to learn more about this legislation.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-threatened-jewish-students-we-stand-you-we-stand-israel", "Rep. Barry Moore to threatened Jewish students: \"We stand with you, we stand with Israel\"", "2023-11-08", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) participated in a House Judiciary Committee hearing about free speech on college campuses. The witnesses included Jasmyn Jordan, current student at the University of Iowa, Amanda Silberstein, current student at Cornell University, Kenneth Marcus, founder and Chairman of the Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law, Connor Ogrydziak, recent graduate of the University of Buffalo, Pamela Nadell, Director of the Jewish Studies program at American University, and Stacy Burdett, an independent expert on antisemitism.\n\nFrom Rep. Moore's exchange with Amanda Silberstein:\n\nRep. Moore: How has your life been affected by the threatening rhetoric of radical activist groups on Cornell's campus?\n\nMs.Silberstein: Every day, when I walk outside, I question what I do, I question how I appear, I question what I say, and I fear that someone who disagrees with my words or my very existence and could threaten me with any actions. I am on the Chabad Board for my university, and I go to Chabbat dinner every Friday night and am scared to walk out. I am scared to walk alone.\n\nRep. Barry Moore: It's as easy as 123. Genesis 12:3 says if you bless Israel you'll be blessed, and if you curse Israel you'll be cursed. As Christians, we understand that Jesus was Jewish, and we want to rally behind the Nation of Israel. I was over there recently traveling, and the thing I noticed is that most of their weapons are defensive weapons. Whether it's reactive armor of the Iron Dome, those are all weapons to push back against attacks and defend themselves -- they are a peaceful people. I just want you to know that as Christians, we certainly support [you] and the Nation of Israel.\n\nRep. Moore's full remarks can be seen here: High-res | Twitter", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-dale-strongs-bill-targeting-bioterrorism-advanced-homeland-security", "Rep. Dale Strong\u2019s Bill Targeting Bioterrorism Advanced by Homeland Security Committee", "2023-11-08", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 On November 8, 2023, the House Committee on Homeland Security unanimously passed Representative Dale W. Strong\u2019s (AL-05) legislation, H.R. 6174, the DHS Biodetection Improvement Act.\n\nThis legislation directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop a strategy to ensure that DHS is fully utilizing its capabilities and resources to aid its BioWatch program.\n\nLaunched in 2001 in response to the anthrax attacks, BioWatch is a monitoring system that tests air samples for biological agents that could be used in bioterrorism attacks. The program is intended to be run in cooperation with the Department of Energy\u2019s national laboratories and operates in 30+ major cities in the United States\n\nCongressman Strong\u2019s legislation aims to make certain that DHS is utilizing these laboratories to remain one step ahead in protecting the American people.\n\n\u201cWe know that with the Biden Administration\u2019s open border policies, Americans are exposed to untold threats. We have no idea who or what is coming across our border under this administration. Cartels and terrorist organizations are exploiting these weak policies every single day. The Department of Homeland Security must do everything in its power to protect Americans from new and existing threats.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/aderholt-joins-letter-demanding-answers-biden-administration-gun", "Aderholt Joins Letter Demanding Answers From Biden Administration on Gun Restrictions", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) joined a letter by Rep. Mark Green, Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security to the Biden Administration demanding answers on the unprecedented and reckless restriction on civilian firearm exports. Chairman Green's letter to the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), an agency of the Department of Commerce, was signed by 86 other lawmakers.\n\n\u201cPresident Biden has made it clear through his actions that he has no desire to uphold the Second Amendment,\u201d said Congressman Aderholt. \u201cHe has previously moved to restrict hunting and archery programs in schools, and now he is he is prohibiting law-abiding businesses from selling their firearms overseas.\u201d\n\nIn the letter, the lawmakers write: \u201cAs long as evil persists, there will always be a need for good people to defend themselves and their loved ones. The need for the Second Amendment was not limited to the American Revolution nor the American Republic. Every person has a right to self-defense. Not only does BIS\u2019s pause on firearms export licenses leave people even more vulnerable, but it will also push buyers to look elsewhere to meet their customers\u2019 demands.\u201d\n\nThe lawmakers continue: \u201cBelligerent actors are becoming more aggressive and emboldened; regimes like Iran and China are posturing toward force and increasing their military capabilities. The surprise attacks against Israel should dispel any notion that BIS can justly or accurately assess who needs firearms for defense and who does not.\u201d\n\nThe lawmakers conclude: \u201cWe demand that the Department end this ridiculous hypocrisy and continue the issuance of export licenses for firearms, related components, and ammunition. Continuing this pause will only weaken law-abiding civilians and hand criminal actors a monopoly of force. We also urge that BIS\u2019s final assessment not deprive innocent people of the means for self-defense.\u201d\n\nThis letter was signed by:\n\nGregory Murphy (R-NC); Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ); Scott Perry (R-PA); Debbie Lesko (R-AZ); Pete Sessions (R-TX); Nick Langworthy (R-NY); James Comer (R-KY); Mark Alford (R-MO); Andy Harris (R-MD); Greg Steube (R-FL); John Rutherford (R-FL); Ben Cline (R-VA); Chuck Fleischmann (R-TN); David Kustoff (R-TN); Keith Self (R-TX); Mike Collins (R-GA); Tim Walberg (R-MI); Neal Dunn (R-FL); Matt Rosendale (R-MT); Glenn Grothman (R-WI); Tom Tiffany (R-WI); Drew Ferguson (R-GA); Rudy Yakym III (R-IN); Diana Harshbarger (R-TN); Tim Burchett (R-TN); Josh Breechen (R-OK); Bob Good (R-VA); Clay Higgins (R-LA); Andrew Clyde (R-GA); Andy Biggs (R-AZ); Warren Davidson (R-OH); Darrell Issa (R-CA); Aaron Bean (R-FL); Ralph Norman (R-SC); Andy Ogles (R-TN); Sam Graves (R-MO); Byron Donalds (R-FL); Kelly Armstrong (R-ND); Eli Crane (R-AZ);Chuck Edwards (R-NC); Michael Cloud (R-TX); Scott DesJarlais (R-TN); John Moolenaar (R-MI); Chip Roy (R-TX); Randy Weber (R-TX); Bill Posey (R-FL); Mike Rogers (R-AL); Lance Gooden (R-TX); Mary Miller (R-IL); Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA); Claudia Tenney (R-NY); Brian Babin (R-TX); Robert Aderholt (R-AL); Kat Cammack (R-FL); Jeff Duncan (R-SC); John Rose (R-TN); Lauren Boebert (R-CO); Mike Bost (R-IL); Carol Miller (R-WV); Richard Hudson (R-NC); Russ Fulcher (R-ID); Paul Gosar (R-AZ); Kevin Hern (R-OK); Elise Stefanik (R-NY); Dusty Johnson (R-SD); John Curtis (R-UT); William Timmons (R-SC); Barry Moore (R-AL); Ronny Jackson (R-TX); Alex Mooney (R-WV); James Baird (R-IN); Ann Wagner (R-MO); Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA); Gary Palmer (R-AL); Gus Bilirakis (R-FL); Tracey Mann (R-KS); Ken Calvert (R-CA); Max Miller (R-OH); Stephanie Bice (R-OK); Barry Loudermilk (R-GA); Adrian Smith (R-NE); Michelle Fischbach (R-MN); Trent Kelly (R-MS); Buddy Carter (R-GA); Michael Guest (R-MS); Blake Moore (R-UT); Michael Burgess (R-MN)\n\nThis letter was endorsed by:\n\nThe National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), Gun Owners of America (GOA), National Rifle Association (NRA), American Suppressors Association (ASA), the Firearms & Ammunition Import/Export Roundtable, and Heritage Action.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-introduces-legislation-enhance-snap-fraud-detection", "Rep. Barry Moore introduces legislation to enhance SNAP fraud detection", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) introduced legislation to strengthen Congressional oversight of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service. USDA is proposing a new rule to administratively codify phone interviews as the primary method of identity verification when auditing Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit recipients for fraud \u2013 they\u2019re attempting to remove the \u201chuman\u201d from human services.\n\n\u201cThe nutrition title consumes more than 80 percent of the Farm Bill's mandatory baseline spending,\" said Moore. \"At a time when the United States is nearly $34 trillion in debt and the farm gate is in trouble, producers and taxpayers deserve real oversight of SNAP to ensure their money and resources are not being misused -- this requires far more than a phone call.\"\n\nThis recently proposed rule highlights the need for congressional oversight on entitlement programs. Specifically, this legislation will:\n\nRequire the Secretary of Agriculture to provide notice and a comment period for any new or updated quality control guidance at FNS, and\n\nApply to any proposed guidance which require changes to systems, procedure and department staffing relating to quality control and identity verification requirements for SNAP benefits.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-approves-strong-amendment-urging-drug-testing-federal-housing-benefits", "House Approves Strong Amendment urging drug testing for federal housing benefits", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously approved Representative Dale W. Strong\u2019s (AL-05) amendment to the Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) Appropriations Bill.\n\nThe amendment proposed by Congressman Strong expresses support for Public Housing Authorities to conduct drug testing as a condition of receiving housing benefits.\n\nSpeaking on the House floor in favor of his amendment, Strong said \u201cWe must have protections in place, and tools to enforce them, which discourage lifelong dependency and ensure these programs are used as they are intended, as a temporary safety net for our most vulnerable and needy.\u201d\n\nStrong continued, \u201cDrugs are absolutely ravaging our country. It can be seen in every community. As a first responder, I have seen the devastating impact of drug abuse on individuals, their families, and our communities\u2026 Not only would drug testing ensure the responsible use of taxpayer-funded benefits, it would also provide a valuable opportunity to identify drug users and connect them with existing resources to get the help that they need.\u201d\n\nThe amendment passed by voice vote.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-coach-tuberville-right", "Rep. Barry Moore: \"Coach Tuberville is right\"", "2023-11-06", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) wrote an op-ed for Yellowhammer News in support of Coach Tuberville's protest of President Biden\u2019s Pentagon policy that forces taxpayers to fund abortion. See an excerpt below:\n\n\"This week, a group of Senate Republicans challenged Coach Tuberville\u2019s protest of President Biden\u2019s Pentagon policy that forces taxpayers to fund abortion travel by demanding he end his hold on military promotions. Despite some of his own colleagues standing against him, Coach refuses to budge. And he is right to do so.\n\nBefore this year, service members could not expect the taxpayer to foot the bill for their abortion and travel expenses. But in February, without the constitutionally required approval of Congress, President Biden and Defense Secretary Austin decided service members can have up to three weeks of leave and paid travel expenses for abortions. This flies in the face of the 40-year precedent of the Hyde Amendment, a previously bipartisan supported policy that bars taxpayer-funding for abortion except in cases of rape, incest, or life-threatening complications.\n\nIf Secretary Austin wants to make laws, he should run for Congress. And until this policy change has been approved by Congress, it is nothing more than a scheme using military members as pawns to skirt the recent overturning of Roe v. Wade and gain political points with President Biden\u2019s radical base.