url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at https://sewell.house.gov/2026/9/rep-sewell-leads-bipartisan-letter-to-mexican-government-demanding-resolution-for-birmingham-based-vulcan-materials-and-alabama-workers,Rep. Sewell Leads Bipartisan Letter to Mexican Government Demanding Resolution for Birmingham-Based Vulcan Materials and Alabama Workers,2026-09-28,2026,2026-09,Democrat,House,AL,Terri A. Sewell,S001185,sewell.house.gov,sewell,https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C. — Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) led a bipartisan letter to Mexican Ambassador Roberto Lazzeri Montaño expressing concern and outrage regarding the Mexican government’s treatment of Birmingham-based Vulcan Materials Company and American workers. The letter is co-led by Reps. August Pfluger (TX-11), Salud Carbajal (CA-24), and Gary Palmer (AL-06). “I am proud to lead this bipartisan letter demanding the fair treatment of Vulcan Materials and Alabama workers in Mexico,” said Rep. Sewell. “For almost a decade, senior members of the Mexican government have used illegal tactics to intimidate Vulcan Materials and their workers, including a military seizure of Vulcan-owned property in Mexico. I have worked closely with my colleagues in Congress as we pursued all diplomatic and legislative options, including passing the Defending American Property Abroad (DAPA) Act. I will continue to fight for all the workers in my district who have suffered from illegal trade actions by foreign nations.” ""Mexico's seizure of Vulcan Materials is a direct threat to American jobs, economic security, and national security,"" said Rep. Pfluger. ""Even after an international tribunal found that Mexico violated its trade obligations by shutting down part of Vulcan's operations, the Mexican government has continued to target this company. That's why the House passed my Defending American Property Abroad Act, making clear the United States will not tolerate the illegal capture of American-owned assets by foreign governments. I'm proud to join my colleagues in this bipartisan effort and advocate for Vulcan Materials."" “American companies and workers operating abroad deserve to be treated with fairness,” said Rep. Carbajal. “The actions taken against Vulcan Materials are unacceptable and a clear violation of international trade norms. I am joining a bipartisan coalition of my colleagues in demanding an immediate resolution to these illegal actions.” “The Mexican government’s continued targeting of Vulcan Materials is unacceptable,” said Rep. Palmer. “No American company should have its property seized or its operations threatened by a foreign government acting outside the rule of law. Mexico must end these actions, respect Vulcan’s property rights, and demonstrate that it intends to be a trustworthy trading partner of the United States. I’m proud to join my colleagues in standing up for Vulcan and American workers.” Background On May 5, 2022, the Mexican government illegally shut down Vulcan’s operations via military force. In March of 2023, the Mexican government invaded and occupied Vulcan’s property again to benefit CEMEX, a private Mexican company. On September 23, 2024 President López Obrador decreed the property a Naturally Protected Area (NPA) on September 23, 2024, precluding Vulcan from using its property for productive purposes. Now, the Government of Mexico is utilizing baseless criminal charges to re-invade Vulcan’s property and potentially seize Vulcan’s assets. Earlier this year, Rep. Sewell helped to pass the Defending American Property Abroad (DAPA) Act through the House of Representatives. Sewell previously led Alabama's House delegation in a letter to Mexico’s Foreign Relations Secretary Alicia Bárcena demanding a remedy to their illegal invasion and warning of consequences. The letter was also signed by Reps. Robert B. Aderholt (AL-04), Brian Babin (TX-36), Tom Barrett (MI-07), Aaron Bean (FL-04), Sheri Biggs (SC-03), Julia Brownley (CA-26), Tim Burchett (TN-02), John R. Carter (TX-31), Troy A. Carter, Sr. (LA-06), Ben Cline (VA-06), James Comer (KY-01), J. Luis Correa (CA-46), Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Donald G. Davis (NC-01), Mike Ezell (MS-04), Pat Fallon (TX-04), Shomari Figures (AL-02), Clay Fuller (IN-08), Craig A. Goldman (TX-12), Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), Val Hoyle (OR-04), Addison P. McDowell (NC-06), John J. McGuire III (VA-05), Barry Moore (AL-01), Tim Moore (NC-14), Troy E. Nehls (TX-22), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Mike Rogers (AL-03), David Rouzer (NC-07), Pete Stauber (MN-08), Dale W. Strong (AL-05), William R. Timmons IV (SC-04), Beth Van Duyne (TX-24), James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11), Randy K. Weber, Sr. (TX-14), and Daniel Webster (FL-11). The full letter can be found here. ###",1,2026-09-29T11:07:12Z,2026-09-29T11:08:49Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senators-katie-britt-chris-coons-james-lankford-brian-schatz-introduce-bipartisan-ai-safety-and-transparency-legislation/,"U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Chris Coons, James Lankford, Brian Schatz Introduce Bipartisan AI Safety and Transparency Legislation",2026-09-28,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,,0,2026-09-29T11:07:12Z,2026-09-29T11:07:12Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-graham-introduce-resolution-honoring-religious-education/,"Tuberville, Graham Introduce Resolution Honoring Religious Education",2026-09-28,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Darline Graham (R-SC) in introducing a resolution to designate this week, September 27-October 3, 2026, as “Religious Education Week” to highlight the importance of religious education in the United States. “As Republicans, we believe that parents, not the government, should be in charge of a child’s education,” said Sen. Tuberville. “Our country was founded on Christian values, and private religious schools are a great option for many Alabamians. There’s a myth out there that our Founders wanted to keep God out of the public square. That just isn’t true. This country was built on love of God, love of country, and love of family.” Sens. Tuberville and Graham were joined by Sens. Jim Banks (R-IN), John Barrasso (R-WY), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Katie Britt (R-AL), Ted Budd (R-NC), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), John Cornyn (R-TX), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Steve Daines (R-MT), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), Josh Hawley (R-MO), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Jim Justice (R-WV), James Lankford (R-OK), Mike Lee (R-UT), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Jim Risch (R-ID), Eric Schmitt (R-MO), Rick Scott (R-FL), Tim Scott (R-SC), Roger Wicker (R-MS), and Todd Young (R-IN) in cosponsoring the resolution. The resolution is supported by School Time Bible Ministries, the Foundation for American Christian Education, Agudath Israel of America, the Association of Christian Schools International, the Coalition for Jewish Values, and Catholic Education Partners. Read full text of the resolution here. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-09-29T11:07:12Z,2026-09-29T11:08:49Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-takes-action-to-ban-toxic-forever-chemicals-in-food-packaging/,Tuberville Takes Action to Ban Toxic “Forever Chemicals” in Food Packaging,2026-09-28,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) reintroduced legislation to ban toxic PFAS chemicals – also known as ‘forever chemicals’ – in food wrappers and packaging. PFAS chemicals, which are sometimes used in food wrappers to repel grease, oil, and water, are linked to serious health challenges in humans, including cancer. “Thanks to the Make America Healthy Again movement, Americans have started waking up to the toxic chemicals that are in many of the products and foods we use every day,” said Senator Tuberville. “America has the best resources, technology, and people in the world, so why are we sicker than ever? We need to start taking a closer look at things in our environment that are poisoning us. Our children are the most precious resource we have and we owe it to them to ban toxic chemicals like PFAS from products that have proven to be cancerous.” Sen. Tuberville was joined in introducing this bill by Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH). Read the full text of the bill here. BACKGROUND: As a founding member of the Senate Make America Healthy Again Caucus, Sen. Tuberville has been a vocal advocate against allowing toxic chemicals in American foods. In December of 2024, Sen. Tuberville made remarks during a Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) hearing with a Biden FDA official about the dangers of allowing cancer-linked Red Dye No. 3 in foods, despite banning its use in other products. Following Sen. Tuberville’s remarks, the Trump administration banned Red Dye No. 3 from foods in January 2025. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-09-29T11:07:12Z,2026-09-29T11:08:49Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-continues-fight-to-protect-women-and-girls-in-sports/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Continues Fight to Protect Women and Girls in Sports,2026-09-25,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"America is saying, ‘we want to protect women’s sports,’ despite the fact that my Democratic colleagues can’t bring themselves to do that WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) joined her Senate Judiciary Committee Republican colleagues in a hearing entitled: “Standing Up for Women in Sports: Ensuring Opportunity, Fairness and Safety for Female Athletes.” She questioned several witnesses, including Kim Jones, the Co-Founder of The Independent Council on Women’s Sport, Carly Smolak, former professional soccer player, and William Bock III, Partner at Kroger, Gardis, & Regas, LLP. Following the hearing, Senator Britt joined several of her colleagues, including Senators Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Darline Graham (R-S.C.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), and Ashley Moody (R-Fla.), advocates, and athletes in a press conference. During the Senate Judiciary hearing, Senator Britt criticized the NCAA: “I think the NCAA is feckless. I think that it is alarming, disturbing, and it is beyond reproach that they will not stand up for women. Can you tell us the issues at hand with regards to how the rules are written with the NCAA, or what’s not written that needs to be written down?” Senator Britt continued, “…(your) [biological sex] is an immutable characteristic. This is not a state of mind, much like your age is not, as much as we would like for it to be some days. We don’t let 16 and 17-year-olds … decide that they’re 21. We don’t let them go vote … Why in the world are we allowing these untruths to occur? Mr. Bock responded to the Senator’s question, saying, “100%. And part of the reason, probably for why they’re unwilling to put that in the rules is from 2011 until 2025, after President Trump’s executive order, the NCAA was the leader in putting men in women’s locker rooms, the leader in putting men on the playing field against women and hiding it from the American public. But they had a policy where they allowed men to compete in women’s sports, and they didn’t follow on that issue, they led on that issue.” Senator Britt continued with her line of questioning: “This is an 80/20 issue. America is saying, ‘we want to protect women’s sports,’ despite the fact that my Democratic colleagues can’t bring themselves to do that. But what happens if somebody else is in the white House and we don’t have President Trump’s strong leadership? What happens then? And what do we need to be doing right this second to make sure that we protect women’s sports moving forward?” Mr. Bock answered, “Well, the NCAA needs to have a policy based on biology, number one. And number two, they need to institute sex-verification testing of women’s sports so that we know that women’s sports are for women. But secondly, I think Title IX is a good basis, but I think that this Congress needs to go further, and there needs to be Commerce Clause equal rights legislation that applies not just to those recipients that receive federal funding, but applies as we do with racial discrimination, as we do with age and disability discrimination, that applies and protects women under the Commerce Clause nationwide, at every level … to be covered by the requirement to protect equal opportunities for women. It is a civil rights issue.” Senator Britt continued, saying, “You talked about the silencing of women where women are not allowed to speak up. If you do not affirm what this man believes, then somehow you will be stripped of your opportunity to move forward, your opportunity to compete. Tell me a little bit more about that because I think it’s insulting, I think it’s degrading, I think it is gaslighting, honestly, in the extreme. So, Ms. Jones, can you talk a little bit about that and what we can do to prevent that in the future?” Ms. Jones responded, “We need to live in a society where we can speak truth and we can discuss facts, reason in our opinions without threat of, you know, social isolation, ostracization, punishment … The silencing of women on this, I think, is just an intense amount of intimidation. There’s also a lot of fear from leadership to say, go away and be quiet, we’ve settled this, it’s our decision …” In her final line of questioning, Senator Britt highlighted the innate physical advantage men have when competing against women: “[W]e hear obviously a lot about safety and fairness, which is absolutely on the forefront. But people say, ‘well, okay, now this man is on testosterone suppressors. So, you know, they don’t enjoy as much of an advantage.’ I believe that to be completely false. Can you also talk about the dangers of competing against women under those circumstances as well?” Ms. Jones agreed with the Senator, noting, “Oh, it’s 100% false … You can look at the publications from many of the world’s leading endocrinologists and scientists … [A]ll of the data to date shows that it does not mitigate male advantage of male development. But again, I want to emphasize that the concept of saying that a mitigated or weakened male is a woman is unacceptable. The female category is a sex-based category. Women’s sports exist to give the female sex opportunities in sports. We do not put weakened men into other divisions. We do not take a short man and say he can play against the children.” You can watch the Senator’s full line of questioning here. During the press conference, Senator Britt remarked: “Today we went to the Senate Judiciary Committee, and not one Democrat came to ask a question. Here we have an issue where we have biological men, biological boys competing in women’s sports, competing in youth sports, and [Democrats are] unwilling to say a thing. Look, what we know is, [your biological sex] is an immutable trait. This is truth. We have got to preserve this for young women for generations. “We had people who fought for opportunity for young women, who fought for that opportunity to grow, to learn, to lead, to try, to fail, to be a part of a team, to be able to be part of the discipline that comes along with that, the teamwork. All of those things are taken away by not just protecting female sports. You’ve heard it over and over again: yes, it is about fairness, it is about safety. But one thing we heard at this hearing today is that young women are being silenced from coast to coast. They are being bullied. They are being told they cannot use their voice. They are being told they cannot speak the truth. That must end. The NCAA has been feckless at every single turn. It is time for them to do more to protect young women, to protect the opportunity that comes with sports.” “…[T]here is no one who has done more on this than Senator Marsha Blackburn. When we are looking at Senator Blackburn’s record from the famous moment where she asked, what is a woman to her moving forward and trying to make sure that we have a women’s sports day where we protect women and we talk about young women and the opportunity that’s created in sports on [October 10] to her continually going down to the floor to try to get the Democrats to do the right thing. I am grateful for her leadership on this. “As a mom of a young woman who I think is an incredible athlete, I want to make sure that that opportunity, that experience is protected for her and is protected for the next young woman. So, I will continue to elevate my voice. I will continue to push back on the gaslighting of the Democratic Party, the fact that today they could not stand with young women who want that opportunity.” You can view Senator Britt’s full remarks here. ###",1,2026-09-26T09:43:57Z,2026-09-26T09:44:55Z https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-booker-hayes-ezell-introduce-bipartisan-bill-cover-college-and-trade,"Figures, Booker, Hayes, Ezell to Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Cover College and Trade School Costs for Families of America’s First Responders, Teachers, and Social Workers",2026-09-24,2026,2026-09,Democrat,House,AL,Shomari Figures,F000481,figures.house.gov,figures,https://figures.house.gov/media,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Rep. Shomari C. Figures (AL-02), Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ), Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-05), and Rep. Mike Ezell (MS-04) will introduce the bipartisan Public Service Educational Assistance Act, a bill to support the families of critical public service employees by covering the full cost of higher education and training opportunities for the dependents of educators, first responders, and social workers. ""Educators, first responders, and social workers show up for us in our classrooms, our emergencies, and our hardest moments, year after year,"" said Booker. ""Their families carry that sacrifice too, often quietly, through long hours and stretched budgets. After 20 years of service, the least we can do is make sure their kids can go to college without drowning in debt."" “Teachers, social workers, and first responders dedicate their lives in service to our communities, oftentimes unable to provide opportunities they fight so hard for others to enjoy, to their own children,” said Hayes. “I am pleased to introduce the Public Service Educational Assistance Act alongside Congressman Figures to honor the work of public servants and make it easier for their own families to pursue higher education."" “As someone who spent more than four decades in law enforcement, I know the sacrifices that come with a career dedicated to serving your community—not just for the individual wearing the badge, but for their entire family,” said Ezell. “The Public Service Educational Assistance Act recognizes that commitment by helping provide educational opportunities for the children of those who have devoted decades of their lives to public service. I’m proud to help introduce this legislation to support the families of our law enforcement officers, first responders, educators, and others who dedicate their careers to serving their neighbors.” This legislation establishes a federal education assistance program covering the full cost of postsecondary education and training opportunities – including those enrolled in trade schools and vocational programs – for the dependents of educators, first responders, and social workers who have completed at least 20 years of qualifying service. This bill is endorsed by the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, the National Association of Social Workers, the International Association of Fire Fighters, and the Major Cities Chiefs Association.",1,2026-09-25T10:04:52Z,2026-09-25T10:05:46Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-champions-senator-jon-husteds-ratepayer-protection-act-continues-call-to-codify-president-trumps-ratepayer-protection-pledge/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Champions Senator Jon Husted’s Ratepayer Protection Act, Continues Call to Codify President Trump’s Ratepayer Protection