\"\n\nTo read the entire op-ed, click here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/11/reps-sewell-and-aderholt-keeping-birmingham-southern-college-open-is-what-s-best-for-alabama", "Reps. Sewell and Aderholt: Keeping Birmingham-Southern College open is what\u2019s best for Alabama", "2023-11-06", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "AL.com: Keeping Birmingham-Southern College open is what\u2019s best for Alabama\n\nBy U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt and U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell\n\nPosted: Monday, November 6, 2023\n\nAlthough we represent different districts and different political parties in the U.S. House of Representatives, there are times that we agree when it comes to what\u2019s best for Alabama.\n\nThis is one of those times.\n\nFor one of us (Rep. Sewell) Birmingham-Southern College is in the district I am so honored to represent. I\u2019ve employed numerous staffers and interns over the years who are BSC alum, including my current Legislative Aide and Chief of Staff.\n\nFor the other (Rep. Aderholt) BSC is my alma mater, as well as the place where I met my wife, Caroline, who is also a BSC graduate. And it\u2019s where my parents went to college, too. I also have employed several staffers over the years who are BSC graduates.\n\nSo, when it comes to what is best for Alabama, we agree that keeping this 167-year-old college open and helping it achieve financial stability makes the list.\n\nWe were glad when the Alabama Legislature passed SB278, which established the Distressed Institutions of Higher Learning Revolving Loan Program. Because Alabama had a once-in-a-generation, $2.8B surplus in the Education Trust Fund, setting aside $30 million for the loan program was accomplished without reduction to state-supported institutions. This was and is a great use of a small fraction of that surplus, giving BSC the operating capital it needs while it raises private funds to restore its endowment to a level that will sustain the College going forward.\n\nWe were also glad when Gov. Kay Ivey signed the bill into law in June, because we agree that losing BSC would be bad for Alabama in many ways.\n\nFinancially, BSC delivers $97.2 million to the state each year in economic impact and $13.8 million in taxes to state and local coffers. That adds up to $1 billion in revenue over the next decade. But once gone, it will not return. Again, receiving a loan from the state seemed the common sense thing to do, considering the economic impact on the state.\n\nBeyond its financial value, BSC serves as an engaged partner and neighbor to the historic communities that surround it. Those communities \u2013 Graymont, College Hills, Bush Hills, Smithfield, and the area once known as Dynamite Hill \u2013 are about to receive a significant boost in federal funding that will provide new, affordable housing and will create an urban trail leading to the Civil Rights District downtown. We were proud to secure that funding for the city of Birmingham, and now cannot fathom it abutting 192 acres of empty classrooms and unoccupied residence halls.\n\nAnd of course there is the intangible value of what BSC brings to our state\u2019s educational landscape. Students and their families want choices for college \u2013 some are drawn to Alabama\u2019s large public institutions with big football programs and Greek systems. Others prefer a more urban setting with a focus on science or technology. Some want small colleges in small towns. Some seek out HBCUs or schools grounded in their faith tradition. Some want to get away from home; others want or need to stay close. Some know what they want to study, and others need time and space to explore their options.\n\nAlabama students deserve to have all of these choices within our state. As of today, and even with BSC\u2019s future in question, applications for fall 2024 have surpassed 1,600 \u2013 a number not achieved until after November in the last three years. Without BSC, young people who want what BSC offers \u2013 a small, residential, nationally ranked college in a big Alabama city \u2013 will have to go elsewhere. And once they leave, they may not return.\n\nAlabama residents make up 60 percent of BSC\u2019s student body. Half of BSC\u2019s 17,000 graduates remain in Alabama, where their impact is seen and felt in every walk of life in every one of our 67 counties.\n\nWe strongly urge Treasurer Boozer to rethink his decision to deny the bridge loan that was designed for this very situation: To help out a college or university in Alabama that brings significant value to its community, has been in business for more than 50 years, has assets sufficient to back the state\u2019s loan, and has a solid plan for paying it back.\n\nWe don\u2019t always agree on the issues in Washington, but on this we do: Keeping Birmingham-Southern College open is what\u2019s best for Alabama\u2019s economy, our communities, and our students.\n\nForward Ever!", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/aderholt-kuster-lamborn-introduce-bipartisan-adopt-act-improve-adoption", "Aderholt, Kuster, Lamborn Introduce Bipartisan (ADOPT Act) To Improve Adoption Oversight and Transparency", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Representatives Robert Aderholt (R-AL), Annie Kuster (D-NH) and Doug Lamborn (R-CO) introduced the bipartisan Adoption Deserves Oversight, Protection, and Transparency (ADOPT) Act. This comprehensive legislation protects adoptive families, children, and expectant mothers from exploitation by unlicensed adoption intermediaries and ensures that adoption providers and attorneys operate only in states where they are licensed to do so.\n\n\u201cAdoption is one of the greatest gifts that can be given to a child. And for a child to find a loving, forever home is truly what every child deserves,\u201d said Congressman Aderholt. \u201cThis is why we must do all we can to make sure adoptions are completed aboveboard, and those willing to give so much, are not taken advantage of in the process. I commend my colleagues on both sides of the aisle for sponsoring this legislation.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs an adoption attorney for 25 years, I worked with countless adoptive parents, expectant mothers, and supportive agencies as they navigated the process. Through my work, I saw firsthand how a lack of regulation and oversight has allowed bad actors and unlicensed intermediaries to take advantage of parents, mothers, and children,\u201d said Congresswoman Kuster. \u201cIt\u2019s past time Congress took action to make adoption safe and secure. I am proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation today to help ensure everyone involved in the adoption process is protected from exploitation by unlicensed or predatory intermediaries.\u201d\n\n\u201cToday we are standing up for vulnerable birth mothers and prospective parents,\u201d said Congressman Lamborn. \u201cUnlicensed \u2018Baby Brokers\u2019 operate outside moral and ethical standards and must face legal ramifications for their actions. We must uplift and promote organizations that provide efficient, caring, and responsible adoption practices.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys (AAAA) supports legislation requiring licensing and regulation of all those who facilitate adoptions or provide other adoption-related services,\u201dsaid Margaret Swain, President of AAAA. \u201cAdoptive families and children deserve to be served by licensed adoption professionals, with appropriate oversight and transparency. Protecting all parties to an adoption ensures that families seeking to expand their family do not have their hopes exploited and that the guardrails of the legal process are maintained. These safeguards maximize the protection of the child's best interest. The ADOPT Act is an important step toward protecting families and children, and ensuring Americans have high confidence in the adoption process.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis bill will put protections in place for vulnerable women, families, and children impacted by domestic adoption by prohibiting unlicensed adoption intermediaries and promoting local, on-the-ground support for parents considering adoption,\u201d said Ethical Family Building. \u201cThe ADOPT Act will send a clear message that the commodification of pregnant women and children, and the exploitation of families hoping to adopt, will not be tolerated.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis bill name says it all: adoption deserves oversight, protections, and transparency. This bipartisan legislation provides safeguards and protections for all the parties involved with an adoption, most especially for the expectant parents considering adoption,\u201d said Ryan Hanlon, the president and CEO of National Council For Adoption. \u201cBy eliminating the online, for-profit brokers, it will also reduce the cost of adoption and ensure that the service providers involved are licensed and overseen by proper authorities.\u201d\n\nThe ADOPT Act protects adoptive families, children, and expectant mothers from exploitation by:\n\nProhibiting adoption advertising and the provision of private adoption services for compensation by any entity not licensed as a child-placing agency or attorney; and\n\nRestricting payments to expectant mothers unless made through a provider licensed in the state where the expectant mother resides.\n\nFull text can be read here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-condemns-support-terrorist-organizations-college-campuses", "Rep. Barry Moore condemns support for terrorist organizations on college campuses", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) voted in favor of H.Res.798, a resolution in condemning the support of Hamas, Hezbollah and other terrorist organizations on college campuses.\n\n\u201cThe atrocities Israel is facing at the hands of Islamic jihad terrorists has exposed the deep rot of antisemitism on American college campuses,\" said Moore. \"Condemning mass murder, rape, torture and kidnapping should never be controversial. We must reject any celebration of these despicable actions and do all we can to protect Jewish students, faculty and staff at American universities.\"\n\nTo learn more about this legislation, click here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-supports-bill-kill-bidens-wotus-rule", "Rep. Barry Moore supports bill to kill Biden's WOTUS rule", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) voted in favor of the 2024 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Bill. This legislation provides new non-defense discretionary spending totaling $25.417 billion, which is 35% below the 2023 bill and $21.371 billion below the President's Budget Request. This bill reins in federal spending while prioritizing critical needs, and ends Biden's job-killing Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule.\n\n\"This legislation puts more money back in American families' wallets by clawing back billions from wasteful climate initiatives, prohibiting the regulation of lead content in ammunition and fishing tackle, and limiting abuse of the Endangered Species Act,\" said Rep. Moore. \"Furthermore, it eliminates Biden's radical WOTUS rule that only serves his wealthy environmentalist base and affirms the property rights of farmers, ranchers, foresters and landowners across America.\"\n\nFiscal Year 2024 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Bill reins in wasteful Washington spending and bureaucracy by:\n\nExpanding access to critical minerals\n\nRequiring oil and gas lease sales\n\nLimiting job killing regulations by the EPA, such as repealing the recent Waters of the United States Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) regulation\n\nLimiting abuse of the Endangered Species Act regarding species such as the sage-grouse, the gray wolf, and the lesser-prairie chicken\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-supports-funding-protect-israel", "Rep. Barry Moore supports funding to protect Israel", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore voted in favor of H.R. 6126, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act. Rep. Moore is also a co-sponsor of this legislation. This legislation provides $14.3 billion in emergency supplemental appropriations \u2013 fully offset \u2013 to provide military assistance to our great ally Israel and ensure the safe return of American citizens impacted by the attacks from Hamas on Israel.\n\n\u201cIsrael, our strategic ally for nearly 75 years, is working to defend itself against brazen terrorists who want to extinguish them,\" said Moore. \"At least 1,400 Israelis and 30 Americans have lost their lives. It is imperative we support and supply Israel with resources and demonstrate strength on the world's stage in a time of grave danger. Instead of taking more money out of Americans' bank accounts, this legislation cuts $14 billion in Democrat funding to the weaponized IRS to protect Israel.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-amendment-bans-weaponization-epa", "Palmer Amendment Bans Weaponization of the EPA", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "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: Kris Cook (202) 225-4921\n\nWashington, DC \u2013 Following the passage the Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year of 2024, which included his amendment prohibiting the EPA from using funds to arm agents as part of the agency\u2019s criminal enforcement division, Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cIt is baffling to me that Democrats call for defunding the police, yet desire for EPA agents to be armed like the U.S. military,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cMost Americans are unaware the EPA spends $50 million a year to arm agents with equipment more appropriate for the military. They are just one of 70 agencies arming agents even though they have nothing to do with law enforcement. This is unacceptable. We should not be arming the Environmental Protection Agency to harass American businesses, farmers, and landowners.\u201d\n\nYou can view the floor debate regarding the amendment below:\n\nRep. Palmer Offers an Amendment to Defund EPA's Armed Agents - YouTube\n\nBackground:\n\nThe Environmental Protection Agency has spent millions of dollars on guns, ammo, body armor, camouflage equipment, unmanned aircraft, amphibious assault ships, radar and night-vision gear and other military-style weaponry and surveillance activities, according to a report by the watchdog group Open the Books. You can read the full report here.\n\nAn article about the arming of the EPA can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-introduces-house-bill-stop-federal-dollars-going", "Congressman Aderholt Introduces House Bill to Stop Federal Dollars from Going to Planned Parenthood", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) introduced the \u201cProtect Funding for Women\u2019s Health Care Act\u201d in the House of Representatives. This is companion legislation to S. 13, introduced by Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa. This bill would prohibit federal funding from going to the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, or to any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, successors, or clinics. Planned Parenthood, the largest abortion provider in the United States, receives over $670 million in taxpayer funding annually, according to the 2021-2022 Planned Parenthood Annual Report.\n\n\u201cThis bill reflects the will of the American people,\u201d said Congressman Aderholt. \u201cIt is important that funding intended to support the health, safety, and well-being of women is not instead funding the killing of unborn babies or the pursuit of a radical agenda.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis bill additionally ensures that the funding is redirected back to important health services for women such as cancer screenings, prenatal and postnatal care, immunizations, and other eligible services.\n\n\u201cThe radical Left, led by the Biden Administration, cannot keep ignoring the sanctity of life and crusading against our most vulnerable: the unborn. I am proud to join my colleagues in protecting the right to life and in stopping the use of federal tax dollars in funding such heinous organizations.\u201d\n\n\u201cIn this year\u2019s Labor, Health & Human Services, and Education appropriations bill, I have included a provision which prohibits taxpayer dollars going to Planned Parenthood in annual appropriations funding. The Protect Funding for Women\u2019s Health Care Act goes a step further to ensure that mandatory spending is protected as well.\u201d\n\nThis legislation is supported by Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, Americans United for Life, Students for Life Action; Heritage Action; and March for Life Action", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-calls-changes-education-palestinian-children", "Rep. Barry Moore calls for changes in education for Palestinian children", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) supports H.R. 3266, the Peace and Tolerance in Palestine Education Act. Rep. Moore is also a co-sponsor of this legislation. This bill will create much needed U.S.-created reporting and oversight of educational materials produced by the Palestinian Authority (PA) and the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). This comes in light of their continued teaching of violence, incitement, and antisemitism.\n\n\u201cIt is unacceptable that the United Nations Relief and Works Agency allows antisemitism and violence in their curriculum for Palestinian students,\" said Moore. \"This legislation ensures that the American taxpayers aren't footing the bill for antisemitism in the classroom that can lead to abhorrent attacks like the ones we are currently seeing in Israel. We will never see peace in the Middle East if hate is being taught to Palestinian kids.\"\n\nTo learn more about this legislation, click here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-votes-support-israel-cut-funding-weaponized-irs", "Palmer Votes to Support Israel, Cut Funding from Weaponized IRS", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "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: Kris Cook (202) 225-4921\n\nWashington, DC \u2013 Following the passage of a bill to provide support for Israel's defense while cutting funding of the weaponized IRS, Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/11/rep-sewell-co-signs-letter-to-speaker-johnson-calling-on-house-republican-leadership-to-take-action-on-gun-violence", "Rep. Sewell Co-Signs Letter to Speaker Johnson Calling on House Republican Leadership to Take Action on Gun Violence", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "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) joined House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Chair Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) and 115 Members of Congress in a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson calling on House Republican leadership to take action to address America\u2019s gun violence epidemic.\n\n\u201cGod\u2019s children are being killed every day in our country in part because of the inaction of Republican leadership on gun violence prevention legislation. Families of every faith in America have empty chairs around the dinner table because Republicans have failed to answer our constituents\u2019 prayers for action,\u201d the Members wrote. \u201cIn response to the gun violence crisis, you have called for more thoughts and prayers without a commitment to taking any action to address the bloodshed.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe book of John says that \u2018the good shepherd lays down his life\u2019 for his flock. As Democrats, we are not asking for personal sacrifice, but simply that Republican leadership work with us to enact common sense laws that will save lives. We stand ready to work with you on any policies that will help end gun violence.\u201d\n\nThe full letter can be found here and below.\n\nDear Speaker Johnson,\n\nAs House Democrats, we write about our deep concerns with your troubling comments following the devastating mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine where 18 people were killed and another 13 were injured.\n\nMr. Speaker, our children, God\u2019s children, are being killed every day in our country in part because of the inaction of Republican leadership on gun violence prevention legislation. Families of every faith in America have empty chairs around the dinner table because Republicans have failed to answer our constituents\u2019 prayers for action.\n\nIn response to the gun violence crisis, you have called for more thoughts and prayers without a commitment to taking any action to address the bloodshed. As Speaker, you were quoted as saying, \u201cThis is a dark time in America. We have a lot of problems, and we are hopeful and prayerful. Prayer is appropriate at a time like this, that this senseless violence can stop.\u201d Additionally, during a recent interview about gun violence prevention legislation you said, \u201cAmerica\u2019s problem is not guns. America\u2019s problem is a heart problem.\u201d\n\nThis fatalistic view of gun violence is factually wrong and paints a dark view of America and its people. First, gun violence in America is not inevitable, it is simply tolerated by Republican leadership. Second, gun violence prevention legislation is evidence-based and saves lives. In fact, the state of Louisiana has an \u201cF\u201d rank on the Giffords gun violence scorecard because it fails to enact universal background checks and a red flag law, has weak gun domestic violence laws, and allows assault weapons and large capacity magazines to be sold. Not surprisingly, gun deaths in Louisiana are 99 percent above the national average, second only to Mississippi.\n\nConversely, the states that emphasize responsible gun ownership with strong gun safety laws have the lowest rate of gun violence. Troublingly, more and more of the gun violence in those states is perpetrated by guns that flow in from states with weak gun laws. We need a stronger national floor that protects all Americans from gun violence.\n\nEpidemic levels of gun violence are an American problem because we uniquely allow people who are a danger to themselves or others easy access to firearms. The gun homicide rate in America is 26 times that of other high-income countries. It is outrageous to insinuate that Americans have 26 times the mental health challenges or our fellow Americans\u2019 hearts are 26 times more troubled than our international peers.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/11/rep-sewell-statement-on-partisan-republican-israeli-supplemental", "Rep. Sewell Statement on Partisan Republican Israeli Supplemental", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "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 regarding House Republicans\u2019 partisan Israeli supplemental funding package:\n\n\u201cWhile I fully support assistance to Israel, the partisan bill that House Republicans pushed through provides no assistance to Ukraine, blocks humanitarian aid to civilians in Gaza, and includes billions in tax giveaways to the rich. I am disappointed that my Republican colleagues have taken an otherwise bipartisan priority\u2014supporting our national security and our allies\u2014and turned it into a bitter partisan battle. This bill is dead on arrival in the Senate and undercuts the bipartisan efforts by the White House and the Senate to pass a comprehensive aid package that includes funding for both Israel and Ukraine and provides humanitarian aid to civilians in Gaza. I look forward to supporting this legislation which is in line with President Biden\u2019s original funding request that would holistically support our national security efforts.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-supports-emergency-aid-israel", "Strong Supports Emergency Aid for Israel", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014U.S. Representative Dale Strong issued the following statement after the House voted 226-196 to pass the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act:\n\n\u201cIsrael is the United States\u2019 most strategic ally in the Middle East and has a right to defend its sovereignty. This package will provide critical, American-made military equipment, ensure our own defense stockpiles are replenished, bolster defense of the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem, and assist with evacuating U.S. citizens from the region,\u201d said Representative Strong.\n\nThe aid package also includes key provisions which will replenish Iron Dome and David\u2019s Sling missile defense systems, which were partially designed at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama.\n\n\u201cIranian-backed- Hamas and Hezbollah terrorists are going to continue to feel the heat of Huntsville. I am proud of the hardworking men and women of North Alabama who have played a critical role in establishing and maintaining the U.S.-Israeli missile defense programs,\u201d said Strong.\n\nIf signed into law, the supplemental package would be paid for by redirecting funds originally appropriated for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the Biden administration\u2019s Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-praises-kay-granger-she-announces-retirement", "Congressman Aderholt Praises Kay Granger As She Announces Retirement", "2023-11-01", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-AL) released the following statement regarding the announcement by House Appropriations Chair Kay Granger, (R-TX) that she will not seek reelection.