Pledge",2026-09-24,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) is continuing her push to codify President Trump’s Ratepayer Protection Pledge. This week, she cosponsored Senator Jon Husted’s (R-Ohio) Ratepayer Protection Act to lower energy prices for Alabamians and ensure families and small businesses aren’t left paying for the energy infrastructure needed to support new data centers. “No family, business, or ratepayer in Alabama should subsidize data centers. President Trump took a bold first step in announcing a Ratepayer Protection Pledge to not only ensure America continues to beat China in the AI race, but also, importantly, to protect consumers. This legislation already passed the House of Representatives with a resounding bipartisan vote, and the Senate must act urgently so we can get this to the President’s desk and signed into law,” said Senator Britt. The Ratepayer Protection Act would require state utility commissions to consider establishing separate rate standards for large electricity users—such as data centers—when considering integrating them onto the grid. It ensures those customers, not families or small businesses, pay for the power generation, transmission lines, and other infrastructure needed to serve their facilities. Without those protections, utilities can shift those costs onto ratepayers through higher monthly electricity bills. In March of 2026, Senator Britt joined President Trump at a White House roundtable to discuss the Ratepayer Protection Pledge. Since then, she has been a leader in calling for Congress to codify President Trump’s pledge. The Ratepayer Protection Act would codify key elements of that pledge. The Senator has discussed energy affordability with other members of the Trump Administration, including Energy Secretary Chris Wright. In a Senate Appropriations hearing earlier this year, she noted, “We have to keep that compute power advantage. That is critically important … But in the larger conversation, as we have talked about this, we want to make sure that that advantage and the cost of that doesn’t actually fall on families’ power bills.” Media coverage of Senator Britt’s efforts can be viewed below: Britt: Congress should turn Trump’s data center pledge into law Katie Britt backs Trump’s Ratepayer Protection Pledge in national data center conflict Britt talks data center accountability, defends Trump admin ratepayer pledge Katie Britt backs data centers but supports Trump effort to ‘protect ratepayers’ Britt stakes out middle ground on Alabama data centers, rejects moratorium and ‘every corner’ approach Britt wants to find a middle way on data centers ###",1,2026-09-25T10:04:52Z,2026-09-25T10:05:46Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-highlights-flock-camera-concerns-supports-law-enforcement-during-senate-judiciary-subcommittee-hearing/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Highlights Flock Camera Concerns, Supports Law Enforcement During Senate Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing",2026-09-24,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) recently discussed automatic license plate readers (ALPR), like Flock Safety cameras, during a Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism hearing, including her concerns over the misuse of this technology and how, when properly utilized, they can be used as tools to combat crime and support law enforcement. This hearing comes on the same week that Senators Britt and Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) sent a letter to Attorney General Todd Blanche urging the Department of Justice (DOJ) to provide state and local law enforcement agencies with guidance on how to prevent the misuse of ALPRs. Senator Britt began her line of questioning by acknowledging the recent public interest in Flock cameras: “Obviously, this is an important topic, and it’s received a great deal of public attention in the last couple of weeks … I think two things can be true at the same time. One, we want to keep and make sure that our law enforcement officers have what they need to keep America safe … But we must, we must, protect people’s Fourth Amendment rights. And when we’re looking at this, I want to make sure that we’re kind of looking at the total picture.” Senator Britt continued, discussing her recent efforts on the misuse of ALPR technology: “Senator Warnock and I came together and wrote a letter … We talked about our great concern over the widespread reports that there was misuse regarding these automatic license plate readers. In here we talk about many of the good things that we think have resulted, but ultimately believe that appropriate safeguards are necessary to protect against the unauthorized access and abuse that has come to light.” She then questioned one of the witnesses on the panel, Sheriff Ross Teeple, asking him, “When we’re looking at cases in Alabama, we kind of dug in and took a look at what we were seeing there. We saw that there were missing children, endangered persons, runaway kidnappings, that this has helped locate that person and bring them home. Also, more recently, someone, an older adult with dementia and ultimately getting them home. However, you know, we’ve seen misuse and abuse in Alabama as well. When we’re looking at this emerging technology … We want to make sure that we get this right … You’ve obviously had access to this … Can you highlight what you believe would be some legitimate uses of this technology and maybe something anecdotally that you’ve seen it help actually solve with regards to safety and security of the people that you serve?” Sheriff Teeple recounted a recent tragic story, noting, “There was an aggressive driver that ran a young lady’s vehicle and pushed her into oncoming traffic. And she died, unfortunately. And we found him because of an automatic license plate reader.” The Senator then discussed with Sheriff Teeple the recommended guidelines for Flock cameras recently issued by the National Sheriffs’ Association and other law enforcement groups. Sheriff Teeple remarked, “One of the biggest ones is you can read right in there is taking still images of license plates, not live streaming, not taking video, taking still images of license plates for use of that data alone.” Senator Britt responded, noting, “I think when you’re looking to some of the reports that we’ve heard about people, whether it’s domestic violence victims, whether it’s gun owners, everything in between, this technology being utilized to harass and or track someone is absolutely, completely unacceptable. We’ve got to figure out how we can do this the right way. And based on your experience from what you’re telling me, is there are some guidelines, there are some things that we could be doing that we’re not doing now, that we could demand, that would ensure that one of the things that we’ve talked about in this letter and that I hope, Mr. Chair, I hope you get an opportunity to look at it, is making sure that DOJ does its part in all of this. We’ve asked for the proper oversight, the proper guidance, and we hope that state and local law enforcement officers will get that because something has to be done here.” You can view the Senator’s full line of questioning here. ###",1,2026-09-25T10:04:52Z,2026-09-25T10:05:46Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senators-katie-britt-ted-budd-tim-kaine-colleagues-advocate-for-release-of-religious-prisoners-held-in-china/,"U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Ted Budd, Tim Kaine, Colleagues Advocate for Release of Religious Prisoners Held in China",2026-09-24,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), and a bipartisan group of their colleagues this week led a bipartisan letter to President Trump encouraging the administration to continue raising concerns with the People’s Republic of China (PRC) at this week’s meeting in Washington, D.C., on the persecution of religious groups in China, specifically pastors and religious minorities being unjustly held simply because of their faith. “The United States should continue to promote international religious freedom by calling on the Government of the People’s Republic of China to end its harassment and persecution of members of religious organizations, unconditionally release all unjustly detained political prisoners imprisoned for exercising their right to freedom of religious belief, and ensure that detainees who have not yet been released are treated humanely,” wrote the Senators. The letter highlights the persecution of ethnic and religious minority groups such as Tibetan Buddhists, Christians, Uyghur Muslims, and Falun Gong practitioners. In May, President Trump successfully secured the release of Pastor Ezra Jin following conversations with President Xi Jinping at the U.S.-China Summit in Beijing. In this letter, senators are now urging President Trump to specifically raise the cases of Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Pastor Tang Bingyi of Light of Zion Church, and the eight remaining members of Zion Church—Gao Yingjia, Wang Lin, Yin Huibin, Wang Zhong, Wang Cong, Liu Zhenbin, Lin Shucheng, and Wu Qiuyu at the U.S.-China Summit in Washington. You can read the full text of the letter here. Senator Britt is a proud champion of religious freedom and believes it is an unalienable, God-given right. In March of 2026, the Senator advocated for the release of Pastor Ezra Jin who was detained by the PRC and supported a previous successful effort to free 13 Christians who were wrongfully persecuted by the Nicaraguan regime, saying, “Those who dedicate their lives to preaching the Gospel and advancing God’s Kingdom should be celebrated, not persecuted.” ###",1,2026-09-25T10:04:52Z,2026-09-25T10:05:46Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senators-katie-britt-ted-cruz-introduce-legislation-to-improve-management-of-double-crested-cormorants/,"U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Ted Cruz Introduce Legislation to Improve Management of Double-Crested Cormorants",2026-09-24,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Ted Cruz (R-Texas) introduced the Responsible Cormorant Management and Control Act of 2026. The legislation requires the Secretary of the Interior to develop regional management frameworks for the take of double-crested cormorants. “Alabama’s catfish farmers play a crucial role in our state’s economy and put food on the table for hardworking families. We should be taking every step to ensure their continued success. Cormorants pose a significant threat to catfish populations, and that’s why I’m proud to join Senator Cruz in introducing this legislation to streamline burdensome regulations and bolster states’ abilities to work with the Department of the Interior to protect this critical industry,” said Senator Britt “Excessive double-crested cormorant populations are harming fisheries, aquaculture operations, and private waters across Texas. This bill gives Texans the tools they need to responsibly manage these populations,” said Senator Cruz. U.S. Representative Tim Walberg (R-Mich.) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. “Our fisheries are essential to our nation’s economy, outdoor recreation, and cultural heritage. Recreational fishing across the United States generates significant economic benefit, supporting jobs and tourism-driven economies nationwide. When double crested cormorant populations grow beyond sustainable levels, they can significantly deplete fish stocks. This legislation ensures we have a responsible, science driven framework to protect the health of our fisheries,” said Representative Walberg. The introduction of this legislation builds on Senator Britt’s work to protect Alabama’s catfish industry. She has successfully advocated to the U.S. Department of Agriculture to purchase $20 million worth of farm-raised catfish products and has previously introduced the Cormorant Relief Act to protect catfish ponds. You can read the full text of the bill here. ###",1,2026-09-25T10:04:52Z,2026-09-25T10:05:46Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-introduces-bill-putting-american-workers-first-overhauling-americas-immigration-system/,"Tuberville Introduces Bill Putting American Workers First, Overhauling America’s Immigration System",2026-09-24,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) introduced the Americans First Immigration Act which would overhaul the nation’s legal immigration system by prioritizing American workers, strengthening the nuclear family, and ensuring newcomers are selected based solely on merit. “Our current immigration system does little to evaluate the type of people we let in — it’s a free-for-all,” said Sen. Tuberville. “Coming to the United States is a privilege, and we need to ensure that anyone immigrating to our country is willing to go by our laws and contribute to our society. We can’t allow this current system to continue prioritizing foreign workers who aren’t willing to assimilate to our values. I’m proud to introduce the Americans First Immigration Act to end disastrous diversity lotteries and instead shift toa merit-based admissions process. I’ll keep fighting to put AMERICANS first.” “My bill draws a hard line – the days of putting illegals, random diversity lotteries, and foreign labor ahead of American workers are over,” said Rep. Barry Moore. “Our immigration system should serve the American people, not undercut them, and that means selecting individuals who will strengthen our economy, respect our laws, and share our values. If you want to come to the United States, you should earn it through merit, not diversity lotteries or loopholes. The Americans First Immigration Act restores fairness and accountability by protecting American jobs, prioritizing the nuclear family, and ensuring that every immigrant admitted is prepared to contribute and succeed. This legislation is about putting American citizens first and taking back control of our nation’s future.” “The Americans First Immigration Act is groundbreaking legislation that will end mass immigration and reorient our green card system to serve the national interest. We are in the midst of the longest wave of mass immigration in American history, rooted in random selection and chain migration. Decades of broken promises have produced a system that gives away green cards through a lottery and prioritizes extended-family relationships over skills – and American workers and taxpayers have paid the price. It’s long past time that we overhaul our green card system to put Americans first. The Americans First Immigration Act will restore the promise and purpose of immigration by promoting economic opportunity and self-sufficiency, and in the process, will result in saving taxpayer dollars, increasing wages and enhancing opportunities for Americans,” said Michael Hough, Co-President of NumbersUSA. “America has suffered under an immigration system that virtually ignores merit while selecting immigrants based on random lotteries and extended family ties for years. The result has been a mass influx of less-skilled, lower-wage-earning newcomers who are more likely to use public welfare programs and drain taxpayer dollars. The Americans First Immigration Act, if passed, would deliver long-overdue reform by prioritizing immigrants based on skill and merit, and helping ensure that individuals who truly represent the best and brightest and who truly want to become Americans are invited to join our nation. This benefits all Americans,” said Chad Wolf, Chair of Homeland Security & Immigration, America First Policy Institute. “The Americans First Immigration Act will help stop the massive inflow of cheap, low-wage foreign workers that directly harms America’s poor, and instead create a merit-based one that rewards education, skills, and self-sufficiency, ultimately benefiting the U.S. economy. Our immigration system should be built around improving America, instead of rewarding immigrants based on family relationships or random lotteries. Simply put, the legislation prioritizes the interests of the American people, instead of corporate interest groups, and creates a strong legal immigration system that is long overdue,” said Ken Cuccinelli, Senior Fellow for Immigration and Homeland Security, Center of Renewing America. “Securing our border and restoring fairness to our immigration system is a top priority for the American people. We currently have an outdated system of chain migration and random lotteries, our workforce gets flooded with cheap, low-skilled labor at the expense of American workers, and our welfare programs get drained by illegal aliens who abuse the system. The Americans First Immigration Act would finally turn our immigration system to one based on merit. Americans should have a say in who stays in America. Now with this bill, they will,” said Ashley Hayek, President, America First Works. “Since the passage of the Immigration Act of 1965, chain migration has driven immigration to historic levels. These extended family members are allowed to permanently immigrate to the U.S. without any consideration of their skills, their ability to be self-sufficient, or desire to assimilate. By eliminating chain migration and implementing a merit-based immigration system, the Americans First Immigration Act would make landmark reforms that moderate the overall level of immigration and finally place the interests of Americans first,” said Julie Kirchner, Senior Advisor, Homeland Security & Immigration, America First Policy Institute. Representative Barry Moore (R-AL-01) introducing companion legislation in the House of Representatives earlier this year. NumbersUSA, America First Policy Institute, Center for Renewing America, and America First Works endorsed the bill. Read full text of the bill here. BACKGROUND: The America First Immigration Act replaces outdated and arbitrary policies with a system rooted in merit, accountability, and economic strength. The legislation eliminates the Diversity Visa Lottery and replaces it with a modern, points-based model that rewards skill, education, English proficiency, and high-value job offers. This legislation also narrows family-sponsored immigration to refocus our system on the nuclear family while strengthening protections for American workers by requiring employers to recruit domestically first and pay fair wages. Specifically, the America First Immigration Act would: End the Diversity Visa Lottery and replacing randomness with a merit-based system. Prioritize the nuclear family by limiting family-sponsored immigration to spouses and minor children. Create a points-based immigration system that rewards education, English proficiency, high-paying job offers, military service, and extraordinary achievement. Require employers to recruit American workers first and ensure foreign labor does not displace U.S. workers. Require applicants to affirm constitutional principles and reject un-American practices such as honor killings and female genital mutilation. Preserve a capped allocation for religious workers while eliminating lower-priority pathways. Require public colleges and universities to charge non-permanent residents at least the out-of-state tuition rate. Streamline legal immigration to focus on long-term economic contribution and assimilation. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-09-25T10:04:52Z,2026-09-25T10:05:46Z https://sewell.house.gov/2026/9/rep-sewell-accepting-applications-for-military-service-academy-nominations,Rep. Sewell Accepting Applications for Military Service Academy Nominations,2026-09-23,2026,2026-09,Democrat,House,AL,Terri A. Sewell,S001185,sewell.house.gov,sewell,https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"The offices of Rep. Sewell and Senator Britt will host a joint information session on Tuesday, September 29 at the Marion Military Institute Birmingham, AL — Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced that her office is now accepting applications from eligible students in Alabama’s 7th Congressional District seeking nominations to attend one of the nation’s military service academies. “Nominating young people from Alabama’s 7th Congressional District to attend our nation’s military service academies is one of my most rewarding responsibilities as a Member of Congress,” said Rep. Sewell. “Our service academies offer an exceptional education, unparalleled leadership development, and the opportunity to serve our country. I encourage all eligible students who are committed to public service and interested in pursuing this path to apply. I look forward to supporting the next generation of Alabama leaders as they answer the call to serve.” To be considered for a nomination, applicants must meet the eligibility requirements established by law and be legally domiciled within the boundaries of Alabama’s 7th Congressional District. As of July 1 of the year of admission, applicants must be at least 17 years old but not yet 23, be a U.S. citizen, be unmarried, not be pregnant, and have no legal obligation to support children or other dependents. Applicants must also meet the academic, medical, and physical requirements established by the academy to which they are applying. Students seeking a congressional nomination must complete the nomination process through Rep. Sewell’s office in addition to completing the admissions application for the service academy or academies they wish to attend. A completed nomination packet includes the required application materials, standardized test scores, three letters of recommendation, a high school transcript, and an official college transcript, if applicable. Applicants are encouraged to include their academic achievements, extracurricular activities, leadership experience, awards, honors, and other accomplishments. Completed nomination applications must be submitted to Rep. Sewell’s Birmingham office and postmarked no later than Wednesday, November 18, 2026. Office of Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell Attn: Military Service Academy Nominations Two 20th Street North, Suite 1130 Birmingham, AL 35203 Following the application deadline, a selection committee will review completed applications and conduct interviews before making recommendations for nominations. Receiving a congressional nomination does not guarantee admission to a service academy; the academy itself makes the final determination regarding appointments. There are five U.S. service academies: the United States Military Academy at West Point, the United States Naval Academy, the United States Air Force Academy, the United States Merchant Marine Academy, and the United States Coast Guard Academy. Congressional nominations are required for all except the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, which conducts its own admissions process. Service Academy Information Session To help students and their families learn more about the service academy admissions and congressional nomination process, the offices of Congresswoman Terri Sewell and Senator Katie Britt will host an information session on Tuesday, September 29, at the Marion Military Institute. Tuesday, September 29, 2026 Registration: 4:00 p.m. | Program Begins: 5:00 p.m. Marion Military Institute Special Events Room of the Mess Hall 1101 Washington Street Marion, AL 36756",1,2026-09-24T09:44:48Z,2026-09-24T09:45:52Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senators-katie-britt-raphael-warnock-send-letter-to-doj-urging-flock-camera-guardrails/,"U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Raphael Warnock Send Letter to DOJ Urging Flock Camera Guardrails",2026-09-23,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) sent a letter to Attorney General Todd Blanche urging the Department of Justice (DOJ) to provide state and local law enforcement agencies with guidance on how to prevent the misuse of automatic license plate readers (ALPR), like Flock Safety cameras. “Flock cameras have proven to be a valuable tool for law enforcement in keeping our communities safe. While I support the technology’s aim, I also believe commonsense safeguards can prevent misuse by a small number of bad actors. That’s why I look forward to working with Senator Warnock alongside the Department of Justice to ensure this technology is used responsibly by our law enforcement officers,” said Senator Britt. ALPR cameras capture the plate, make, model, and color of passing cars. The cameras are used by law enforcement agencies across the country to find stolen vehicles, locate missing people, and investigate other crimes. The Senators’ letter comes amidst growing national concern over the misuse of ALPR technology. “We are deeply concerned about the misuse of ALPR systems and believe that appropriate safeguards are necessary to protect against unauthorized access and abuse, including by individuals who might misuse the technology to stalk and harass their victims. We also want to ensure that funding of these technologies is paired with appropriate oversight to ensure that the funding is not used to facilitate such abuse,” wrote the Senators. Senator Britt prioritizes responsible technological innovation. She has pushed for increased guardrails for minors regarding AI, social media, and gambling, and she leads numerous pieces of legislation in the Senate, including , the GUARD Act, Stop the Scroll Act, and the GAME Act. She continues to fight for the privacy and safety of Americans, in addition to ensuring America continues to lead the AI race against China. You can read the full letter here. ###",1,2026-09-24T09:44:48Z,2026-09-24T09:45:52Z https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-vat-chairman-robert-aderholt-calls-china-release-political,House VAT Chairman Robert Aderholt Calls on China to Release Political Prisoners,2026-09-22,2026,2026-09,Republican,House,AL,Robert B. Aderholt,A000055,aderholt.house.gov,aderholt,https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C – Congressman Robert Aderholt, Chairman of the House Values Action Team (VAT), calls for the immediate release of political prisoners ahead of Chairman Xi Jinping’s visit to the United States. “The Chinese Communist Party’s detention of many political prisoners, including Dr. Gulshan Abbas, Jimmy Lai, Ilham Tohti, and unjustly imprisoned members of the Zion Beijing Church, the ‘Zion 8,’ is an offense against freedom and international human rights,” said Chairman Aderholt. “The United States must stand and speak up for people of faith everywhere in the world and I call for their immediate release.” “Earlier this summer, I had the honor of meeting Pastor Ezra Jin, who was arrested and imprisoned by the CCP for over 250 days for preaching the Gospel before his release in early July. While we celebrate that Pastor Jin is now free and has been reunited with his family in the United States, China’s unjust persecution of other leaders continues.” The “Zion 8” church members who remain in Chinese custody include Wang Lin, Yin Huibin, Gao Yingjia, Wang Cong, Wu Qiuyu, Elder Wang Zhong, Lin Shucheng, and Liu Zhenbin. Dr. Gulshan Abbas is a Uyghur doctor who has been unjustly imprisoned since 2018. Mr. Jimmy Lai remains unjustly imprisoned after 6 years. And Mr. Ilham Tohti, who was awarded the Sakharov Prize in absentia in 2019, has been unjustly imprisoned for 12 years. “President Trump’s meeting with Chairman Xi this week offers a critical opportunity to address the Chinese Communist Party’s persecution of people of faith and request the immediate release of the leaders still detained. The United States will always stand up for those persecuted by the CCP for their religious and political views.”",1,2026-09-23T09:45:16Z,2026-09-23T09:46:14Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-applauds-u-s-department-of-educations-latest-investments-in-alabamas-historically-black-colleges-and-universities-and-historically-black-community-colleges/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Applauds U.S. Department of Education’s Latest Investments in Alabama’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Historically Black Community Colleges,2026-09-22,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today applauded the U.S. Department of Education’s latest investmentsin Alabama’s historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and historically black community colleges (HBCCs). The Department of Education announced a one-time investment of more than $174 million in new funding for HBCUs and HBCCs, reflecting the Trump Administration’s continued commitment to supporting the advancement of these important institutions and investing in communities across the nation. Alabama, which is home to the most HBCUs in the country, received a total of $21,259,618 in funding. A breakdown can be seen below: Alabama A&M University – $2,831,147 Alabama State University – $2,873,624 Bishop State Community College (CA) – $250,000 Bishop State Community College (MA) – $1,947,586 Gadsden State Community College – $500,000 J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College – $947,755 Lawson State Community College – $2,120,333 Miles College – $1,250,191 Oakwood University – $1,199,509 Shelton State Community College (Fredd Campus) – $1,161,241 Stillman College – $1,512,947 Talladega College – $1,516,171 Trenholm State Community College – $1,381,133 Tuskegee University – $1,767,981 Senator Britt released the following statement after the announcement: “Alabama is home to some of the finest HBCUs and HBCCs in the nation, and the standard of excellence they produce makes these investments well-deserved. I’m proud to be a champion of Alabama’s HBCUs in the Senate, securing funding through my role on the Senate Appropriations Committee, and raising their needs directly with Secretary McMahon. I will continue to fight for these outstanding institutions, and I’m thrilled to see President Trump and Secretary McMahon continue to invest in HBCUs and HBCCs at a historic rate.” Senator Britt, a member of the HBCU caucus, recently introduced the bipartisan HBCU Research Capacity Act, which would streamline federal funding opportunities for HBCUs. In June 2025, she publicly highlighted Alabama’s HBCUs to Secretary McMahon and questioned the Secretary on funding for HBCUs in the President’s Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) budget. The Senator, a former trustee of Stillman College, has directly secured nearly $15 million in funding for Alabama’s HBCUs and HBCCs, including more than $12 million to re-launch Tuskegee University’s historic Aviation and Aerospace Technology program. Tuskegee University awarded her an honorary doctorate in November of 2025 for her work. She also secured $60 million in funding for the 1890 Scholars Program through the Working Families Tax Cut Act. She secured critical funding to support all 1890 institutions in the FY26 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, including $21.5 million for facility improvements; 89 million for research initiatives; $30 million for education grants; $10 million for scholarships; and more. ###",1,2026-09-23T09:45:16Z,2026-09-23T09:46:14Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-introduces-hard-cap-amendment-to-protect-college-sports-act-of-2026/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Introduces Hard Cap Amendment to Protect College Sports Act of 2026,2026-09-22,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), along with Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), today introduced an amendment to the Protect College Sports Act of 2026. The amendment would explicitly clarify that funds paid to athletes for their name, image, and likeness (NIL) by separate entities associated with an institution, such as a collective, count against that institution’s revenue share cap. “Every school should play by the same rules. While this bill attempts to clarify that associated entity deals count against the cap, my amendment leaves no ambiguity and supports competitive fairness in college sports. The House settlement was clear on setting a hard cap on an institution’s revenue sharing with student-athletes, and this amendment ensures the hard cap is enforceable. I’m hopeful Chairman Cruz and Ranking Member Cantwell will consider this critical effort as we continue to strengthen this legislation and protect college sports for generations to come,” said Senator Britt. The House v. NCAA settlement established a hard cap on an institution’s revenue share of $21.3 million per year. However, payments by separate entities associated with an institution do not count towards an institution’s cap. This is why some college football programs currently have rosters costing upwards of $40 to $50 million, despite a nominal cap of $21.3 million being in place. The Senators’ amendment would make clear that institutions can’t utilize separate entities to circumvent the revenue share cap and, as a result, ensure that this is an enforceable, actual hard cap. Senator Britt has been an advocate for ensuring the Protect College Sports Act of 2026 is the strongest possible bill prior to a vote in the Senate on final passage. Last week, she secured an amendment to change the disaffiliation requirement for a school changing conferences from five years to three years, with an eventual sunset on this requirement six years after enactment of this legislation. In a statement on her amendment she secured last week, Senator Britt noted that, “Without this change, if a school wanted to switch conferences, they would need to sit out five years as an independent. The threat of zero conference revenue for that amount of time would preclude almost every institution from ever being able to make a move, meaning they would always be at the mercy of their respective conference. While I don’t foresee our schools ever leaving the SEC, I certainly don’t want federal law to essentially handcuff them. The institutions that make up a conference should drive its direction, not the other way around. The sunset will allow for immediate stability and then will ultimately allow the free market to work. This is a significant improvement to the bill and will benefit schools across the country, not just in Alabama.” ###",1,2026-09-23T09:45:16Z,2026-09-23T09:46:14Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-introduces-tier-act-to-modernize-outdated-bank-regulatory-thresholds/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Introduces TIER Act to Modernize Outdated Bank Regulatory Thresholds,2026-09-22,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"Legislation would ensure key regulatory thresholds keep pace with economic growth WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), a member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, today introduced the Tailoring and Indexing Enhanced Regulations (TIER) Act, legislation to modernize outdated asset-based thresholds in federal banking law and ensure the nation’s regulatory framework keeps pace with economic growth. “Bank regulation should be based on an institution’s actual size, complexity, and risk, not on arbitrary thresholds that become increasingly outdated with every passing year,” said Senator Britt. “When our economy grows but these thresholds remain frozen in place, banks can be pushed into regulatory categories that Congress never intended for them to be simply because of economic growth. The TIER Act provides a commonsense solution that preserves strong safety and soundness standards while ensuring our regulatory framework remains appropriately tailored and grounded in economic reality. Ultimately, that means greater certainty for financial institutions and more opportunity for them to invest in families, small businesses, and communities across Alabama and our nation.” Many of the asset thresholds Congress established to tailor enhanced federal banking regulations are fixed dollar amounts that do not automatically keep pace with the U.S. economy. As banks grow alongside the economy, they can cross these thresholds and become subject to significantly more complex and costly regulatory requirements even when their relative size, business model, and risk have not meaningfully changed, which can result in unnecessary consequences for families and businesses. The TIER Act addresses both the growth that has already occurred and future economic growth. The legislation would make a one-time adjustment to certain key statutory thresholds to reflect historical economic growth and would then establish a process for periodically updating covered thresholds going forward. When banks are required to hold additional capital solely because they have crossed an outdated regulatory threshold, that is capital they cannot fully put to work elsewhere in the economy. It can reduce banks’ capacity to make loans to small businesses, finance mortgages and car purchases, and support investment in local communities. The TIER Act would help ensure regulatory requirements remain aligned with an institution’s actual size and risk, preserving strong safeguards while allowing more capital to support Alabama families and businesses. The TIER Act would also require the Federal Reserve to evaluate whether nominal gross domestic product or the Consumer Price Index is the more appropriate measure for each covered threshold and periodically adjust those thresholds to reflect future economic growth. Together, the one-time catch-up and prospective indexing are designed to prevent statutory thresholds from remaining fixed indefinitely as the economy grows. The Senate TIER Act builds on the TIER Act provisions included in the House-passed Main Street Capital Access Act, led by House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill (R-Ark.) and Financial Institutions Subcommittee Chairman Andy Barr (R-Ky.). The Main Street Capital Access Act passed the House on July 21 by a 270-155-1 vote. The House-passed legislation established a framework for periodically updating regulatory thresholds as the economy grows. The Senate legislation maintains that forward-looking approach while restoring a one-time adjustment for historical economic growth that was included in the original House proposal. Senator Britt has consistently advocated for a regulatory framework tailored to a financial institution’s size, complexity, and risk. In July, she raised directly with Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh the need to modernize outdated tailoring frameworks and provide greater regulatory certainty as banks grow alongside the economy. Chair Warsh agreed on the importance of modernizing the regulatory framework and appropriately tailoring rules. Senator Britt looks forward to continuing to work with Chair Warsh and hopes the Federal Reserve will build on that commitment by ensuring key regulatory thresholds keep pace with economic growth. ###",1,2026-09-23T09:45:16Z,2026-09-23T09:46:14Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-warns-of-disturbing-trend-of-violence-within-so-called-transgender-movement/,Tuberville Warns of Disturbing Trend of Violence Within So-Called ‘Transgender’ Movement,2026-09-22,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) took to the Senate floor to warn about a disturbing trend of violence among members of the so-called “transgender” movement. In his floor speech, Sen. Tuberville called gender confusion a mental illness and accused Democrat-Socialists of promoting “gender-affirming care” instead of helping struggling individuals get the help they desperately need. Read excerpts from the speech below or watch on YouTube or Rumble. “I’ve come to the floor today to talk about the rise in violence coming from people who the Left refers to as transgender. I’ve come to the floor many times in the last six years to talk about the issue of men competing in women sports. Well, this is a very serious issue and one that I fought hard against every day since I’ve been in the Senate. I think it’s time we have a broader conversation about the serious gender confusion mental illness that is taking over this country. I’m not going to use the Leftists’ preferred terminology of ‘transgender’ because it implies that it is possible for a person to change their God-given sex, which it is not. Here’s the truth. From the beginning of time of humans on this earth, there are two genders, male and female. So, I will call these people what they are: gender confused. Unfortunately, this gender confused mental illness is on the rise in our society today, and it is very, very concerning. You know, for decades, the radical Left Democrat-Socialists have ignored science and brainwashed our young people into believing that you can change your gender by changing your clothes, getting on some hormone-altering medications, or