\n\n\u201cWe are all sad to see the news that Kay will be leaving Congress. Kay has not only been a dedicated advocate for her constituents back in Texas, she has also been a champion of fiscal responsibility, both as a member of the House Appropriations Committee and ultimately as its leader,\u201d said Congressman Robert Aderholt. \u201cKay and I were elected the same year, and over the years she has been a fighter, a great leader on the Appropriations Committee, and she has been a friend.\n\n\u201cKay\u2019s shoes will not be easily filled. But in borrowing directly from her retirement announcement, I\u2019m confident that our party is ready to choose, at the appropriate time, a new appropriations leader \u2018to step up and take the mantle and be a strong and fierce representative for the people.\u2019 Of course, for right now, I look forward to working with Chair Granger over the next year as we finish this year\u2019s appropriations process and begin work on Fiscal Year 2025.\n\n\u201cThe American people have made it clear they are tired of funding the operations of the federal government through unending continuing resolutions. They want the 12 appropriations bills to be brought to the floor for an up or down vote. And they want those bills to reflect the fact we are more than $33 trillion dollars in debt.\n\n\u201cKay has made great progress in changing that culture, and it will be up to the next leader of the House Appropriations Committee to continue those reforms. As newly elected Speaker Johnson said last week, the People\u2019s House is back in business, but I know he doesn\u2019t want it to be business as usual. I wholeheartedly agree.\n\n\u201cWhen the time comes, and our Conference gives thought to who they want to take up the mantle of House Appropriations, I will be considering, and most certainly praying, about how I could use my talents and experience to advance our party\u2019s message and goals, which is ultimately about making this nation strong again, respected again, and of course fiscally responsible again.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-introduces-legislation-rename-dothan-post-office-after-alabama", "Rep. Barry Moore introduces legislation to rename Dothan post office after Alabama veteran LaBruce Tidwell", "2023-11-01", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) introduced legislation to rename the United States Post Office located at 379 N Oates Street in Dothan as the LaBruce 'Bruce' Tidwell Post Office. Alabama Reps. Robert Aderholt, Jerry Carl, Gary Palmer, Mike Rogers, Terri Sewell, and Dale Strong are co-sponsors of this legislation.\n\nBruce Tidwell enlisted in the United States Navy in 1943 and served as a Radio Operator on the LCT 801. Born and raised in Dothan, AL, Bruce returned to Dothan after the war ended in 1945 and began working in the Dothan Oil Mill. After a few years, Bruce wanted to continue serving his community and decided to become a letter carrier in 1957.\n\n\u201cFrom the radio room to the mail room, Navy veteran Bruce Tidwell was dedicated to serving his state and his country,\" said Moore. \"Bruce was known for altering his usual mail route during the Vietnam War in order to ensure the families of service members received their letters home as quickly as possible because he knew how much that would mean to those families.\"\n\nBruce was beloved by the Dothan community, where he lived for a total of 86 years. There is no better Post Office to rename than the exact location in Dothan where Bruce worked.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-desposito-introduce-bring-americans-home-act", "Palmer, D'Esposito Introduce 'Bring Americans Home Act'", "2023-10-30", "2023", "2023-10", "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: Kris Cook (202) 225-4921\n\nWashington, D.C. \u2013 Following reports that the State Department was forcing American citizens to pay for their flights out of harm's way in Israel, Congressmen Gary Palmer (AL-06) and Anthony D'Esposito (NY-04) introduced the \"Bring Americans Home Act.\" Rep. Gary Palmer released the following statement:\n\n\u201cAmericans are currently stuck in a war zone because President Biden has displayed weak leadership around the globe. The United States government should be there to help. Instead of helping, the response of the State Department has been to send these stranded Americans a bill,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cThis is unacceptable. The Biden Administration is willing to pay for illegal immigrants to fly anywhere around the country but is unwilling to help Americans in need. We must care for our citizens and help them get home safely in an emergency. This is why Congressman D\u2019Esposito and I introduced the Bring Americans Home Act. We believe Americans should not foot the bill for the misplaced priorities and poor leadership in the White House.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-speaker-mike-johnson-can-unite-us", "Rep. Barry Moore: \"Speaker Mike Johnson can unite us\"", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) joined Newsmax American Agenda yesterday to applaud the election of Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA). Moore supported Johnson on the House floor.\n\nFrom Rep. Moore's interview: \"Mike Johnson can unite people. He's a dear friend of mine, we serve on Judiciary together, and he's a happy warrior. He's the kind of guy that can unite us and take strong stances without anyone taking it personally. I am honored to have Mike on board, it took us a minute to get here, but there is no doubt the nation will be better for having Speaker Mike Johnson during these trying times.\"\n\nOn the battle for the speakership: \"If you ever put the American people last, that's where you cross Mike Johnson and our party. Mike is going to stand for what makes America great and we're going to support him. He's a man of faith. Listen, in the Republican conference, there was a divide, there's that old guard Republican group and we're $33 trillion in debt and they haven't passed [12] appropriations bills in 26 years. There are new majorities coming in and new leadership from populist districts saying 'Hey, we're tired of business as usual!' and that's why there was a battle behind the scenes. We came out as a winner with a true conservative leader, and it's great for our country, great for our party and great for the globe. When America is strong, the rest of the world is safe.\"\n\nRep. Moore's full remarks can be seen here: High-res | Twitter\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-stands-israel", "Rep. Barry Moore stands with Israel", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) released the following statement after voting in favor of H. Res.771, a resolution standing with Israel and emphasizing their right to defend themselves against a war launched by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad, backed by Iran.\n\n\u201cAny threat to Israel is a threat to the United States and our freedoms,\" said Moore. \"I stand with Israel as they fight to defend themselves against these atrocities. I am thankful to Speaker Johnson for making it his first priority to affirm our support for Israel in their time of need.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-supports-fy24-energy-and-water-development-appropriations-bill", "Rep. Barry Moore supports FY24 Energy and Water Development Appropriations Bill", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) released the following statement after supporting the FY24 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. This legislation focuses on our national security, energy production, and our nation\u2019s economic competitiveness by reducing our dependence on foreign minerals and providing necessary funding to the Army Corps of Engineers and Bureau of Reclamation.\n\n\"This legislation provides funding to strengthen our national security and energy security while rescinding $5.58 billion in wasteful spending on projects designed to satisfy Biden's wealthy environmentalist base from his failed Inflation Reduction Act,\u201d said Rep. Moore. \u201cFurthermore, the bill eliminates Biden's disastrous WOTUS rule that wastes hard-earned taxpayer dollars and delays efforts to improve infrastructure and protect clean water \u2013 even on private lands.\"\n\nBackground:\n\nThe bill prioritizes funding for agencies and programs to support our national security, energy security, and economic competitiveness\n\nTerminates the Biden Administration\u2019s Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, returning to state control of waterways that historically have not fallen under federal jurisdiction\n\nProtects Americans against religious discrimination\n\nProvides an increase in national defense spending\n\nCuts billions of dollars in wasteful spending from the Inflation Reduction Act\n\nPrioritizes energy security and economic competitiveness\n\nProhibits the implementation, administration, or enforcement of the Biden Administration\u2019s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs\n\nClick here to learn more about this legislation.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-statement-election-mike-johnson-speaker-house", "Congressman Aderholt Statement on Election of Mike Johnson Speaker of the House of Representatives", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) released the following statement after the election of Congressman Mike Johnson of Louisiana to the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives.\n\n\u201cI congratulate my friend and colleague Congressman Mike Johnson on being elected the 56th Speaker of our House of Representatives. I am proud to have been the first member to cast my vote for such a committed and driven conservative fighter.\u201d\n\n\u201cHe will be a strong & unifying Speaker who will fight for our shared values. As a long-time warrior for conservatism, I know he will stand dedicated to our cause. There is much that must be accomplished in a short amount of time. Under his leadership, we will fund the government, secure the border, and ensure Israel has what it needs to defend itself from Hamas terrorists.\n\n\u201cI look forward to working with Speaker Johnson. Time is of the essence. Let\u2019s get back to work for the American people.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-applauds-selection-mike-johnson-56th-speaker-house", "Rep. Barry Moore applauds selection of Mike Johnson as 56th Speaker of the House", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) released the following statement, applauding the selection of Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) as the 56th Speaker of the House of Representatives. Johnson has served in Congress since 2017. Moore voted in support of Johnson on the House floor and has served with him on the House Judiciary Committee.\n\n\u201cCongratulations to my good friend, Mike Johnson, on becoming the 56th Speaker of the House,\" said Moore. \"Speaker Johnson is a man of faith and conviction, and it has been a pleasure serving with him on the House Judiciary Committee. I was proud to support him on the House floor. I look forward to working with him as Speaker to secure our border, push back against the Biden administration and the Democrats\u2019 radical agenda, and restore fiscal sanity to Washington.\"\n\nTo learn more about Speaker Johnson, click here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-congratulates-speaker-mike-johnson", "Palmer Congratulates Speaker Mike Johnson", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "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: Kris Cook (202) 225-4921\n\nWashington, D.C. \u2013 Following Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) being elected as Speaker of the House, Rep. Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cThis is an important day for the country,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cHouse Republicans are united behind a principled, unwavering conservative in Speaker Mike Johnson. Mike is a good friend I have worked closely with, and I know he will live out his faith in God by leading the House with honor as we serve the American people. Mike is committed to a plan of action to get our fiscal house in order, address the rampant illegal immigration at our southern border, and fill the void of leadership President Biden has left on the world stage.\u201d\n\nPalmer concluded, \u201cSpeaker Johnson and the House Republicans are ready to work for the American people.