God forbid undergoing some crazy surgery. You know, it’s ironic that the same people who worship Anthony Fauci and lived by the motto ‘follow the science’ during the COVID-19 epidemic are the same ones today who are now ignoring the science when it comes to the horrific, life-altering consequences of hormone therapy and so-called ‘gender affirming care’ on young kids. These mentally-ill, woke liberals think that if you were born a man, you can go under the knife and be magically transformed into a woman. And if you’re born a woman, you can somehow be turned into a man. You know, these people will look you straight in the face—and they have since I’ve been here—and tell you that men can have babies. It is pure insanity. What’s going on in this country? I heard from one of the members of my staff recently who is pregnant and she was asked by her OBGYN what her gender is. Have we lost our minds? Obviously, if you’re pregnant, you are a woman. But this is where the woke mind virus has taken our society. It hasn’t always been this way. For thousands of years, society accepted that there were two genders and you can’t magically switch between the two. But over the past several decades, the Democrat-Socialists have been orchestrating a plan to destroy this country by slowly chipping away at the Christian values that have made this country great. And I wanna be clear about this—gender confusion—it is not normal. It is a cry for help, and our society needs to stop affirming people who are suffering from this mental illness. You know, for years, the gender confused have been told that they’ll finally be happy if they get treatment that will help them transition to the opposite sex. For years, our healthcare system has taken advantage of their mental illness. Getting people to pay tens of thousands of dollars for expensive medications and irreversible surgeries. All while lying about the negative side effects sex-change surgeries and medications have on their patients’ physical and mental health forever. Not just a short time—but forever. For example, doctors often [fail to] tell young people who are gender confused about the fact that these life altering procedures leave them sterile and unable to experience any form of intimacy in the long term. They fail to tell them that. And in some cases, doctors don’t even tell parents that their underage kid [is] undergoing these dangerous procedures, and they go behind the parents backs. How crazy is that? It is the highest form of medical malpractice. Every single one of these doctors should have their medical licenses revoked and should spend the rest of their lives in prison. Not to mention the fact that many times, gender-confused people go through these surgeries and hormonal treatments and end up in the long run, they regret it. So, I’ve heard from young women like Chloe Cole who was gender confused in her teenage years and underwent a double mastectomy at age 15, only to be filled with regret years later after she got help and came to some of her senses about who she really was. But she will have to deal with this physical consequence of her actions at age 15 for the rest of her life. It’s heartbreaking. It’s so tragic that we’re normalizing child sex change [mutilation]. It’s tragic. […] This is child abuse and unacceptable. We’re doing no favors to anybody by tip-toeing through this issue. And that’s the reason I’m here today. It is past time that we have a national conversation about this serious mental health crisis that is causing this widespread gender confusion. In 2024, it was found that more than 300,000 teenagers ages 13 to 17 struggled with their gender confusion—300,000. Gender-confused people have one of the highest suicide rates among mental illnesses, the highest. Data shows that roughly 61% of gender-confused students have thought about suicide and 30% have attempted suicide. That is significantly higher than the general population. Gender confusion is an extremely serious mental problem that our society better start addressing. Unfortunately, these gender-confused individuals aren’t just harming themselves They’re also turning into violent people and hurting other people. In 2022, a study found that youth who identify as gender confused are at the highest risk of becoming violently radicalized. You don’t have to look long to see disturbing examples across our country. A recent case that comes to mind is the alleged assassin of my friend, Charlie Kirk. His name is Tyler Robinson. The investigation into Tyler Robinson revealed that he was living with a man, his lover, who is a gender-confused [individual] and was going by the pronouns of ‘she/her.’ Tyler himself was involved in transgender, furry culture—a bizarre subset of transgenderism where people are sexually attracted and frequently dress up as animals. It’s no wonder this lunatic went after Charlie Kirk. Charlie spent his career going from college campus to college campus trying to reach students who were indoctrinated by the radical Left ideology with the truth. Charlie often spoke about his faith and advocated for traditional marriage and a growing family while denouncing the woke mind virus—specifically the idea that you can change your gender. It was common for Charlie to oppose gender confusion during these debates, but he did it in a respectable way. I recently saw a video of Charlie Kirk interacting with a gender-confused person during one of his campus tours. The person, who is a female, told Charlie that she is a transgender male and asked Charlie, […] ‘I need some advice on this subject.’ I’m sure she was expecting a very different response that what she got. Charlie looked at this young woman and said, ‘I encourage you to work on what’s going on in your brain. My prayer for you is that I want you to feel comfortable in the way that you were born. I think that with the right team and the right people, you don’t have to wage war on your own body. You can learn to love yourself and your body.’ His response was so filled with compassion for this young woman that everybody was moved to tears. Charlie was exactly right. We don’t need to enable these people who are clearly struggling with gender confusion, but we need to encourage them to get help for what is clearly a very serious mental health problem. He never became violent toward college students—Charlie didn’t—who disagreed with him. […] His goal was to simply have a debate with these people hoping the truth would be revealed to them, and yet a gender-confused person assassinated him for what he believed. In fact, the bullets found on the scene that had DNA evidence matching Tyler Robinson had various engravings on them that are associated with the transgender culture. After the assassination of Charlie Kirk, gender-confused people celebrated his death. Now, what would cause people to celebrate the death of a father, a husband, and beloved public figure who positively impacted the lives of millions of people? Two words: mental illness. But that’s not the only story of a gender-confused person committing violence against others. Thomas Crooks, the lunatic who shot President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, in July 2024 was also [involved] in online transgender furry culture and apparently used ‘they/them’ pronouns. While there are still a lot of questions surrounding what happened that day in Butler, we do know that this young man seemed to be at least somewhat involved in the gender-confused cult. In 2023, a gender-confused shooter walked into a Christian school in Nashville, Tennessee, killing three nine-year-olds and three adults in a Christian school. This person—a woman—identified as a man and wrote in her diary that, ‘This female gender role makes me not want to exist.’ The level of mental anguish she was going through apparently led her to take her anger out on innocent kids. In 2019, a different gender-confused high school student walked into his high school and killed a fellow student and injured eight others. His reason for committing this heinous act was because no one was willing to pretend with him that he was a woman. They refused to do it. He was, in fact, a man. And earlier this year, a gender-confused father opened fire at his family during a high school hockey game. This gender-confused man killed his wife and his son and then took his own life. Reports indicate that this man had prior family disputes over his insistence that he was a woman and not a man. Like any normal family, they rejected the notion that he could magically and unscientifically turn himself into a woman. Because his family told the truth, he decided to kill them and himself. Additionally, a video game was created a few years ago that featured a gender-confused hero who shoots people, including priests, who refuse to go along with the gender confused mental illness. The video game allows people to ‘unleash pent-up fury upon gender-critical tyrants with an arsenal of deadly weapons.’ This is absolutely sickening. It is clear that this gender confusion is a mental illness plaguing our society, and there is significant overlap between people who are gender confused and the furry community. Research shows that 25% percent of furries are gender confused, and it’s more evidence of our society going to heck in a hand basket when we have stuff like this going on. What’s more concerning is that this [mentally-unwell] furry community touts the fact that many—listen to this—that many airline pilots, flight attendants, and air traffic controllers are part of the furry community. Lord help us. It’s terrifying when you think about this. When you walk on to a commercial flight, it’s possible that the pilot flying your plane could have a deranged fetish of dressing up like an animal. You can’t make this up. It is in the best interests of our country to bring back mental institutions as a normal part of our society instead of sweeping it under the rug. Otherwise, we’re just sitting ducks until the next gender-confused person decides to show up at our churches or our schools and start committing acts of violence. It’s coming. So, why is the Democrat-Socialist party elevating these people who are clearly mentally deranged? Why is that happening? You know, Joe Biden had multiple gender-confused people working in high profile jobs in his administration. A lot of people didn’t know that. He had gender-confused people serving in the Department of Health and Human Services, Department of War, and Department of Energy. His actual Assistant Secretary of Health—Secretary of HEALTH—was a gender-confused individual. […] This is all part, unfortunately, of the Democrat-Socialists’ plans. They want to destroy every scientific fact and get rid of the absolute truth in this country. They don’t want you looking to God and the Bible for what is morally good or morally right. Instead, they want you looking to them for what is right or wrong. This is all about control folks. That’s what it is. That’s why for decades now that the Democrats have tried to destroy every morally good institution for their benefit. They’ve taken over our education system to brainwash our children with this woke mind virus. For decades, they’ve helped erode the sacred institution of marriage, telling people that marriage is a relic of the past or that raising a family is not worth it. The Democrat-Socialist alternative is to make you think that you can identify as whatever you want and society should accept it. Because of this lie, we’re seeing the younger generation that’s growing up now plagued with mental illness. The Left loves to preach to all of us about ‘kindness’ and ‘tolerance,’ but it is not kind to affirm the delusions of someone who is clearly struggling with mental illness. In fact, the kind thing to do is to sincerely encourage them to get help before they harm themselves and others. We must put a stop to gender confusion before more innocent people lose their lives.” Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-09-24T09:44:48Z,2026-09-24T09:45:52Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-husted-introduce-bill-to-prioritize-american-collegiate-athletes-over-international-student-athletes/,"Tuberville, Husted Introduce Bill to Prioritize American Collegiate Athletes Over International Student Athletes",2026-09-21,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Jon Husted (R-OH) in introducing the Training and Education for American Members in University Sports and Athletics (TEAM USA) Act. Their bill would protect opportunities for American student-athletes by limiting international student-athlete (ISA) participation to no more than 20% of each varsity sports team. “Playing sports on the collegiate level in America is an honor athletes spend years working toward,” said Sen. Tuberville. “Universities should be prioritizing AMERICAN students when giving out scholarships and building their rosters. Sadly, this is often not the case. NIL is continuing to incentivize foreign students to come to America and capitalize on our system. Saving sports should start and end with American athletes.” U.S. Representative Tim Walberg (R-MI-05) led the effort in the House of Representatives. Read full text of the bill here. BACKGROUND: Each year, NCAA Division I and II schools provide more than $4 billion in athletic scholarships to over 197,000 student-athletes. Since 2001, the number of ISAs receiving scholarships has nearly tripled, from approximately 8,945 to roughly 25,000 today. Only about 2% of American high school athletes receive an athletic scholarship. In several Division I sports, ISAs account for more than a third of participants, with some exceeding 60%. The TEAM USA Act would: Amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require colleges and universities participating in Title IV federal student aid programs to limit ISA participation to no more than 20% of each varsity team’s roster. Schools would also be required to report ISA participation on each team annually to the U.S. Department of Education and the applicable athletic association. Aim to strengthen the American Olympic development pipeline. At the 2024 Paris Olympics, 65% of Team USA were current, former or incoming NCAA student-athletes. However, of the 1,036 NCAA-affiliated athletes who competed in Paris, only 385 represented the United States, with the other 63% competing for other nations. Ensure that every team can roster at least 1 ISA if they so choose. Take effect beginning with the 2029-2030 academic year, to minimize disruption to current student athletes already on campus and to give schools and athletic programs time to adjust recruiting practices. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-09-22T09:42:49Z,2026-09-22T09:44:35Z https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-barry-moore-applauds-25-billion-trump-administration-investment-mobile,Rep. Barry Moore applauds $2.5 billion Trump Administration investment in Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project,2026-09-18,2026,2026-09,Republican,House,AL,Barry Moore,M001212,barrymoore.house.gov,barrymoore,https://barrymoore.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.- Today, Congressman Barry Moore (AL-01) applauded the U.S. Department of Transportation’s approval of up to $2.52 billion in federal financing for the I-10 Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project. “From day one of representing Alabama’s First District, this project has been a top priority for me,” said Congressman Moore. “Today marks a milestone that many Alabamians have waited decades to see. I appreciate President Trump, Secretary Duffy, Susie Wiles, the Alabama delegation, and our state and local partners for working with us to make this project a reality. This investment will improve travel across our region and strengthen the Gulf Coast for generations to come.” The approval provides the Alabama Toll Road, Bridge and Tunnel Authority with access to up to $2.52 billion in federal TIFIA financing for the first phase of the project. The financing will help move the long-awaited Mobile River Bridge and Bayway improvements toward construction. The project will provide a new bridge across the Mobile River and expand the Bayway, improving the connection between Mobile and Baldwin County and strengthening a critical transportation route for Alabama's Gulf Coast.",1,2026-09-19T09:11:33Z,2026-09-19T09:12:45Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-joins-president-trump-in-oval-office-for-signing-of-the-lindsey-o-graham-sanctioning-russia-and-iran-act-of-2026/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins President Trump in Oval Office for Signing of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026,2026-09-18,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today joined President Trump along with Senator Darline Graham (R-S.C.) and Representative Michael McCaul (R-Texas.) in the Oval Office for the signing of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 into law. On Wednesday, September 16, the legislation passed by a vote of 262-159 in the House of Representatives. Senator Britt played a leading role in the successful passage of the legislation, including in the Senate, where it passed overwhelmingly by a vote of 86-11 on August 7, 2026. “By signing this bill today, President Trump sent a clear message to Russia, and any countries that help fund its war machine, that the United States stands unified in our opposition to their acts of aggression against Ukraine. I appreciate my Senate and House colleagues and the work that the White House has done to bring this historic legislation across the finish line. I know that my dear friend Lindsey Graham is celebrating this moment alongside us. We would not be here today if it weren’t for his tireless work, and it’s a true honor to have helped champion such an important part of his legacy,” said Senator Britt. The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 will impose primary and secondary sanctions against Russia and actors supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine. The sanctions target Russian officials, oligarchs, their family members, foreign persons, and Russian banks and financial institutions, as well as the Russian Shadow Fleet. The legislation also directs the President to impose up to 100 percent tariffs on the five largest importers of Russian crude oil or gas or those among the top five facilitators of Russian oil sanctions evasion. The bill exempts countries whose Russian natural gas imports account for less than 15 percent of Russia’s total natural gas exports and that are taking significant steps to reduce those imports. Additionally, the legislation extends the Iran Sanctions Act by five years to prevent a lapse in sanction authority that restricts funding for Iran’s energy and weapons sectors. You can view the legislative text here. ###",1,2026-09-19T09:11:33Z,2026-09-19T09:12:45Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-applauds-trump-administration-for-2-5-billion-loan-for-mobile-bay-bridge/,Tuberville Applauds Trump Administration for $2.5 Billion Loan for Mobile Bay Bridge,2026-09-18,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced the Alabama Toll Road, Bridge, and Tunnel Authority will receive a Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) loan of up to $2.52 billion from the Build America Bureau. The loan will fund construction of the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project, the largest infrastructure project in Alabama history. Ever since he got to Washington, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has been working hard to secure funding for this critical project. “Ever since I got to Washington, I’ve been hearing from Alabamians about the urgent need to expand the Mobile Bay Bridge,”said Senator Tuberville. “For four years, Joe Biden sat on his hands, but thankfully, President Trump and Secretary Duffy are taking action. This long-overdue bridge expansion will relieve traffic, enhance safety, and expand freight access to the Port. This project is a game-changer for the Gulf.” “After decades of delay, this historic investment into Alabama is yet another example of how President Trump is delivering big, beautiful infrastructure projects that will transform communities for the better,” said Secretary Duffy. “The Mobile River Bridge and Byway project will ease traffic congestion, boost the flow of freight, and enhance safety for drivers.” BACKGROUND: For decades, commuters and freight haulers have faced severe congestion at George Wallace Tunnel—Alabama’s worst traffic bottleneck. Because hazardous materials are prohibited from using the tunnel, hundreds of trucks every day are forced to detour through downtown Mobile and local neighborhoods. The project will provide a direct interstate route for these vehicles, removing hazmat freight from city streets. The project will be constructed and managed by the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and transform I-10 by: Eliminating the state’s primary bottleneck through the design and construction of a new six-lane, cable-stayed bridge over the Mobile River Enhancing hurricane evacuation capabilities by making improvements that enhance key interchange, intersection, and traffic flow in Mobile and Baldwin counties, which also supports the new bridge and expanded Bayway capacity Expanding freight access to the Port of Mobile by reconstructing approximately one mile of the existing Bayway and restriping of the entire 7.5-mile Bayway from two to three lanes in each direction Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-09-19T09:11:33Z,2026-09-19T09:12:45Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-supports-legislation-to-protect-alabamians-from-footing-the-bill-for-new-data-centers/,Tuberville Supports Legislation to Protect Alabamians From Footing the Bill for New Data Centers,2026-09-17,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined Sen. Jon Husted (R-OH) in cosponsoring the Ratepayer Protection Act to ensure American families and small businesses aren’t left paying for the energy infrastructure needed to support new data centers. Companion legislation passed the U.S. House of Representatives yesterday. “Data centers can be game changers for communities all across my state of Alabama,” said Senator Tuberville.“I understand why many Alabamians have concerns about these facilities coming to their neighborhoods and increasing energy costs. That’s why I cosponsored the Ratepayer Protection Act to make sure Alabamians aren’t left footing the bill for any new data centers. We are going to continue holding big tech accountable to make sure that if they want to build a data center in Alabama, they do it the right way.” The Ratepayer Protection Act would require states to consider establishing standards for states and Public Utility Commissions when connecting large electricity users—such as data centers—to the grid. It ensures those customers, not families or small businesses, pay for the power generation, transmission lines and other infrastructure needed to serve their facilities. Without those protections, utilities can shift those costs onto ratepayers through higher monthly electricity bills. In March 2026, President Donald Trump held a roundtable at the White House focused on lowering energy costs near new data centers. During the event, President Trump signed the Ratepayer Protection Pledge, with major technology companies committing to cover the full cost of the energy and infrastructure needed for new data centers instead of shifting those costs onto consumers. The Ratepayer Protection Act would codify key elements of that pledge. Reps. Gabe Evans (R-CO) and Kathy Castor (D-FL) introduced the companion bill in the U.S. House of Representatives. BACKGROUND: If enacted, the bill would propose standards that state regulators could enforce when considering integrating new large-load customers with a demand of 100 megawatts or more onto the grid. Those recommendations include: Recovery of full, incremental cost of upgrades by the large-load customer over a long period of time through a special rate charge or other agreements. This protects utilities and their ratepayers from being left responsible for upgrade costs associated with a large-load customer, even if that customer later reduces operations or leaves the system entirely. Financial assurances requiring the large load customer to pay for any generation, transmission or other infrastructure necessary to serve their load, protecting utilities and ratepayers from that financial burden. This ensures large-load customers are responsible for the fixed costs associated with serving their demand rather than passing those costs on to families and businesses through higher monthly electricity bills. Full text of the bill is available here. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-09-18T09:27:43Z,2026-09-18T09:29:09Z https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-figures-bipartisan-bill-rename-post-office-honoring-tuskegee,House Passes Figures’ Bipartisan Bill to Rename Post Office Honoring Tuskegee Airmen,2026-09-16,2026,2026-09,Democrat,House,AL,Shomari Figures,F000481,figures.house.gov,figures,https://figures.house.gov/media,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures’ bipartisan bill to rename a post office located in Tuskegee after the Tuskegee Airmen passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a voice vote. The Tuskegee Airmen were composed of African American pilots and support personnel who trained at Moton Field and Tuskegee Army Airfield and fought bravely during World War II, making them the first African American military aviators in our Armed Forces. They not only defended our nation and the freedom of those abroad but also overcame racial barriers at home trailblazing a path for generations of future service members and military leaders.",1,2026-09-17T09:52:05Z,2026-09-17T09:53:00Z https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmers-charm-act-passes-house,Palmer's CHARM Act Passes House,2026-09-16,2026,2026-09,Republican,House,AL,Gary J. Palmer,P000609,palmer.house.gov,palmer,https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"For Immediate Release Media Contact: Hope Martin (202) 225-4921 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night, the House of Representatives voted to pass H.R. 9617, the Coordinating and Harnessing America’s Recovery of Minerals (CHARM) Act. This bipartisan legislation was introduced by Representatives Gary Palmer (R-AL-06) and Paul Tonko (D-NY-20), the Democratic Ranking Member on the Environment Subcommittee. Following the passage of the CHARM Act, Rep. Palmer released the following statement: “America should not have to rely on China or other adversarial nations for the critical minerals that power our economy and strengthen our national security,” said Rep. Palmer. “The House passage of the CHARM Act is an important step toward making better use of the resources we already have here at home and strengthening our domestic supply chains. I’m grateful to Congressman Tonko for working with me on this bipartisan effort, and I look forward to seeing the Senate take up this legislation.” “Building out our domestic supply chain and ensuring we have the materials our nation needs to power our energy system leads to lasting benefits for our workers, national security, and economy,"" Congressman Tonko said. ""Our CHARM Act does just that by establishing a coordinated federal strategy for recovering critical minerals from discarded materials. I’m grateful to Congressman Palmer for his partnership leading this legislation and am proud to see its passage through the House.” The CHARM Act aims to reduce America’s reliance on foreign countries for critical minerals by identifying new opportunities to recover these resources from sources already available in the United States, including electronic waste, legacy mine sites, and coal ash. The legislation directs the Environmental Protection Agency to develop a coordinated federal strategy for recovering critical minerals from these and other overlooked domestic sources. Read the text of the bill here.",1,2026-09-17T09:52:05Z,2026-09-17T09:53:00Z https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-unanimously-passes-strong-bill-protect-american-agriculture-terrorist,House Unanimously Passes Strong Bill to Protect American Agriculture from Terrorist Threats,2026-09-16,2026,2026-09,Republican,House,AL,Dale W. Strong,S001220,strong.house.gov,strong,https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, the House of Representatives unanimously passed H.R. 9394, the Civil Preparedness for Agroterrorism Exercise Act of 2026, legislation introduced by Representative Dale Strong (AL-05) to strengthen the nation’s ability to prepare for and respond to acts of agroterrorism. “America’s agriculture and food supply are critical to both our national security and our economy, and we cannot afford to wait until an attack occurs to determine whether we are prepared,” said Representative Strong. “This legislation will ensure our federal, state, and local partners, first responders, and the private sector are prepared to work together to protect our food supply and respond quickly in the event of an agroterrorism attack. I’m proud to see this commonsense legislation pass the House and move one step closer to becoming law.” The Civil Preparedness for Agroterrorism Exercise Act directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to conduct a nationwide exercise focused on preventing, responding to, recovering from, and mitigating an agroterrorism attack on America’s food and agriculture sector. The exercise will bring together federal, state, local, Tribal, and territorial partners, along with private-sector stakeholders, to identify preparedness gaps and strengthen coordination before a real-world incident occurs. House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew Garbarino (NY-02) applauded House passage of the legislation: “A threat to our nation’s agricultural sector is a threat to every American. Our food supply chain is vital not just to our economy, but to our homeland security. I am proud to join my House colleagues in passing Subcommittee Chairman Strong’s ‘Civil Preparedness for Agroterrorism Exercise Act of 2026’ to ensure DHS is working with state and local partners to stay ahead of our adversaries and defend this critical infrastructure from evolving threats.” The legislation builds on Strong’s work as Chairman of the Emergency Management and Technology Subcommittee to protect critical infrastructure and improve preparedness for emerging threats, including a two-part hearing series last year examining agroterrorism and threats to America’s food and agriculture sector. Passage of H.R. 9394 marks the fifth homeland security bill authored by Strong to pass the House during the 119th Congress. The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration. ###",1,2026-09-17T09:52:05Z,2026-09-17T09:53:00Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/following-significant-advocacy-from-u-s-senator-britt-u-s-house-passes-lindsey-o-graham-sanctioning-russia-and-iran-act-of-2026-legislation-heads-to-president-trumps-desk/,"Following Significant Advocacy from U.S. Senator Britt, U.S. House Passes Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, Legislation Heads to President Trump’s Desk",2026-09-16,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today joined several of her colleagues to celebrate the U.S. House of Representatives passing the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. The legislation was passed by a 262-159 vote and will now head to President Trump’s desk where it is expected to be signed into law. Senator Britt played a key role in the successful passage of the legislation, including in the Senate where it passed overwhelmingly by a vote of 86-11 on August 7, 2026. “As my colleague and dear friend Senator Lindsey Graham said in his final days, the ability to pass this bill and sanction Russia and Iran would be his most consequential legislative accomplishment. Now, named in his honor, I am thrilled to celebrate the House passing the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 and sending it to President Trump’s desk to be signed into law. We are now one step closer to arming President Trump with the tools he needs to deplete Russia of the little economic power it has left and bring much-needed peace to the region,” said Senator Britt. Following House passage, Senator Britt joined a bipartisan, bicameral group of legislators for a press conference in which she delivered remarks. “Today, I am grateful for the House continuing the efforts that began in the Senate with Senator Lindsey Graham. We heard Lindsey talk about this moment time and time again. Many people thought that it was out of reach, but not for Lindsey. Lindsey believed it was possible because he believed in what we did today. He knew America would stand tall when it needed to. And today, we showed that to the rest of the world. The people behind you have worked diligently. They have worked through legislation and through words … trying to figure out exactly how to make this happen. They’ve also worked to build a coalition so that the huge vote that you saw today would send a resounding message to the world, and that is [that] we stand for peace through strength. “Today, the Lindsey Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act will be sent to the President’s desk. There is nothing more rewarding here in Congress than actually delivering results, than actually doing something that will matter and … giving President Trump the tools today to end this senseless war, to hold Putin accountable for his aggression, to drive him to the table, and to actually make sure that there are consequences. Today we stood together, the Senate, the House, the White House. We stood for peace through strength. Congress will give President Trump these tools and I know President Trump will use them to help bring a resolution there between Russia and Ukraine. This critical piece of legislation is also going to hold the regime in Tehran accountable for 47 years of terror. “As Senator Lindsey Graham said, this is now the most consequential piece of legislation that he ever worked on. And his final days here with us, this is what he was committed to. He saw a pathway forward. The men and women behind you put in tireless effort to make sure that it actually became a reality. So, I am proud to stand with this bicameral, bipartisan group of members standing firm in Lindsay’s effort… standing tall for the United States of America, and with our friends who want peace in Ukraine and helping achieve actual results. Thank you. God Bless.” The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 would impose primary and secondary sanctions against Russia and actors supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine. The sanctions target Russian officials, oligarchs, their family members, foreign persons, and Russian banks and financial institutions, as well as the Russian Shadow Fleet. The legislation also directs the President to impose up to 100 percent tariffs on the five largest importers of Russian crude oil or gas or are among the top five facilitators of Russian oil sanctions evasion. The bill exempts countries whose Russian natural gas imports account for less than 15 percent of Russia’s total natural gas exports and that are taking significant steps to reduce those imports. Additionally, the legislation extends the Iran Sanctions Act by five years to prevent a lapse in sanction authority that restricts funding for Iran’s energy and weapons sectors. You can view the legislative text here. Media coverage of Senator Britt’s efforts can be viewed below: Britt renews push for Russia sanctions bill to honor Graham Sen. Britt backs Russia sanctions bill championed by Lindsey Graham Britt takes up bipartisan effort to sanction Russia in honor of Graham Katie Britt urges Congress to sanction Russia, add pressure on Iran, China Senators unveil sweeping Russia sanctions bill, urge passage in honor of Graham Senate advances Lindsey Graham’s long-stalled Russia sanctions bill just hours after his funeral Britt celebrates Senate passage of Lindsey Graham sanctions bill: ‘A day Lindsey would be deeply proud to see’ Katie Britt: Put ‘America’s national security first’ to honor Lindsey Graham ###",1,2026-09-17T09:52:05Z,2026-09-17T09:53:00Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-questions-fbi-director-kash-patel-in-senate-judiciary-oversight-hearing/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Questions FBI Director Kash Patel in Senate Judiciary Oversight Hearing,2026-09-16,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) this week questioned Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel in a Senate Judiciary Committee oversight hearing. The Senator thanked Director Patel for his commitment to securing communities across Alabama, inquired about the resources and funding needed to protect Americans during various upcoming major sporting events, and discussed the Bureau’s new cyber strategy to address increased threats against our nation’s critical infrastructure. Senator Britt highlighted the FBI’s recent partnership with the Tuscaloosa Police Department to carry out a successful operation: “I think it was about a month ago, you did a month-long operation, had 90 arrests, including 48 felony arrests. There were 10 firearms seized, and in that there were two high-profile arrests, one of which was somebody that had committed sexual abuse against a child younger than 12 and also a wanted robbery suspect, so thank you for the work that you’re doing there. You’ve also provided Tuscaloosa, their Violent Crimes Unit, with assistance on the recent shooting. So I appreciate your quick action and the work that your men and women are doing.” Director Patel emphasized how crucial state and local partnerships are to how the FBI conducts law enforcement operations:“Our best work is [done] by bringing state and locals to our facilities, embedding them in there permanently so we have direct lines of communication and also run offensive operations together. Before I got to the FBI, there was a 14-month waiting period for a task force officer to onboard at the FBI because of bureaucratic administrative hurdles … We eliminated that backlog … Increasing that capacity is the reason you are seeing the most prolific reduction in violent crime in U.S. history, not to mention the fact that we stopped 1,100 terrorist attacks.” Senator Britt then asked Director Patel to outline what resources the Bureau needs to continue keeping Americans safe at upcoming major events: “You mentioned the terrorist attacks that you’ve been able to thwart … I know you’ve worked closely with (DHS) Secretary Mullin, amongst others, to make sure that we were safe when it came to the World Cup … As we look forward to the Olympics in 2028 … the football games that we see every weekend … how do we make sure that we take lessons learned and that we’re giving you the tools that you need and the structure that you need to continue that success that we saw with the World Cup?” Director Patel stressed the need for increased funding, training, and personnel for both state and federal law enforcement agencies, also highlighting Redstone Arsenal in Alabama: “We had about 7 million people come for those World Cup games, and over the course of 38 days, what we were able to do was establish a system of localized law enforcement, partner with the federal government to train them on the counter-UAS programs … which take place at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, the first of its kind … [W]e saw threat[s] based on counter-UAS systems that could easily target innocent Americans at sporting events, state fairs, college football games, World Cup, what have you. So we found a way to alleviate that threat by training state and locals, and by deploying assets into the field instead of keeping them in Washington, D.C. … And so we pushed out more agents and intel operators to the field, and we’re going to continue to do that … We need more resources to get more personnel to the field, but we also need more resources to get the right kit … We need every state and local authority to have their own resources … We want to triple the size of our counter drone-school down at Redstone Arsenal.” The Senator also inquired about increasingly threatening cyber capabilities and artificial intelligence systems: “[T]he critical infrastructure in more rural areas of Alabama, [it] seems that those are becoming