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-votes-support-israel-condemn-hamas-and-its-supporters", "Palmer Votes to Support Israel, Condemn Hamas and its Supporters", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "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: Kris Cook (202) 225-4921\n\nWashington, D.C. \u2013 Following his support for a House Resolution supporting Israel and condemning Hamas, Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) made the following statement:\n\n\u201cThe United States will always stand with our ally Israel. The Hamas terror organization killed and kidnapped hundreds and left a trail of blood and death in their wake. Hamas struck on their Sabbath day hoping to ignite a war to annihilate the nation of Israel. These types of atrocities should be condemned by all. Most importantly, Israel has every right to bring justice to those who committed these acts \u2013 and those who supported Hamas in carrying them out,\u201d said Rep. Gary Palmer", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/10/rep-sewell-statement-on-election-of-rep-mike-johnson-as-speaker-of-the-house", "Rep. Sewell Statement on Election of Rep. Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released the following statement regarding the election of Rep. Mike Johnson (LA-04) as Speaker of the House of Representatives.\n\n\u201cWhile I am grateful that House Republicans have finally ended their stalemate and selected a new House Speaker, I am gravely disappointed that my colleagues across the aisle have rejected our calls for bipartisanship and empowered yet another MAGA extremist.\n\n\u201cI have very serious concerns about Mike Johnson\u2019s record, namely his efforts to overturn the 2020 election, his hostility toward our hard-fought rights and freedoms, and his work to slash Social Security and Medicare.\n\n\u201cI will work with Speaker Johnson where we can agree but make no mistake; when it comes to protecting our democracy, our freedoms, and the programs that Americans rely on, I will not back down.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/10/rep-sewell-votes-in-favor-of-bipartisan-resolution-standing-with-israel", "Rep. Sewell Votes in Favor of Bipartisan Resolution Standing with Israel", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) voted in favor of H.Res. 771, a bipartisan resolution standing with Israel as it defends itself against the brutal terrorist attack launched by Hamas and other terrorists and condemning Hamas\u2019 war against Israel. The resolution passed in the House of Representatives by an overwhelming bipartisan vote of 412 to 10.\n\n\u201cI condemn Hamas\u2019 brutal attack on Israel in the strongest possible terms,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cWith this bipartisan resolution, my colleagues and I are sending a strong message that the United States stands steadfast with Israel and its right to defend itself.\u201d\n\n\u201cBoth Israelis and Palestinians deserve equal measures of freedom, security, opportunity, and dignity,\u201d continued Sewell. \u201cI have long supported a two-state solution that would help build a bridge toward a more sustainable future in the region. The U.S. must exercise its leadership to foster a peaceful coexistence between Israel and its neighbors.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-supports-johnson-speaker", "Strong Supports Johnson for Speaker", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014 The U.S. House of Representatives elected Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) as Speaker of the House. Representative Dale W. Strong (AL-05) voted for Johnson and issued the following statement:\n\n\u201cMike Johnson is not only a strong conservative but is also a strong Christian. He will unite our conference and lead us with conviction.\n\nI've had the opportunity to work with Mike as a colleague on the Armed Services Committee. He's a fighter and will continue fighting for what is best for national security and our men and women in uniform.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/his-bid-speaker-palmer-announces-commonsense-principles-regarding-house", "In His Bid for Speaker, Palmer Announces Commonsense Principles Regarding House Business", "2023-10-24", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Gary J. Palmer", "P000609", "palmer.house.gov", "palmer", "https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Continuing his candidacy for Speaker of the House, Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement and five commonsense principles regarding the way the House should conduct its business:\n\n\u201cCongress has been kicking the can down the road since before I was elected,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cWe don\u2019t need a person or a personality, we need a plan. That is what I can bring to the American people as Speaker of the House. My plan to bring stability back to the House consists of five commonsense points.\u201d\n\nPalmer\u2019s Principles:\n\n1. Fund the government on time with all single subject appropriations bills passing the House by June 30th\n\n2. Real spending cuts, NOT budget gimmicks\n\n3. No short term CRs\n\n4. Enforce a true 72-hour rule allowing members and the American people time to review legislation\n\n5. Unite the Republican Conference before going to the House floor\n\nRep. Palmer continued, \u201cThe American people deserve a Republican Conference that is unified, transparent, and committed to the job. Before we vote tomorrow, every candidate should commit to these principles.\u201d\n\nDetails on the Palmer Principles:\n\n1. Fund the government on time with all single subject appropriations bills passing the House by June 30th\n\nEliminate the arbitrary May 15th deadline prohibiting consideration of appropriations bills under the Congressional Budget Act.\n\nPrevent the House from considering other legislation if we have not passed 12 appropriations bills by June 30th\n\nPrevent the House from bringing up any other legislation sent over from the Senate if they have not passed their 12 bills by July 30th\n\nPrevent the House from recessing after July 31st if we have not passed our 12 appropriations bills\n\nProvide for a national security exception with a 2/3rd vote\n\n2. Real spending cuts, NOT budget gimmicks\n\nWith the national debt over $33 trillion, we do not have time to hide behind gimmicks. We need to reduce the actual spending, not just slow the rate of our out-of-control spending.\n\n3. No short term CRs\n\nIf all of the appropriations bills are not passed by September 30th, we will have a self-executing CR until April 15th.\n\nNo more kicking the can down the road to just before major holidays as a tactic to pressure members into voting for a bad legislative spending package.\n\n4. Enforce a true 72-hour rule allowing members and the American people time to review legislation\n\nFor too long, Congress has released thousand-page bills in the middle of the night and expected members and the American public to be informed by the next day. The American people deserve to have ample time to review legislation and the confidence that their representatives have done the same.\n\n5. Unite the Republican Conference before going to the House floor", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-withdraws-name-speaker-house-emphasizes-unity-shared-principles", "Palmer Withdraws Name for Speaker of the House, Emphasizes Unity to Shared Principles", "2023-10-24", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Gary J. Palmer", "P000609", "palmer.house.gov", "palmer", "https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Deciding to withdraw his name from consideration for Speaker of the House, Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06) made the following statement:\n\n\u201cCongress and the American people needed a Republican Speaker three weeks ago. If withdrawing my name can help expedite that process even a little, then I will gladly step aside,\u201d said Rep. Palmer. \u201cThe candidate forum and individual conversations have given me great hope for the future of the 118th Congress. All the candidates are committed to ideas similar to the principles I laid out last night. We must bring stability back to the House of Representatives, and we do that by passing our spending bills on time, providing real spending cuts, not passing short term CRs, allowing members time to read legislation, and uniting the conference before going to the House floor. These principles will truly transform how this place works and ensure it works for the benefit of the American people.\u201d\n\nRep. Palmer continued, \u201cI will work with the next speaker on the ideas I have laid out so Congress can come together and do the job the American people sent us here to do. With this in mind, I am withdrawing my name from consideration for Speaker.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/10/rep-sewell-announces-1-6-million-in-public-infrastructure-and-workforce-investments-from-the-delta-regional-authority-for-black-belt-communities", "Rep. Sewell Announces $1.6 Million in Public Infrastructure and Workforce Investments from the Delta Regional Authority for Black Belt Communities", "2023-10-24", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Selma, AL \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced $1.6 million from the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) for six projects in Alabama\u2019s Black Belt. These new investment projects will improve basic public infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, and support business development and job training. Funding was awarded through the State\u2019s Economic Development Assistance Program (SEDAP) and was made available, in part, by President Biden\u2019s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.\n\n\u201cAs a proud daughter of the Black Belt, I have made it a top priority to ensure that those living and working in the region get their fair share of federal resources and funding,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cThese awards from the Delta Regional Authority will continue to reverse decades of disinvestment by bringing jobs and infrastructure upgrades directly to communities that need them most. As the only Member of Congress from Alabama to vote for President Biden\u2019s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, I\u2019m very excited to see this funding coming to our communities and I applaud the Biden-Harris Administration for their continued focus on equity.\u201d\n\nThe following projects in Alabama\u2019s Black Belt received SEDAP funding:\n\nThe Cultural and Communal Living Cynosure project in Selma, Alabama, has been awarded $200,000 to increase the success and well-being of residents in distressed communities.\n\nThe Jackson Pellets Industrial Access Road project in Jackson, Alabama, has been awarded more than $357,000 to construct a 3,100-foot industrial access road to the Jackson Pellets facility.\n\nThe Selma Tourism Incubator project in Selma, Alabama, has been awarded $509,000 to develop an Innovative Tourism Hub in Selma\u2019s historic downtown.\n\nThe Town of Hurtsboro Storm Water Collection System Improvement project in Hurtsboro, Alabama, has been awarded more than $387,000 to repair a storm water collection system to reduce localized flooding.\n\nThe Town of Butler Highway 17 South project in Butler, Alabama, has been awarded more than $189,000 to correct water main issues and install a fire hydrant on Alabama Highway 17 South.\n\nThe Eufaula-Bluff City Water and Sewer project in Eufaula, Alabama has been awarded more than $43,000 for sewer, water, and stormwater improvements.\n\nThe DRA was established in 2000 as a formal framework for joint federal-state collaboration to promote and encourage the economic development of the lower Mississippi River and Alabama Black Belt regions. To fulfill this purpose, DRA invests in projects supporting transportation infrastructure, basic public infrastructure, workforce training, and business development. DRA\u2019s region encompasses 252 counties and parishes in parts of Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee.\n\n\u201cThe States\u2019 Economic Development Assistance Program is one of DRA\u2019s most diverse tools that allows us to expand and invest in the resiliency of the region\u2019s public infrastructure and workforce,\u201d said DRA Federal Co-Chairman, Dr. Corey Wiggins. \u201cAs a result of this investment, nearly 6,000 families will have improved access to infrastructure, helping to improve their quality of life and increase economic opportunities in their communities.