easier targets, given the advances that are made, and harder to combat. Just last week, the Bureau released a new cyber strategy designed to protect Americans from these kinds of threats. Can you speak to the ways that you see this new cyber strategy and the Bureau more broadly being able to handle these things and … what you’re going to need from us in being able to do so?” Director Patel detailed the FBI’s new offensive and defensive cyber strategy: “So thanks to the President, he released his cyber strategy out of the White House, and we’re proud to announce that the FBI is the first 1811 agency to issue its own cyber strategy pursuant to that … We issued for the first time an offensive and defensive approach. … “85% of critical infrastructure in this country—water, wastewater, electric power, nuclear—is owned by the private sector. These private sector companies … are working off of devices that are 20 and 30 years old, including our telecom infrastructure and so we need them to upgrade. We need them to put in the resources and money, and we’re on the ground with them, and we’re asking them to allow us to get in early every time there’s a cyber intrusion. … “On the offensive side … we, the FBI, are the only ones leading the charge on what we call joint sequent operations. Joint sequent operations require us to go out and engage, not just with their private sector … but get on the platforms, get on the social media sites, the internet spaces, the dark web, and specifically allow us to run off offensive cyber operations. And with that capacity, our cyber program has seen the largest success we’ve had in the last 18 months.” Director Patel then touted the Kinetic Cyber Range hosted in Redstone Arsenal: “The kinetic cyber range is maybe one of the best things that we have in the FBI. We literally built a town indoors in Huntsville, Alabama—an entire town consists of housing, schools, car shops, streets so we can practice and train against the modern cyber threat on all ecosystems and learn how to intrude and detect and evade, and also learn how to find those infiltrators that are coming onto our platform … [A]nd I’ve opened up that training capacity to state and law enforcement partners across the country to come down and train at our side.” You can watch the Senator’s full remarks here. ###",1,2026-09-17T09:52:05Z,2026-09-17T09:53:00Z https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/obamacare-plans-paying-abortions,Obamacare Plans Paying for Abortions,2026-09-15,2026,2026-09,Republican,House,AL,Robert B. Aderholt,A000055,aderholt.house.gov,aderholt,https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON —A new report from the U.S. government’s nonpartisan watchdog agency revealed that federal taxpayers subsidized 1,719 Affordable Care Act (ACA) Qualified Health Plans (QHPs) that covered elective abortions for an estimated 4.4 million individuals this year alone. The report also showed that 683 more abortion-covering QHPs were available through the ACA than when GAO issued a similar brief in 2014. The recent report, compiled by the Government Accountability Office (GAO), was requested by House and Senate majority leadership, Co-Chairs of the House and Senate Congressional Pro-Life Caucus and Values Action Teams, and Chairmen of the House and Senate Committees of jurisdiction. Upon the release of the report—first reported by The Daily Wire—Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-AL), Chairman of the House Values Action Team (VAT), and Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Congressional Pro-Life Caucus, issued the following statement: “For far too long, pro-life Americans have been deceived by the ACA and strongarmed into paying for health plans that do not respect the sanctity of life. American taxpayers deserve complete transparency and truthfulness as to where their hard-earned dollars are going—and under the ACA as it currently stands, that’s just not possible. “Today’s GAO report confirms the very concerns that Republicans have raised for over fifteen years: the ACA fails to apply the longstanding and bipartisan Hyde Amendment law, which protects taxpayer dollars from funding abortion, both directly and through federal health plans. “The ACA allows premium tax credits to be directed towards health insurance coverage that includes elective abortion. Federal taxpayer dollars—even from individuals living in pro-life states—are subsidizing plans that include elective abortion coverage for over 4.4 million people. “The report also found that some insurance issuers failed to comply with the ACA’s consumer transparency provision, which requires plans to prominently disclose abortion coverage. “As we approach the 50th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment on September 30th—which is estimated to have saved the lives of over 2.6 million children (about 60,000 lives per year)—we renew the call to enforce this critical, lifesaving protection within the ACA without further delay. Taxpayers should not be forced to subsidize plans that cover the elective killing of an unborn child by dismemberment or baby poison pills. “Moreover, until Congress can pass legislation requiring full Hyde protections for all ACA plans, we urge the Trump Administration to reissue the Exchange Program Integrity Final Rule to ensure that consumers understand whether a plan subsidizes elective abortion.” Members of Congress who signed the GAO request letter: House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA); Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD); House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA); Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso, M.D. (R-WY); House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN); House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-MI); House Pro-Life Caucus Co-Chairs: Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (R-MD), Rep. Michelle Fischbach (R-MN), Rep. Kat Cammack (R-FL), Rep. Bob Onder (R-MO); Senate Pro-Life Caucus Chairwoman Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS); House Values Action Team Chairman Robert Aderholt (R-AL); Senate Values Action Team Chairman James Lankford (R-OK); Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-ID); Senate HELP Committee Chairman Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA); House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Brett Guthrie (R-KY); and House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (R-MO). ###",1,2026-09-16T09:43:13Z,2026-09-16T09:44:22Z https://sewell.house.gov/2026/9/rep-sewell-commemorates-63rd-anniversary-of-16th-street-baptist-church-bombing-and-honors-legacy-of-the-four-little-girls,Rep. Sewell Commemorates 63rd Anniversary of 16th Street Baptist Church Bombing and Honors Legacy of the Four Little Girls,2026-09-15,2026,2026-09,Democrat,House,AL,Terri A. Sewell,S001185,sewell.house.gov,sewell,https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C. — U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) spoke on the House Floor to commemorate the 63rd anniversary of the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, and honor the lives and legacy of Addie Mae Collins, Denise McNair, Carole Robertson, and Cynthia Morris Wesley—the Four Little Girls killed in the attack. Watch on YouTube here. On September 15, 1963, nineteen sticks of dynamite planted beneath the church by members of the Ku Klux Klan exploded as the girls prepared for Sunday service. The bombing claimed the lives of the four girls and severely injured others, including Sarah Collins Rudolph, Addie Mae Collins’ younger sister. The violence continued in the hours that followed, when 16-year-old Johnny Robinson and 13-year-old Virgil Ware were also killed. In her remarks, Rep. Sewell reflected on the enduring legacy of the Four Little Girls and the profound personal significance of their sacrifice. In 2013, her first bill to pass Congress awarded the Four Little Girls the Congressional Gold Medal, which President Barack Obama signed into law on the 50th anniversary of the bombing. ""63 years later, I have the extraordinary privilege of walking these halls as Alabama’s first Black Congresswoman,"" said Rep. Sewell. ""I never forgot that I am here because they are not.” Rep. Sewell also emphasized that honoring the Four Little Girls requires more than remembering the past. It demands a commitment to protecting the freedoms for which generations of Americans fought and sacrificed. “Remembering the Four Little Girls cannot simply be about looking backward,"" continued Sewell. ""It must also be about what we do today. Because the freedoms they died for are not guaranteed. Every generation has a responsibility to protect them and to advance them.” Rep. Sewell concluded by calling on her colleagues to recommit themselves to the unfinished work of the Civil Rights Movement and to honor the Four Little Girls not only through words, but through action. “May we honor their memory not only with our words, but with our actions. And may we forever, forever remember that the freedoms we enjoy today come at a tremendous cost.” ###",1,2026-09-16T09:43:13Z,2026-09-16T09:44:22Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/icymi-u-s-senator-katie-britt-joins-newsmax-newsnation/,"ICYMI: U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins Newsmax, NewsNation",2026-09-15,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today joined Wake Up America on Newsmax with Sharla McBride and Marc Lotter and Morning in America on NewsNation with Markie Martin. She discussed the need to win the global AI race while keeping Americans safe, the Republican Party’s agenda ahead of the midterm elections, and the need for the U.S. House of Representatives to pass the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. On ensuring America wins the AI race while keeping Americans safe: “There is no doubt that we must win the AI race … But obviously we want to make sure that these (models) are safe. So, I think that you will see dialogue, conversation around that about whether that could be an industry-led thing or whether there needs to be safeguards put up by Congress. But regardless … we want to make sure that Americans are safe and that we continue to put us on the forefront, both when it comes to national security and innovation. We want those things to happen on our shores. We don’t want to push those to China. We know that China is our greatest adversary, and we know that they want to make sure that we are weaker at every turn. So, we’ll continue to have robust conversations about this, but we want to make sure that we’re pushing ahead and doing it in a safe way.” On Senate Republicans’ agenda ahead of the midterm elections: “Look, I’m hopeful that we can talk about the things that are affecting Americans every single day. I think you will hear us talk about permitting reform. We know that if we can create a space where we drive down energy costs, that affects everything from the grocery store to the gas pump. Look, that’s what people are talking to me about. When I went through the grocery line, as I do every single week, we can see what those prices are, and we want to make sure that we’re putting more money back in Americans’ pockets. So, we are going to be talking about that … We’ll be talking about the CLARITY Act, which is (about) the digital assets and the crypto space. I think you’ll hear some conversation about NIL, and you’ll hear some other conversations about data centers. I want to make sure that that Ratepayer Protection Pledge that President Trump so boldly put in front of the American people … I want to see that put into law …” On what’s at stake in November: “There’s more hard work ahead of us, but I think you will see this gap closing, and you’ll also see it closing, because we are going to position in front of the American people the very stark contrast they see between Republicans and Democrats, and that’s between common sense and actual liberal leftist lunatics that are … running the Democratic Party. They have taken over. You see that from the Senate races to the congressional races …[Y]ou have Congressional candidates that have said that they use the American flag to wipe their hands. You have them associating themselves with someone like Hasan Piker, who said that we deserved 9/11 … They’re sympathetic to Islamic jihadists … This isn’t just a difference between ‘how do we drive down debt?’ – I wish that that was the conversation. This is fundamentally changing who we are as a nation. When you see what the Democrats are putting forth in these elections, and I think we’ll make that stark contrast in front of the American people and ultimately win the day.” On the importance of the House passing Russia sanctions legislation: “Well, Lindsey said before he passed away—I talked to him about 48 hours before—and he said this would be the most consequential piece of legislation that he had ever had an opportunity to be behind. This was two, three years in the making, working to get this right, making sure that we could give President Trump the tools he needed to actually hold Putin accountable. Look, this is a now or never moment for the House of Representatives. We’ve heard Democrats say, ‘oh, we don’t want to give Trump these tools.’ Well, you’ve been saying for years you want to bring peace between Russia and Ukraine; you want to make sure that you keep Ukrainian people safe. We have Putin on his heels. This is kind of the last layer, if you will, if President Trump has these tools to hold Putin accountable to end his war machine, those that are actually funding it, everything from the shadow fleet to the energy sector, defense sector, to oligarchs. This is what he needs to bring him to the table and bring resolution to it. So, I hope that they will actually do the right thing and vote for the rule today, and then ultimately vote for final passage tomorrow. So, I think the world needs this. For years we’ve been talking about how do we bring resolution? I think this is the last piece of the puzzle. Senator Lindsey Graham said it’s time to stand up and do the right thing, and I hope that that’s what we’ll see them do today and tomorrow.” You can watch her Newsmax interview here and her News Nation interview here. ###",1,2026-09-16T09:43:13Z,2026-09-16T09:44:22Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-joins-representative-dale-strong-alabama-delegation-in-letter-of-support-for-u-s-space-academy-in-north-alabama/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt joins Representative Dale Strong, Alabama Delegation in Letter of Support for U.S. Space Academy in North Alabama",2026-09-15,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) joined Representative Dale Strong (R-Ala.) and the Alabama congressional delegation in sending a letter to the commission charged with the development of a U.S. Space Academy, highlighting North Alabama’s qualifications to host such an academy. “Alabama is a key player in powering America’s Golden Age of space exploration and U.S. space superiority, bolstered by President Trump’s commitment to ensuring the United States remains the world’s dominant space power,” said Senator Britt. “Alabama combines the civil, commercial, and national security capabilities needed to support this important mission. Among them include NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, a robust network of aerospace, defense, and technology experts, research institutions, and national security assets like U.S. Space Command Headquarters, Missile Defense Agency, and U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command. Given these unparalleled assets and Alabama’s storied legacy of supporting America’s most complex space missions, locating the U.S. Space Academy in North Alabama would be a natural fit and exceptional asset to our entire nation. I’m proud to join the entire Alabama delegation in making this recommendation. Alabama deserves every and all consideration.” “North Alabama is the natural home for the United States Space Academy. We have the people, expertise, institutions, infrastructure, and capabilities to lead a world-class Academy that prepares the next generation to advance American leadership in space,” said Representative Strong. “I’m proud to lead this letter with the support of the Alabama Delegation and highlight North Alabama as the best place to host the United States Space Academy.” The letter, addressed to the Presidential Commission on the U.S. Space Academy, outlines Alabama’s legacy and commitment to U.S. space superiority. “North Alabama stands uniquely prepared to support the Academy’s mission and build upon NASA’s efforts to recruit, train, and retain the next generation of highly educated and technically specialized aerospace talent,” the letter reads, in part. “For generations, the region has been at the center of American space exploration – from the Saturn V rockets that put American boots on the Moon to the Space Launch System that carried our astronauts farther than ever before, just five months ago.” On August 28, 2026, President Trump signed an executive order proposing the creation of a U.S. Space Academy, led by NASA, to “train the next generation of astronauts, scientists, engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, civil servants, and warfighters to ensure that they are capable of advancing American interests in space.” “The Alabama Congressional Delegation stands united in support of the President’s vision to establish the United States Space Academy, and we believe there would be no more qualified place than North Alabama to undertake this critical mission,” the letter continues. ###",1,2026-09-16T09:43:13Z,2026-09-16T09:44:22Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-strong-push-for-u-s-space-academy-to-come-to-alabama/,"Tuberville, Strong Push for U.S. Space Academy to Come to Alabama",2026-09-15,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Representative Dale Strong (R-AL-05) and the entire Alabama delegation in sending a letter to the commission charged with building the U.S. Space Academy, highlighting why Huntsville is the best possible location for it. The letter outlines the Tennessee Valley’s legacy and commitment to U.S. space superiority. On August 28, President Trump signed an executive order proposing the creation of the U.S. Space Academy, led by NASA, to “train the next generation of astronauts, scientists, engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, civil servants, and warfighters to ensure that they are capable of advancing American interests in space.” “There is no better place for President Trump’s U.S. Space Academy than the great state of Alabama,” said Sen. Tuberville. “Nicknamed ‘The Rocket City,’ Huntsville is already home to U.S. Space Command, NASA, and the Missile Defense Agency, not to mention the hundreds of private companies who support America’s space and defense industries. We have the resources, infrastructure, and personnel to support this mission and I’m confident that anyone attending the Academy would be proud to call Alabama home.” Read full text of the letter here or below. “Dear Chairman Isaacman and Members of the Presidential Commission on the United States Space Academy: We commend President trump and his Administration for their commitment to ushering in the Golden Age of American space exploration and maintaining U.S. space superiority. From establishing the United States Space Force in his first term to reestablishing the United States Space Command, advancing the Artemis Program, and strengthening America’s commercial space sector, President Trump has demonstrated an unprecedented commitment to advancing U.S. interests in space. As envisioned by the President, a United States Space Academy would present an opportunity to build on that commitment. We recognize that the Commission will consider a range of factors in developing recommendations on the Agency’s governance, leadership, academic curriculum, service opportunities, and partnerships. As the Commission undertakes this work, we believe certain criteria should be taken into strong consideration. Specifically, we encourage you to prioritize co-locating the Academy in states where equities already exist, such as locations that bring together a NASA center, a strong federal and military presence, and an