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/10/rep-sewell-announces-designation-of-birmingham-as-a-federal-tech-hub-by-the-biden-harris-administration", "Rep. Sewell Announces Designation of Birmingham as a Federal Tech Hub by the Biden-Harris Administration", "2023-10-23", "2023", "2023-10", "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) announced that Birmingham has been designated as one of 31 Regional Innovation and Technology Hubs (Tech Hubs) by the Biden-Harris Administration through the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration. These Tech Hubs will catalyze investment in technologies critical to economic growth, national security, and job creation, and will help communities across the country become centers of innovation critical to American competitiveness. The Birmingham Biotechnology Hub will work to increase representation in clinical data and improve pharmaceutical development, and will now be eligible to compete for up to $75 million in additional funding. The Tech Hubs program was authorized by the CHIPS and Science Act which passed Congress with Rep. Sewell\u2019s support and was signed by President Biden in August 2022.\n\n\u201cBirmingham is leading the nation and the world in the biotechnology sector and we are absolutely thrilled that the Biden-Harris Administration has designated it as a Tech Hub,\u201d celebrated Rep. Sewell. \u201cNot only will this designation further strengthen Birmingham\u2019s position as a center for innovation, but it will also bring numerous jobs, resources, and opportunities to the people of our city. This is a great example of how President Biden\u2019s CHIPS and Science Act is supercharging America\u2019s competitiveness in science and technology, and we in Birmingham are excited to be a part of it!\u201d\n\nThe Birmingham Biotechnology Hub, a consortium led by Southern Research Institute, will apply artificial intelligence-driven biotechnology to increase representation in clinical genomic data and clinical trials. Leveraging the region\u2019s existing assets, including the University of Alabama at Birmingham\u2019s data bank, the Birmingham Biotechnology Hub will utilize artificial intelligence trained with inclusive patient data to shorten the drug development pipeline and deliver affordable drugs, vaccines, and diagnostics that treat a diverse global patient population.\n\nThis designation is part of the first phase of the novel Tech Hubs program, authorized by the CHIPS and Science Act, that will invest directly in high-potential U.S. regions and aim to transform them into globally competitive innovation centers. Designation is an endorsement of the region\u2019s strategy to supercharge their respective technological industry to create jobs and strengthen U.S. economic and national security. Designated Tech Hubs are now eligible to apply for the next phase of the Tech Hubs Program that will invest between $50-$75 million in each of 5-10 Designated Hubs.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-announces-run-speaker-house-promotes-steady-conservative", "Palmer Announces Run for Speaker of the House; Promotes Steady, Conservative Leadership", "2023-10-22", "2023", "2023-10", "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: Kris Cook (202) 225-4921\n\nHoover, AL \u2013 Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement after announcing his bid for Speaker of the House:\n\n\"Because of reckless government policies, Americans across the country are struggling to make ends meet, to afford groceries, gas, and other everyday necessities. Families are worried about the safety of their children because our cities are riddled with crime, and fentanyl is flooding across our borders. Americans are anxious about the future because out-of-control spending threatens to bankrupt our nation. Additionally, weak leadership has jeopardized our national security.\n\nAll of this is happening at a time when our nation is the most divided it has been in nearly 160 years.\n\nIf we ignore these issues, America will decline into the footnotes of history. This doesn\u2019t need to be our future, but how do we change our course? It starts with steady, conservative leadership.\n\nThat\u2019s what Republicans can offer the country, if we come together and unite behind new leadership and a common vision in the House of Representatives focusing on the things that matter to the American people. The things that matter to our future.\n\nThe Republican majority must be willing to make the reforms necessary to ensure fiscal responsibility and restore people\u2019s faith in their government \u2013 and in us as their elected representatives. We cannot do this until we are united as Republicans and get back to serving the people who sent us to Washington to defend and advance their interests and not our own.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-celebrates-lowhorne-and-shaver-being-angels", "Congressman Aderholt Celebrates Lowhorne and Shaver for Being \u201cAngels in Adoption\u201d", "2023-10-20", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 This week, Congressman Robert Aderholt, as Co-Chair of the Congressional Adoption Caucus, honored two Alabamians he nominated, and who were selected, as Angels in Adoption.\n\n\u201cI have been a strong proponent of adoption since I was first elected to Congress,\u201d said Congressman Aderholt. \u201cThese two Angels, Keith Lowhorne of Madison County and State Representative Ginny Shaver of Cherokee County, have both met and exceeded the definition of \u201cAngels in Adoption.\u201d\n\n\u201cLowhorne, who along with his wife Edie, adopted their two grandchildren, has been an advocate and voice for adoptive grandparents in Alabama and across the country. Rep. Shaver has used her position in the Alabama Legislature to also advocate for adoption, to make it happen more easily and more often.\n\n\u201cBoth of these Angels in Adoption have worked tirelessly and their efforts have made life better for countless children in our state and across America. It was my honor to nominate them and for them to be selected.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-leads-letter-encouraging-egypt-play-humanitarian", "Congressman Aderholt Leads Letter Encouraging Egypt to Play Humanitarian Role and Reminding Egypt of Israel\u2019s Right to Defend Itself", "2023-10-18", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-AL) led a letter to Egyptian Ambassador to the U.S. Motaz Zahran encouraging Egypt to work with the U.S., Israel and other allies to help innocent Palestinian refugees leave Gaza and enter safely into Egypt. Alongside Representatives Blake Moore (R-UT), Dan Goldman (D-NY) and Brad Schneider (D-IL), Congressman Aderholt requested that Egypt establish safe zones in Southern Gaza with humanitarian corridors that would aid civilians impacted by Hamas\u2019s brutal war on Israel. The bipartisan letter is signed by 107 Member of Congress (below in full).\n\n\u201cIsrael has every right to defend itself from Hamas\u2019s terrorism,\u201d Congressman Aderholt said. \u201cEgypt has an opportunity to save lives by taking a major leadership role and help establish safe zones for non-combatants, particularly women and children, seeking refuge from Hamas. As Hamas continues to put targets on their own civilians, take hostages, use Gazans as human shields, and embed their command centers within civilian communities, Egypt has an opportunity to protect civilian life and work with the U.S. and Israel. Moreover, a productive approach from Egypt that secures temporary zones for the vulnerable and establishes secure conduits for aid that will help Israel root out Hamas and protect its national security,\u201d the Congressman concluded.\n\nIn part, the letter reads, \u201cIn order to protect noncombatants and civilians in Gaza from Hamas\u2019s brutality, we call on the Egyptian government to urgently work with the United States, Israel, and relevant international stakeholders to take all measured and appropriate steps to support and facilitate safe zones in southern Gaza and enable a steady supply of humanitarian assistance to flow from Egypt towards those in the safe zones until the civilian population is able to return to the north of the Strip. We are optimistic that the international community will participate in providing financial assistance for this humanitarian situation, but Egypt\u2019s robust participation is essential to the success and the safety and security of up to two million Gazans who are desperately in need of such support. Further, those states that have been long-standing intermediaries for Hamas, especially Qatar and Turkey, should be called upon to help as well.\u201d\n\nText of the full letter is below:\n\nDear Ambassador Zahran,\n\nAs members of the U.S. House of Representatives, we are writing to you to express our outright condemnation of the recent terrorist attacks in Israel by Hamas and its terrorist partners. Given these events, we strongly encourage the government of Egypt to engage constructively with the United States, Israel, and relevant international stakeholders to establish and maintain safe zones in southern Gaza, with humanitarian access corridors, for civilians seeking refuge from the fighting in the north of the Strip.\n\nIsrael has the well-established right and responsibility to respond to these vicious attacks. We unequivocally support Israel\u2019s right to defend itself, take necessary measures in support of its national security, and rescue the nearly 200 hostages currently being held in Gaza. As in previous conflicts, we also note that Israel\u2019s military operations inside Gaza are designed to avoid civilian casualties. Israel has repeatedly encouraged innocent Gazans to leave Hamas locations and targets in the northern part of the Strip and has established an intelligence driven process to target terrorist activity, limit civilian casualties, establish corridors for safe passage, and adhere to the laws of armed conflict. In contrast, Hamas shamefully disregards international humanitarian law and the rules of war by intentionally targeting civilians, taking hostages, using human shields, and embedding their fighters in civilian communities with utter disregard for their welfare. As the controlling authority in the Gaza Strip, Hamas locates its infrastructure and command centers within civilian homes, schools, and hospitals. Hamas routinely launches rockets and mortars from residential neighborhoods. Hamas and other organizations such as the Palestinian Islamic Jihad have done everything in their power to maximize the danger and suffering of the civilians over which they have governing responsibility, publicly threatening residents and preventing them from evacuating combat areas. These heinous actions are intentional, irrefutable, and inexcusable. They are also clear violations of the laws of armed conflict.\n\nWe are also deeply concerned for the innocent civilian lives Hamas intentionally puts in harm\u2019s way, and the rapidly growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza driven by Hamas\u2019s brutality. Although Israel has repeatedly warned Gazans to leave Hamas locations and targets, Hamas is actively working to prevent the evacuation of innocent Palestinians in order to use them as human shields. In fact, Hamas has even taken active steps to prevent foreign nationals from evacuating through the Rafah Border Crossing, the only remaining way out of Gaza.\n\nIn order to protect noncombatants and civilians in Gaza from Hamas\u2019s brutality, we call on the Egyptian government to urgently work with the United States, Israel, and relevant international stakeholders to 1) take all measured and appropriate steps to support and facilitate safe zones in southern Gaza and 2) enable a steady supply of humanitarian assistance to flow from Egypt towards those in the safe zones until the civilian population is able to return to the north of the Strip. We are optimistic that the international community will participate in providing financial assistance for this humanitarian situation, but Egypt\u2019s robust participation is essential to the success and the safety and security of up to two million Gazans who are desperately in need of such support. Further, we call upon those states that have been long-standing intermediaries for Hamas, especially Qatar and Turkey, to help as well.\n\nEgypt is a major global player and a consistent security partner to the United States. We urge Egypt to recognize its humanitarian responsibility to protect innocent lives. Egypt\u2019s partnership with the Israeli government since 1980 has played a valuable role in preserving peace and security in the region for decades. We call upon your government once again to maintain this commitment to partnership and quickly take action to support civilian effectively being held hostage by Hamas.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-reaffirms-support-jim-jordan-speaker", "Rep. Barry Moore reaffirms support for Jim Jordan as Speaker", "2023-10-18", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) joined the Jeff Poor Show and the Yaffee Program to reaffirm his support for Jim Jordan as the 56th Speaker of the House.\n\nFrom Congressman Moore's interview with Jeff Poor: \"There is a mass movement across this country toward conservatism. There is a lot of pressure on the [so-called] 'Rich Men North of Richmond' to move us back toward fiscal responsibility, and Jim Jordan put his name in the hat to help get us there. He and his wife Polly are good friends of mine. He never speaks negatively about anyone, and he's in the fight to restore America.\"\n\nClick here to listen to the full interview.\n\nFrom Congressman Moore's interview with Yaffee: \"Jim Jordan is an amazing leader and Chairman of the Judiciary Committee. He is prepared to take on tough fights, he works with everyone very well, he never says anything negative about any other members, and he has been in 40 states helping other members in close races. He is a team player, he's the guy I believe we can get to 217, and that's who I will be voting for.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-continues-support-jim-jordan-speaker-house", "Palmer Continues to Support Jim Jordan for Speaker of the House", "2023-10-13", "2023", "2023-10", "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: Kris Cook (202) 225-4921\n\nWashington, D.C. \u2013 Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement after supporting Rep. Jim Jordan for Speaker of the House in today's Republican Conference meeting:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-condemns-rep-tlaibs-antisemitic-statements", "Rep. Barry Moore condemns Rep. Tlaib's antisemitic statements", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) introduced a resolution condemning Rep. Rashida Tlaib's (MI-12) antisemitic statements and sent a letter to the House Administration Committee requesting the removal of the Palestinian flag from outside her office. Click here to view a photo of Rep. Tlaib's flag display.\n\n\u201cThe State of Israel is under unprovoked attack from a terrorist group that is celebrating the beheading of infants, raping of women, and cold-blooded murder of hundreds,\" said Moore. \"It is disgusting to glorify the largest single-day mass murder of Jews since the Holocaust as a 'resistance' and display their flag in the halls of Congress. I call on all of my colleagues in Congress to wholeheartedly condemn these actions and stand with Israel as they work to defend themselves.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/10/rep-sewell-announces-38-million-from-the-department-of-justice-to-fight-crime-and-make-alabama-communities-safer", "Rep. Sewell Announces $38+ Million from the Department of Justice to Fight Crime and Make Alabama Communities Safer", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "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 more than $38 million in federal funding from the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) to fight crime and make Alabama communities safer. This comprehensive investment is part of a nationwide push to prevent and reduce crime by providing federal resources to combat gun violence, sex trafficking, substance abuse, and violence against women and children.\n\n\u201cMaking our communities safer for our children and families has always been a top priority of mine,\u201d said Rep. Sewell. \u201cThis $38 million from the Department of Justice will go a long way in doing just that. Together, these grants will ensure that our community organizations, local law enforcement, and especially our rural police departments have the tools they need to break the cycle of violence, prevent crime, strengthen police accountability, and save lives. I was so proud to advocate for this funding at the federal level and will continue working with our state and local partners to keep Alabamians safe.\u201d\n\nRep. Sewell announced the following DOJ grants for Alabama:\n\nBessemer, Birmingham, and Jefferson County\n\n$1,998,001 - Office of Justice Programs Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative - The City of Birmingham will use this funding to expand the Jefferson County Family Resource Center RESTORE pilot, which provides wraparound reentry services for court-involved youth.\n\n$1,600,000 - Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Site-base Program - This funding will allow Jefferson County to expand evidence-based substance use treatment and peer recovery support services.\n\n$412,728 - Edward Byrne JAG Program - The City of Birmingham Police Department will use this funding to enhance public safety and security.\n\n$749,998 - Opioid Affected Youth Initiative - The UAB Department of Psychiatry - Substance Abuse Division will use this funding for the Family Wellness BEYOND project, which is designed to help families impacted by substance use.\n\n$900,000 - Second Chance Act Improving Reentry Education and Employment Outcomes - The Dannon Project is using this funding to expand its A Chance for Everyone (ACER) Program, which provides pre- and post-release services to 150 men and women who are incarcerated at the time of annulment and scheduled to return to documented high-poverty and high-crime areas of Birmingham and Jefferson County.\n\n$2,000,000 - National Sexual Assault Kit Initiative - The Jefferson County District Attorney\u2019s Office will use this funding to support a multidisciplinary response to sexual assault.\n\n$784,194 - Second Chance Act Youth Reentry Program - The Offender Alumni Association will use this funding to implement the OAA Credible Messenger Youth Reentry Initiative.\n\n$406,200 - Connect and Protect: Law Enforcement Behavioral Health Response - This funding will be used by the Bessemer Police Department in collaboration with mental health professionals to implement co-response teams (CRT), allowing for individuals in crisis to access proper mental health services and avoid negative interactions with the police.\n\n$62,963 - Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program - The Bessemer Police Department will use this funding to recruit officers through traditional and innovative strategies.\n\nTuscaloosa and Tuscaloosa County\n\n$64,207 - Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program - This funding will be used by the disparate jurisdictions of the City of Tuscaloosa and Tuscaloosa County for equipment that will support crime prevention and violence reduction.\n\n$259,810 - Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program - The City of Tuscaloosa will use this funding to design and implement the Tuscaloosa Mental Health Court Initiative.\n\n$20,000 - Body-worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program to Support Law Enforcement Agencies - The Northport Police Department will expand its Body Worn Camera Program with this funding.\n\n$1,249,636 - Preventing School Violence: BJA\u2019s STOP School Violence Program - The University of Alabama (UA) is partnering with the University of Alabama/University of West Alabama Regional Inservice Education Center to implement the BAMASTOP Program in high schools in rural counties including Choctaw, Greene, Marengo, and Sumter counties. This program uses university-community partnerships to train and educate school personnel, families, and students to prevent and reduce student violence and improve school climate.\n\nSelma and Dallas County\n\n$26,834 - Edward Byrne JAG Program - The City of Selma will use this funding to tackle gang violence, gun violence, and drugs through the use of overtime for off-duty police officers.\n\n$300,000 - Rural and Small Department Violent Crime Reduction Program - The Dallas County Commission will use this funding to implement the District Attorney\u2019s Violent Crime Reduction Program.\n\n$764,508 - Family-Based Alternative Justice Program - The Dallas County Commission will implement the Dallas County Family Preservation Program with this funding.\n\nAlabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA)\n\n$20,429,574 - Victim of Crimes Act (VOCA) Victim Assistance Formula Grant - This program helps provide direct assistance to crime victims, with priority going to victims of child abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault and population groups who have been previously underserved.\n\n$2,675,267 - Office on Violence Against Women STOP Formula Grant Program - This program, authorized by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), is used to develop and strengthen law enforcement, prosecution, and court strategies to combat violent crimes against women and to develop and strengthen victim services, including community-based, culturally specific services, in cases involving domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.\n\n$4,059,847 - Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program - The Edward Byrne Memorial JAG Program is the primary provider of federal criminal justice funding to state and local jurisdictions. ADECA is currently accepting applications for local law enforcement equipment purchases and the application is available here.\n\n$931,749 - Residential Substance Abuse Treatment for State Prisoners Program - This funding will be used to help Alabama inmates with substance abuse prevention and treatment.\n\n$152,995 - Project Safe Neighborhoods Formula Grant Program - This project is designed to enhance community safety by preventing violent gun and gang crime in Jefferson, Tuscaloosa, Greene, Pickens, Sumter, and other Alabama counties in the Northern District of Alabama. These grants are administered by ADECA at the discretion of the United States Attorney\u2019s offices.\n\n$83,604 - Project Safe Neighborhoods Formula Grant Program - This funding will be used to combat violent crime in Montgomery, Lowndes, and other Alabama counties in the Middle District. These grants are administered by ADECA at the discretion of the United States Attorney\u2019s offices.\n\n$77,001 - Project Safe Neighborhoods Formula Grant Program - This funding will be used by the Southern District of Alabama to combat violent crime in Hale, Perry, Dallas, Marengo, Choctaw, Clark, Wilcox, and other counties in the Southern District. These grants are administered by ADECA at the discretion of the United States Attorney\u2019s offices.\n\n$325,591 - Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grants Program - This funding will be used by the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences to improve their capabilities to combat the opioid epidemic.\n\nAlabama State Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)\n\n$74,808 - State Justice Statistics Program for Statistical Analysis Centers - ALEA will use this funding to improve the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS).\n\n$502,933 - Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) Invited to Apply Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force - ALEA will use this funding to maintain, expand, and improve the Alabama ICAC Task Force\u2019s effectiveness in preventing, interdicting, investigating, and prosecuting internet crimes against children.\n\n$1,738,956 - National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NCIS) Act Record Improvement Program\n\n$2,000,000 - National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP)\n\nState of Alabama - Miscellaneous Agencies and Organizations\n\n$108,001 - John R. Justice (JRJ) Formula Grant Program - Alabama will use this funding to recruit and retain prosecutors and public defenders.\n\n$491,000 - VOCA Victim Compensation Formula Grant - This grant award provides funds to the Crime Victims Compensation Commission from the Crime Victims Fund to enhance State Victim Compensation payments to eligible crime victims.\n\n$1,868,756 - Adult Treatment Court Site-Based - This funding will be used by the Alabama Administrative Office of Courts (AOC) to implement the MIDAS Treatment Court Data Project, which will help create individualized treatment plans for people arrested for minor drug and alcohol offenses.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-announces-deadline-apply-service-academy-nominations", "Strong announces deadline to apply for service academy nominations", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Dale W. Strong", "S001220", "strong.house.gov", "strong", "https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Dale W. Strong is encouraging all high school seniors interested in obtaining a congressional nomination to a U.S. service academy to apply prior to the Oct. 18 deadline.\n\n\u201cNorth Alabama is home to some of the brightest student leaders our nation has to offer,\u201d said Congressman Strong. \u201cIt is my honor to nominate young men and women across the Tennessee Valley to our nation\u2019s prestigious service academies. It takes something special to lead U.S. service members in uniform, and I\u2019m proud so many in our district are putting their names forward.\u201d\n\nTo apply for a congressional nomination, visit the student services page of Congressman Strong\u2019s website. For additional information, contact the Huntsville district office at 256-551-0190.