established research and technology park. This would give students direct exposure to the nation’s space missions, defense capabilities, and research and development activities. It would allow the Academy to leverage existing infrastructure, expertise, and partnerships, ensuring taxpayer resources are focused on developing the nation’s next generation of space talent. North Alabama brings together the civil, commercial, and national security capabilities necessary to support the next generation of space leaders. In addition to NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, the region is home to a significant federal space and defense presence, including the Missile Defense Agency, the future permanent headquarters of the United States Space Command at Redstone Arsenal, and U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command. With these considerations in mind, North Alabama stands uniquely prepared to support the Academy’s mission and build upon NASA’s efforts to recruit, train, and retain the next generation of highly educated and technically specialized aerospace talent. For generations, the region has been at the center of American space exploration — from the Saturn V rocket that put American boots on the Moon to the Space Launch System that carried our astronauts farther than ever before, just five months ago. Today, NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center remains a national leader in propulsion, human spaceflight, and deep-space exploration, and maintains a workforce with the institutional knowledge needed to support the nation’s most complex space missions. Alabama’s robust network of higher education institutions has a legacy of contributions to U.S. space superiority, and those contributions continue today through partnerships with NASA from schools across the state, as well as through the highly specialized curricula offered at many of these institutions. Additionally, more than 400 aerospace, defense, and technology companies operate throughout the Tennessee Valley, alongside a strong system of research organizations and universities. Together, these capabilities have helped build a workforce of more than 40,000 STEM professionals, including nearly 4,000 aerospace engineers, working across the space, defense, research, engineering, and technology sectors. This concentration of expertise would provide the Academy with immediate access to scientists, engineers, researchers, and technical professionals who can educate and mentor future graduates while continuing to advance our civil and national security space missions. For these reasons, we respectfully urge the Commission to consider such criteria to form the qualifications used to evaluate potential sites, and, moreover, whether such infrastructure, personnel, and ecosystem currently exist at sites under consideration. The Alabama Congressional Delegation stands united in support of the President’s vision to establish the United States Space Academy, and we believe there would be no more qualified place than North Alabama to undertake this critical mission. We look forward to working with the Commission and the Administration as this effort moves forward, and we stand ready to provide any information, resources, or assistance necessary to support the Commission’s work. Sincerely,” MORE: Tuberville Receives Update on Timeline for SPACECOM Moving to Huntsville PHOTO RELEASE: Tuberville joins Secretary Hegseth for Unveiling of the Sign at the New Headquarters of U.S. Space Command at Redstone Arsenal Tuberville Releases Statement Following President Trump’s Announcement Restoring U.S. Space Command to Its Rightful Home in Huntsville, Alabama Tuberville Leads with Strong, Britt in Push to Permanently Locate SPACECOM in Huntsville Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-09-16T09:43:13Z,2026-09-16T09:44:22Z https://sewell.house.gov/2026/9/reps-sewell-and-castor-introduce-the-affordable-premiums-for-seniors-act,Reps. Sewell and Castor Introduce the Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act,2026-09-14,2026,2026-09,Democrat,House,AL,Terri A. Sewell,S001185,sewell.house.gov,sewell,https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act would extend Medicare Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration through 2029 Washington D.C. — Today, U.S. Reps. Terri Sewell (AL-07) and Kathy Castor (FL-14) introduced the Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act, legislation that would prevent the Trump Administration from prematurely ending the Medicare Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration and keep monthly premiums down for seniors enrolled in standalone Medicare prescription drug plans. The legislation comes after the Trump Administration announced that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) would terminate the Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration at the end of 2026. “For seniors living on fixed incomes, every dollar matters. At a time when seniors are already struggling to keep up with the rising cost of groceries, housing, health care, and everyday necessities, the Trump Administration should be doing everything it can to lower costs, not ending a program that is helping seniors afford their prescription drugs,” said Rep. Sewell. “Ending the Part D Premium Stabilization Program could mean higher premiums and greater financial strain for millions of seniors. The Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act will help ensure that Medicare beneficiaries have the stability and certainty they deserve."" “Every trip to the grocery store and every monthly bill is increasingly painful for my older neighbors,"" said Rep. Castor. ""The added strain of higher prescription drugs costs is the last thing they need, so I will fight to reverse a recent HHS scheme to increase Medicare prescription drug costs for seniors and people with disabilities. The Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act will reverse the HHS scheme, keep premiums down and provide greater certainty on health care costs. Seniors worked hard for their earned Medicare benefits, and I am fighting to keep those benefits affordable and dependable.” CMS established the demonstration in 2025 following changes to the Medicare Part D benefit under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), with the goal of helping stabilize premiums for beneficiaries enrolled in standalone prescription drug plans. The IRA made several changes to Medicare prescription drug coverage, including establishing a $2,000 annual cap on out-of-pocket prescription drug costs beginning in 2025. As the redesigned benefit shifted a greater share of prescription drug costs to Part D plans, the Premium Stabilization Demonstration was created to help mitigate premium increases and provide greater stability during the transition. According to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), the demonstration saved seniors $312 on average in 2026. Ending the demonstration could expose beneficiaries to higher premiums beginning in 2027. The Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act would require CMS to: Continue the Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration through calendar year 2029; Continue the demonstration in subsequent years if terminating it would result in higher premiums for Medicare beneficiaries; and Issue guidance for calendar year 2027 within 30 days of enactment to provide seniors and Part D plans with greater certainty ahead of the upcoming plan year. A senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee, which has jurisdiction over Medicare, Rep. Sewell has consistently championed efforts to lower prescription drug costs and strengthen access to affordable health care for seniors. She strongly advocated for the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act’s prescription drug provisions, and was the only member of Alabama's congressional delegation at the time to vote in favor of the law. The Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act is also cosponsored by Reps. Nanette Barragán (CA-44), Troy Carter (LA-02), J. Luis Castro (CA-46), Jim Costa (CA-21), Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Debbie Dingell (MI-06), Jonathan L. Jackson (IL-01), Henry “Hank” Johnson (GA-04), Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08), Kweisi Mfume (MD-07), Doris O. Matsui (CA-07), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC-00), Tom Suozzi (NY-03), Ritchie Torres (NY-15), Lauren Underwood (IL-14), and Marc Veasey (TX-33). Bill text is available here. ###",1,2026-09-15T09:50:21Z,2026-09-15T09:52:05Z https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-leads-alabama-delegation-championing-north-alabama-space-academy-moves,Strong leads Alabama Delegation championing North Alabama as Space Academy moves ahead,2026-09-14,2026,2026-09,Republican,House,AL,Dale W. Strong,S001220,strong.house.gov,strong,https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representative Dale W. Strong (AL-05) led a bicameral delegation letter to the commission charged with the development of a U.S. Space Academy, highlighting North Alabama’s qualifications to host such an academy. The letter, addressed to the Presidential Commission on the U.S. Space Academy, outlines the Tennessee Valley’s legacy and commitment to U.S. space superiority. On August 28, President Trump signed an executive order proposing the creation of a U.S. Space Academy, led by NASA, to “train the next generation of astronauts, scientists, engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, civil servants, and warfighters to ensure that they are capable of advancing American interests in space.” “The Alabama Congressional Delegation stands united in support of the President’s vision to establish the United States Space Academy, and we believe there would be no more qualified place than North Alabama to undertake this critical mission,” the letter reads. “North Alabama is the natural home for the United States Space Academy. We have the people, expertise, institutions, infrastructure, and capabilities to lead a world-class Academy that prepares the next generation to advance American leadership in space,” said Rep. Strong. “I’m proud to lead this letter with the support of the Alabama Delegation and highlight North Alabama as the best place to host the United States Space Academy.” “There is no better place for President Trump’s U.S. Space Academy than the great state of Alabama,” said Sen. Tuberville. “Nicknamed ‘The Rocket City,’ Huntsville is already home to U.S. Space Command, NASA, and the Missile Defense Agency, not to mention the hundreds of private companies who support America’s space and defense industries. We have the resources, infrastructure, and personnel to support this mission and I’m confident that anyone attending the Academy would be proud to call Alabama home.” “Alabama is a key player in powering America’s Golden Age of space exploration and U.S. space superiority, bolstered by President Trump’s commitment to ensuring the United States remains the world’s dominant space power. Alabama combines the civil, commercial, and national security capabilities needed to support this important mission. Among them include NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, a robust network of aerospace, defense, and technology experts, research institutions, and national security assets like U.S. Space Command Headquarters, Missile Defense Agency, and U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command,” said Sen. Britt. “Given these unparalleled assets and Alabama’s storied legacy of supporting America’s most complex space missions, locating the U.S. Space Academy in North Alabama would be a natural fit and exceptional asset to our entire nation. I’m proud to join the entire Alabama delegation in making this recommendation. Alabama deserves every and all consideration.” “With President Trump’s decision to uphold the move of Space Command to Redstone and NASA, our military, industry, and research institutions already working together here, North Alabama is uniquely positioned to lead America’s next chapter in space,” said Rep. Moore. “North Alabama has been at the heart of America’s space program for generations, and there is no better place to prepare the next generation of American space leaders. From the Saturn V to today’s cutting-edge missions, the Tennessee Valley has the people, infrastructure, expertise, and national security assets needed to make the United States Space Force Academy a success.” “I am proud to join my colleagues in supporting President Trump’s vision for a United States Space Academy, and in making the case there is no better location for it than North Alabama,” said Rep. Aderholt. “There is a reason Huntsville is known as America’s Rocket City. Before Kennedy Space Center and Mission Control in Houston, Huntsville was already at the heart of America’s modern space program, developing the rockets that carried the first American into space and later took our astronauts to the Moon. That legacy continues today through Marshall Space Flight Center, Redstone Arsenal, U.S. Space Command, and a world-class aerospace workforce. North Alabama has the history, expertise, and infrastructure to train the next generation of American space leaders.” “Alabama has been at the forefront of our nation’s space program for generations, and there is no better place to train the next generation of American space leaders,” said Rep. Palmer. “With NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, Redstone Arsenal, world-class research universities, and a highly skilled aerospace and defense workforce, Alabama already has the experience, infrastructure, and talent necessary to support the mission of the United States Space Academy. I am proud to join Representative Strong and my Alabama colleagues in urging Administrator Isaacman and the Presidential Commission to select North Alabama as the permanent home of the Academy.” “I was proud to join my Alabama colleagues in urging the Presidential Commission on the United States Space Academy to consider placing this academy in Alabama,” said Rep. Rogers. “President Trump has made it clear that US dominance in space is a critical national security goal, and the next step to ensuring this dominance is the establishment of a US Space Academy. The right placement of this academy will be vital. Alabama has a rich history in space exploration and continues to be a national hub of aerospace innovation. Especially given the recent establishment of Space Command Headquarters at Redstone Arsenal, I can think of no better place in the country to establish the United States Space Academy.” ###",1,2026-09-15T09:50:21Z,2026-09-15T09:52:05Z https://sewell.house.gov/2026/9/rep-sewell-marks-25-years-since-the-september-11-terrorist-attacks,Rep. Sewell Marks 25 Years Since the September 11 Terrorist Attacks,2026-09-11,2026,2026-09,Democrat,House,AL,Terri A. Sewell,S001185,sewell.house.gov,sewell,https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C. — Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released the following statement marking 25 years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001: “Twenty-five years ago today, our nation was forever changed by the horrific terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Today, we remember the nearly 3,000 innocent lives lost that day and the thousands of first responders, rescue and recovery workers, and others who have lost their lives in the years since due to 9/11-related illnesses. We also remember their families and loved ones and honor the brave heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice to save others. “In the face of unimaginable tragedy, Americans came together with courage, compassion, and a renewed sense of community. Twenty-five years later, we must never forget the lives lost, the heroes who stepped forward, or the spirit of unity that carried our nation through one of its darkest moments. “May we continue to honor their memory by supporting the heroes and survivors of 9/11, protecting our country, and upholding the ideals of liberty, justice, equality, and freedom that define who we are as Americans. We will never forget.” ###",1,2026-09-12T09:02:30Z,2026-09-12T09:03:27Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-commemorates-25th-anniversary-of-9-11-at-montgomery-fire-rescue-ceremony-honoring-fallen-firefighters/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Commemorates 25th Anniversary of 9/11 at Montgomery Fire/Rescue Ceremony Honoring Fallen Firefighters,2026-09-11,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"MONTGOMERY, AL — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today spoke at a 9/11 memorial service hosted by Montgomery Fire/Rescue. The event honored the 343 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001, as well as the 15 Montgomery firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty while protecting their community. Senator Britt’s remarks can be read in full below. “Thank you so much for that introduction and for the ability and invitation to be here today. To all of you who answer the call each and every day, I’m going to echo the mayor’s comments and say thank you. Thank you for your selflessness. Thank you for your willingness to sacrifice. And I want to say thank you to your families. “This morning, as I reflected on what happened 25 years ago, I thought about where I was. I was in a class in Mary Alston Hall at the University of Alabama. It’s a large lecture setting. We didn’t have the connectivity that we have now, so people were piecing together what was happening in real time. I remember the helplessness that we felt, the uncertainty, the anger, the confusion as we worked to kind of piece together what happened and went back and got in front of the TV. “One of the images that I will never forget are the men and women in uniform running towards the danger. I think about how many families lives changed that day. This morning, I got my two children up at 4:30 AM, got them out the door, and to the airport at 5:15. There were so many men and women whose day started just like that 25 years ago, who sent their loved ones out the door and thought they’d have an opportunity to see them again. It wasn’t just their lives that changed our world changed on that day. “The one thing I hope we all take away from that, though, is the spirit of this nation, of who we are, who we are together. When we stand tall in the face of adversity, there is no mountain too tall for us to climb. There is no challenge too difficult for us to face. “I think about these 15 helmets in front of us, and the men and women who have lost their lives in this community answering that call. What a tremendous debt of gratitude we owe each and every one of you. As I look in front of us, you have chosen to run towards the danger. You have chosen to operate in the impact zone so that more of us can return home safely to our families, so that our communities can be stronger. And you do that with resiliency and courage and grit and an unwavering dedication to your purpose. “I had an opportunity to tour the new fire station, and mayor, it is quite nice. Walking around and seeing the facility was really impactful, but what I left with that made an even greater impact was the brotherhood that I felt when I was in that building. There is no doubt that you have each other’s backs. Thank you for doing that. What I left with was an even greater resolve that you have ours. “I want to say thank you. When the moms and dads were taking their children at night to the men and women who are leaving to go off to work, to what they think will be an ordinary day if something were to occur, we know that you have our back. We know that you will run towards the impact zone, and we know that that courage and that faithfulness that you exhibit is unwavering. “As we look at what’s ahead both in this community and the state, in the nation. I hope that we will remember the resiliency that we felt that day and then the days after 9/11. I hope that we will take that resiliency, that purpose, that unity, and that fortitude with us today and forever. “Let us not just remember it here at this event, but let’s also tell the next generation. For those of us who have stories about