\n\nAfter the Oct. 18 deadline, candidates will be notified of interview dates. Candidate interviews will be conducted at Congressman Strong\u2019s Huntsville district office.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-condemns-hamas-cosponsors-resolution-supporting", "Congressman Aderholt Condemns Hamas, Cosponsors Resolution Supporting Israel", "2023-10-10", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 Congressman Robert Aderholt released the following statement to condemn the terrorist group Hamas and to announce that he has cosponsored a resolution in the House of Representatives to show support for Israel.\n\n\u201cThe attacks, kidnappings, and murders carried out over the weekend by Hamas were shocking to people around the world who value humanity, justice, and the rule of law. The videos and pictures coming out of Israel are gut wrenching. I stand with Israel and her people, and I stand against Hamas and anyone who dares defend their heinous actions.\n\n\u201cLet me be clear \u2013 these attacks on Israel were terrorist activities at the hands of Hamas and Hezbollah, aided and abetted by Iran. Like the Nazis of World War II, their only goal is to kill Jews and anyone who dares support Israel. We will not be stopped in our unwavering support of Israel, no matter who is behind these terrorist actions.\n\n\u201cToday I have joined with almost 400 of my colleagues from both sides of the aisles, to sponsor a resolution standing with Israel as it defends itself against the barbaric actions launched by Hamas and other terrorists, and condemning Hamas\u2019 brutal strikes against Israel.\n\n\u201cIsrael is a sovereign nation. They have a right to exist and to live peacefully, but if terrorist groups like Hamas, Hezbollah, or any nation-state decides to attack Israel directly or through proxy groups, then Israel has every right to defend itself completely.\n\nWe must stand with Israel and continue to pray for all those hurt, taken hostage and for the families of the dead. We will not quickly forget about this brutal attack.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-requests-video-footage-rep-bowman-pulling-fire-alarm", "Rep. Barry Moore requests video footage of Rep. Bowman pulling fire alarm", "2023-10-05", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) sent a letter to U.S. Capitol Police Chief J. Thomas Manger requesting the full video footage of Congressman Jamaal Bowman pulling the fire alarm in the Cannon House Office Building on September 30, 2023. Representatives Dan Bishop (R-NC), Lauren Boebert (R-CO), and Troy Nehls (R-TX) joined him on the letter.\n\n\u201cA photograph does not determine the severity of this situation, but the video will show us everything,\" said Moore. \"This is a serious situation, and Congressman Bowman could be liable for violating the law. The American people deserve to know the full extent of his conduct.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/10/rep-sewell-statement-on-the-adoption-of-a-fair-alabama-congressional-map", "Rep. Sewell Statement on the Adoption of a Fair Alabama Congressional Map", "2023-10-05", "2023", "2023-10", "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 the following statement on the adoption of a fair Alabama congressional map:\n\n\u201cAfter numerous hearings, three Supreme Court rulings, and unprecedented defiance by state officials, the voters of Alabama finally have a fair congressional map!\n\n\u201cWhile we celebrate this historic victory, the continued resistance that we face from state officials should not be lost on anyone. This long and arduous battle over Alabama\u2019s congressional map serves as a solemn reminder that efforts to deny fair representation to Black and minority voters are still alive and well.\n\n\u201cNow more than ever, we must restore the FULL protections of the Voting Rights Act. We need the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and we need it now.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-statement-motion-vacate-house-speakership", "Congressman Aderholt Statement on Motion to Vacate House Speakership", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Robert B. Aderholt", "A000055", "aderholt.house.gov", "aderholt", "https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt released the following statement after voting against a motion to vacate the House Speakership.\n\n\u201cToday I voted against the removal of Kevin McCarthy as the current Speaker of the United States House of Representatives. I am certainly disappointed that Speaker McCarthy has been removed. While no Speaker is perfect, as no member of Congress is perfect, I believe that Speaker McCarthy has done the best he can in bringing conservative bills to the floor. We must remember that Republicans have one of the narrowest margins in the history of the United States House of Representatives.\n\n\u201cOur nation currently has many challenges and certainly the debt of this country, and the crisis at the border are issues that must be dealt with. Republicans must find a way to work together to do the most we can do until we can grow our majority. We don\u2019t give up because we can\u2019t win everything today. I will never give in, never quit fighting to solve the debt problem and the disaster at the border.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-opposes-motion-vacate", "Rep. Barry Moore opposes motion to vacate", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) released the following statement after opposing the motion to vacate the chair and remove Kevin McCarthy as Speaker. House Judiciary Committee Chairman and Freedom Caucus member Jim Jordan spoke in support of McCarthy.\n\n\u201cCongress has 41 days left to fund the government by getting the remaining appropriations bills passed -- let's not waste them,\" said Moore. \"If we keep our eye on the prize, we have the chance to do something that hasn't been done in 26 years. We can fund the government through regular order with cuts to Biden's out-of-control spending that is currently imposing a 17% inflation tax on Americans, but not if we waste time on infighting about the motion to vacate.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-statement-motion-vacate-house-speakership", "Palmer Statement on Motion to Vacate House Speakership", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "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: Kris Cook (202) 225-4921\n\nWashington, D.C. \u2013 Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement following today's events involving the House Speakership.\n\n\u201cWhat we just experienced has never occurred in the history of our nation. For the first time, a Speaker of the House has been removed. This action is reflective of how divided our nation is, including among Republican members of the House. While I am deeply disappointed about where we are, we still must find a way to govern,\u201d said Rep. Gary Palmer.\n\n\u201cOur country faces a $33 trillion debt crisis threatening the future of all Americans \u2013 those living and those yet to be born. Our border is not secure, threatening not only our economy but also our national security. As Republicans, we must find a way to come together and choose a leader who can unify our party and has the ability to address these issues head on. We have a job to do for the American people, and they deserve a unified majority focused on what\u2019s best for the nation.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://sewell.house.gov/2023/10/rep-sewell-statement-on-decision-by-house-republicans-to-remove-speaker-kevin-mccarthy", "Rep. Sewell Statement on Decision by House Republicans to Remove Speaker Kevin McCarthy", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "AL", "Terri A. Sewell", "S001185", "sewell.house.gov", "sewell", "https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released the following statement regarding passage of House Republicans\u2019 Motion to Vacate the Chair, removing House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. This is the first time in U.S. history that a sitting speaker has been voted to be removed.\n\n\u201cThis is a sad and unprecedented day for America. Government works best when we have two functioning political parties that are willing to put people over politics. What is clear is that House Republicans are divided among themselves and have unleashed chaos, dysfunction, and extremism at every turn.\n\n\u201cMy Democratic colleagues and I remain willing to find common ground, but it is up to House Republicans to end this GOP civil war.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-supports-speaker-mccarthy", "Strong Supports Speaker McCarthy", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "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 voted on a \u2018motion to vacate\u2019 Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Congressman Dale W. Strong (AL-05) voted to support McCarthy and bring unity to the party.\n\n\u201cToday, 97% of Republicans in the House voted to abandon this Washington parlor game so that we can resume the consideration of conservative, single-subject funding bills. In my short time in Washington, I have seen that some members are here to fight on behalf of the conservative values of their constituents and others here for sound bites. Today, I supported our speaker because we have a narrow window to finish our work on the appropriations process, and discord within our conference threatens our ability to put conservative legislation on the president\u2019s desk,\u201d said Representative Dale Strong.\n\nBackground:\n\nLast week, 21 Republican members joined all 211 Democrats in opposing H.R. 5525, a bill which provided for 30-days of funding, while at the same time, reducing federal domestic discretionary spending by 30%, permanently securing our nation\u2019s borders, protecting defense and veterans\u2019 funding, and establishing a fiscal commission to address the biggest drivers of our national debt.\n\nIn recent weeks, the House has also debated hundreds of amendments and passed legislation that would provide more than $2 billion for border wall construction while also protecting our national defense by replenishing our depleted weapons stocks and ending woke distractions in our military so our men and women in uniform can focus on defending our homeland.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-opposes-45-day-continuing-resolution-0", "Rep. Barry Moore opposes 45-day continuing resolution", "2023-10-02", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) released the following statement after voting against a continuing resolution that would only fund the government for 45 days.\n\n\u201cHouse conservatives have already passed four appropriations bills that would fund 70 percent of the government, but Senate Majority Leader Schumer refuses to bring them to a vote,\" said Moore. \"The last time we followed the law and passed all 12 bills was 26 years ago when our deficit was $22 billion. It's no coincidence our deficit has ballooned to more than $2 trillion since then. I am prepared to stay in Washington and work with my colleagues across the conference as long as it takes to advance all 12 bills and protect the American people from the status quo of out-of-control spending.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-opposes-continuing-resolution", "Rep. Barry Moore opposes continuing resolution", "2023-10-02", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Barry Moore", "M001212", "barrymoore.house.gov", "barrymoore", "https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02) released the following statement after voting against H.R. 5525, a continuing resolution that would only fund the government for 30 days.\n\n\u201cIt has been 26 years since Congress passed all 12 appropriations bills. In order to impact policy and cut spending, we need to follow the statute and reject the status quo,\" said Moore. \"I am committed to staying in Washington as long as it takes and working with my colleagues across the conference to advance the 12 appropriations bills that curtail our out-of-control spending and help American families fight Biden's 17 percent inflation tax.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-cosponsors-legislation-expel-rep-jamaal-bowman", "Palmer Cosponsors Legislation to Expel Rep. Jamaal Bowman", "2023-10-02", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "AL", "Gary J. Palmer", "P000609", "palmer.house.gov", "palmer", "https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Following his cosponsorship of the resolution by Representative Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) to expel Rep. Jamaal Bowman from Congress, Rep. 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