where we were that day, about what it felt like, about the impact and the way that it changed our world, let’s make sure that the next generation knows that as well. Let’s make sure that they’re committed to the ideals of freedom and liberty. That they’re committed to the ideals and purpose that make this nation so great, and that they’re committed to being a part of answering the call. “Thank you for what you do. Thank you for your selfless sacrifice. And let us all remember those that are lost and the resiliency that we feel about moving ahead. Thank you.” ###",1,2026-09-15T09:50:21Z,2026-09-15T09:52:05Z https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-joins-hrsa-administrator-engels-rural-healthcare,Congressman Aderholt Joins HRSA Administrator Engels for Rural Healthcare Announcement,2026-09-10,2026,2026-09,Republican,House,AL,Robert B. Aderholt,A000055,aderholt.house.gov,aderholt,https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Image September 10, 2026 HALEYVILLE, AL – Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) joined Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Tom Engels, for a Rural Healthcare Champions Recognition Event at Lakeland Community Hospital. “Today, it was an honor to join HRSA Administrator Tom Engels as we celebrated an important milestone for rural healthcare and the communities that depend on it. It was, of course, extra special to be making this announcement in my hometown of Haleyville and at my hometown hospital, Lakeland. “President Trump and his Administration have made strengthening rural healthcare a priority, and I’m proud to have worked with them to advance this important effort. This initiative reflects a deliberate commitment to ensuring our rural hospitals have the resources they need to survive and serve their communities. “As Chairman of the Appropriations Subcommittee overseeing health funding, I was proud to secure and advance the Rural Hospital Provider Assistance Program through the Fiscal Year 2026 Consolidated Appropriations Act. Through this program, eligible hospitals will receive direct financial assistance to help maintain and strengthen essential healthcare services. “Almost 30 rural hospitals in Alabama were eligible to apply for the grant: Atmore Community Hospital, Bibb Medical Center, Bullock County Hospital, Clay County Hospital, Community Hospital Inc, Crenshaw Community Hospital, D W McMillan Memorial Hospital, EAMC-Lanier, Evergreen Medical Center, Fayette Medical Center, Grove Hill Medical Center, Highlands Medical Center, Hill Hospital of Sumter County, Jackson Medical center, John Paul Jones Hospital, Lake Martin Community Hospital, Lakeland Community Hospital, Marion Regional Medical Center, Mizell Memorial Hospital, Monroe Community Hospital, North Baldwin Infirmary, Northwest Medical Center, Regional Medical Center of Central AL, Russell Medical Center, Russellville Hospital, St. Vincent's Hospital, Troy Regional Medical Center, Whitfield Regional Hospital, and Wiregrass Medical Center. “This grant was designed to provide support specifically to small rural hospitals — those that have no more than 50 beds — facing payment disadvantages, with the goal of preserving essential healthcare services and preventing avoidable closures. This is a critical need for our rural communities, those like the ones here in Winston County and the surrounding region that Lakeland serves. “Today, we announced that through the Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program, Lakeland Community Hospital is receiving $490,800 to expand telehealth and establish a non-emergency transportation program for rural patients. Rural families deserve the same access to care as those living in larger cities, and that belief has guided my work throughout my service in Congress. That commitment has meant working directly with hospitals, healthcare providers, and federal agencies to address challenges threatening the long-term viability of rural healthcare. “Our work is not over though. The Fiscal Year 2027 Labor HHS funding bill advanced by the subcommittee also includes significant increases for key rural health initiatives, including expanding the Rural Hospital Provider Assistance Program from $25 million to $100 million. “Rural hospitals are essential to the health and well-being of our communities, and I look forward to seeing this investment help ensure Alabamians, and rural citizens across the country, can continue to receive quality healthcare close to home.” Issues:Health Care",1,2026-09-11T09:25:29Z,2026-09-11T09:27:08Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-named-federal-champion-by-american-flood-coalition/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Named Federal Champion by American Flood Coalition,2026-09-10,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) was named a Federal Champion by the American Flood Coalition (AFC) for her leadership, public service, and commitment to finding solutions to challenges posed by flooding. “Alabama is home to world-class federal research institutions that are leading the country in advancing flood forecasting and mapping capabilities,” said Senator Britt. “I am proud to support their work to deliver accurate, updated rainfall and flood data that engineers, planners, and communities need to build more resilient infrastructure and flood-ready communities. As a Federal Champion, I look forward to working with the American Flood Coalition to ensure those investments reach communities across Alabama and the nation.” “Whether supporting FEMA funding as a senior appropriator or fighting for NOAA facilities in her state, Senator Britt understands that flood resilience starts long before a storm makes landfall,” said Melissa Roberts, AFC Founder and Executive Director. “Her support for effective National Weather Service programs and products means engineers and planners will finally have the data necessary to design roads, bridges, and communities that can withstand today and tomorrow’s storms. We are proud to recognize her leadership as a Federal Champion.” Senator Britt is the lead sponsor of the bipartisan Water Research Optimization Act of 2025 to streamline hydrological forecast modeling within the National Weather Service. She has also been a strong supporter of the Cooperative Institute for Research to Operations in Hydrology (CIROH), a partnership between NOAA, The University of Alabama, and 28 different institutions committed to advancing water prediction and building community resilience to water-related challenges. Additionally, Senator Britt has been a key proponent of NOAA’s forthcoming Atlas 15 nationwide rainfall dataset, among other key tools in development by the Office of Water Prediction. In Fiscal Year 2026 Appropriations funding, Senator Britt secured tens of millions in funding for both CIROH and the National Water Center. Senator Britt serves as Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Homeland Security, where she oversees FEMA’s budget and the Department of Homeland Security’s disaster preparedness and response programs. She also serves on the Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, which oversees the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Civil Works program. Additionally, as a member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, Senator Britt oversees the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant for Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program. ###",1,2026-09-12T09:02:30Z,2026-09-12T09:03:27Z https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-figures-taylor-introduce-revoke-act-crack-down-chameleon-carriers,"Congressman Figures, Taylor Introduce REVOKE Act to Crack Down on Chameleon Carriers",2026-09-04,2026,2026-09,Democrat,House,AL,Shomari Figures,F000481,figures.house.gov,figures,https://figures.house.gov/media,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) and Congressman Dave Taylor (OH-02) introduced the Registration Enforcement for Vehicle Operations of Known Evaders (REVOKE) Act, which will strengthen Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) authority to prevent chameleon carriers from exploiting USDOT registration systems to illegally operate on American roads. “Every day, families share the road with commercial trucks, and they deserve to know that the carriers behind the wheel are held to certain safety standards,” said Congressman Figures. “Chameleon carriers have dodged accountability by simply rotating their USDOT number and popping back up under a new name. I’m proud to introduce this commonsense bill with Congressman Taylor to combat this issue and improve road safety for families in Alabama and across the country.” “For too long, chameleon carriers have exploited gaps in federal enforcement to evade accountability and jeopardize countless American lives,” said Congressman Taylor. “Every commercial vehicle on our nation’s highways should be operated by a driver who is following the rules, not a bad actor hiding behind inactive or illegitimate USDOT numbers. The REVOKE Act will give the Department of Transportation the tools it needs to shut down this dangerous practice, keep unqualified and unsafe operators off American roads, and prevent needless tragedies caused by reckless CDL drivers.” “Chameleon carriers evade federal oversight by cycling through new registrations, putting everyone at risk. The trucking industry is committed to maintaining the highest safety standards on America’s highways, which is why we appreciate FMCSA’s ongoing efforts to identify and remove bad actors who attempt to circumvent the rules,” said American Trucking Associations SVP of Legislative Affairs Alex Rosen. “The REVOKE Act would enhance FMCSA’s enforcement actions by cracking down on carriers seeking to operate under inactive USDOT numbers. ATA applauds Reps. Taylor and Figures for introducing this legislation to strengthen the integrity of our nation’s motor carrier safety framework.” Specifically, this bill:",1,2026-09-05T08:49:07Z,2026-09-05T08:50:44Z https://sewell.house.gov/2026/9/rep-sewell-introduces-legislation-to-protect-college-athletes-from-unexpected-nil-tax-bills,Rep. Sewell Introduces Legislation to Protect College Athletes from Unexpected NIL Tax Bills,2026-09-04,2026,2026-09,Democrat,House,AL,Terri A. Sewell,S001185,sewell.house.gov,sewell,https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C. — As college football season gets underway, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07), a senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee, introduced the Protecting Student-Athletes from Unexpected Tax Liability Act, legislation to help college athletes avoid unexpected federal tax bills and penalties on income they earn through name, image, and likeness (NIL) agreements. “I am thrilled that college athletes are finally being compensated for the tremendous talent, hard work, and value they bring to their schools, communities, and sports,” said Rep. Sewell. “But as the NIL landscape continues to evolve, too many young athletes are being asked to navigate complex tax obligations without the knowledge or resources they need."" “I have heard troubling stories of student-athletes who were unaware of their tax obligations and later found themselves facing significant tax bills and penalties from the IRS after much of their NIL income had already been spent,"" continued Sewell. ""No young person should be blindsided by an unexpected tax liability simply because they did not understand the complex rules that came with their newfound income. My legislation is a commonsense step toward making sure student-athletes are protected from tax burdens that could follow them long after their playing days are over."" The Protecting Student-Athletes from Unexpected Tax Liability Act would require a portion of NIL compensation to be automatically withheld for federal tax purposes, similar to the withholding that occurs with a traditional paycheck. By withholding taxes when NIL income is paid, the legislation would help student-athletes meet their tax obligations throughout the year and reduce the risk of significant, unexpected tax bills and penalties during tax season. Automatic withholding would also simplify tax compliance for student-athletes, many of whom are simultaneously balancing academics, athletics, and the financial responsibilities that come with NIL compensation. The need for this legislation was underscored recently by Sam Acho, a nine-year NFL veteran and former NFL Players Association Vice President, who testified before the House Ways and Means Committee about the financial challenges facing college athletes navigating NIL compensation. Acho shared the example of an 18-year-old college athlete who earned $750,000 in NIL income but, after supporting his family and paying for ordinary living expenses, was left with just over $6,000 and a $320,000 tax bill because he did not understand his tax obligations or make estimated quarterly payments. In his testimony, Acho urged Congress to act and specifically proposed automatic withholding for NIL income as a potential solution. Bill text is available here. ###",1,2026-09-05T08:49:07Z,2026-09-05T08:50:44Z https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-introduces-bill-reverse-presidents-beef-order-and-support-american,Figures Introduces Bill to Reverse President’s Beef Order and Support American Cattle Producers,2026-09-02,2026,2026-09,Democrat,House,AL,Shomari Figures,F000481,figures.house.gov,figures,https://figures.house.gov/media,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) introduced the Protecting American Beef Producers Act, a bill to support American cattle producers by reversing President Trump’s proclamation that allowed for 300,000 metric tons of beef to be imported into the country and sold below market rate. Congressman Figures’ legislation would:",1,2026-09-03T09:29:33Z,2026-09-03T09:31:32Z https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/aderholt-votes-condemn-socialism-and-democratic-socialists-america,Aderholt Votes to Condemn Socialism and the Democratic Socialists of America,2026-09-01,2026,2026-09,Republican,House,AL,Robert B. Aderholt,A000055,aderholt.house.gov,aderholt,https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today voted in favor of a House resolution condemning socialism in all its forms and denouncing the growing influence of the Democratic Socialists of America and their radical agenda. “Socialism does not have a good track record, and history has shown us the consequences when government is given control over the economy and the lives of its citizens,” said Congressman Aderholt. “Under Marxist ideology, everyone shares the poverty. Under capitalism, everyone has the opportunity to share the wealth. “When I was growing up, opposition to communism and Marxism was not a Republican or Democrat issue. Americans understood that these ideologies were fundamentally incompatible with individual liberty, private property and free enterprise. Unfortunately, some of those lessons appear to be fading from our national memory. “The Democratic Socialists of America are no longer simply advocating for a larger government. Their agenda calls for fundamental changes to our constitutional system and greater government control over major sectors of the American economy. These are ideas that Americans should take seriously and reject. “America does not need socialism to address the challenges facing working families. We need policies that give Americans greater opportunity to work, invest, build businesses and succeed. Our free-enterprise system is not perfect, but people throughout history have risked everything to escape socialism for the freedom and opportunity America provides. “I was proud to vote today to condemn socialism and to reaffirm that America's future must remain rooted in individual liberty, constitutional government, and free enterprise.” H. Res. 1490 condemns and denounces socialism in all its forms, including the Democratic Socialists of America, and opposes the implementation of socialist policies in the United States. The resolution also reaffirms support for free, fair and secure elections and the principle that American elections are for American citizens.",1,2026-09-02T09:19:58Z,2026-09-02T09:20:51Z https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-introduces-bill-reverse-trump-administrations-decision-lower-student,Figures Introduces Bill to Reverse Trump Administration’s Decision to Lower Student Loan Limits for Graduate and Professional Education,2026-09-01,2026,2026-09,Democrat,House,AL,Shomari Figures,F000481,figures.house.gov,figures,https://figures.house.gov/media,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) introduced the Restoring Opportunity for Advanced Education Act, legislation that would expand access to graduate and professional education by reversing provisions in H.R. 1, also known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” that limit access to federal student loans for graduate and professional students The “One Big Beautiful Bill” imposed student loan borrowing limits on graduate and professional students and eliminated access to Grad PLUS loans for incoming graduate and professional students, forcing them to borrow through more-expensive alternatives. Graduate students are now limited to borrowing $20,500 annually and $100,000 in aggregate borrowing, while professional students are limited to borrowing $50,000 annually and $200,000 in aggregate borrowing. H.R. 1 also imposes a $257,500 lifetime maximum on student borrowing across federal loan programs. The current loan limits are already lower than the average total cost of a medical degree and legal degrees at many institutions. Additionally, H.R. 1 does not tie loan limits to inflation or take rising education costs into consideration, which means that as prices rise, the gap between the cost of a higher education degree and the loan limits will continue to increase, putting certain career choices further out of reach for countless students.",1,2026-09-02T09:19:58Z,2026-09-02T09:20:51Z https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/palmer-votes-condemn-socialism,Palmer Votes to Condemn Socialism,2026-09-01,2026,2026-09,Republican,House,AL,Gary J. Palmer,P000609,palmer.house.gov,palmer,https://palmer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"For Immediate Release Media Contact: Hope Martin (202) 225-4921 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) voted in favor of H. Res. 1490, a resolution condemning and denouncing socialism in all its forms. Following the vote, Rep. Palmer released the following statement:",1,2026-09-02T09:19:58Z,2026-09-02T09:20:51Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-honors-ashlie-combs-of-rainbow-city-as-september-veteran-of-the-month/,Tuberville Honors Ashlie Combs of Rainbow City as September “Veteran of the Month”,2026-09-01,2026,2026-09,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) released a video honoring U.S. Army Specialist Ashlie Combs as the September “Veteran of the Month.” Excerpts of Sen. Tuberville’s remarks can be found below, and complete remarks can be found here. “Veterans’ mental health is one of the most unspoken struggles our brave men and women in uniform endure after serving our country. Many struggle silently and alone, which is why suicide has become a leading cause of death among our veterans. Combatting the mental health crisis for Alabama veterans has become the number one mission of U.S. Army Specialist Ashlie Combs of Rainbow City. Ashlie enlisted in the Army in 2003 after graduating from Bay Minette High School. She grew up in a military family, so she knew the hardships of military life. But the September 11th attacks made Ashlie want to do her part to protect our great country. […] Along the way, she got involved in the local Veterans Treatment Court where she has spent countless hours helping set vets up for success. Ashlie goes to great lengths to see veterans through their treatment from start to finish. She recently received her graduate degree in counseling from Auburn University so that she can do this kind of work full-time. […] September is Suicide Prevention Month, and we are fortunate to have veterans like Ashlie who use their experience to help veterans struggling with their mental health. It is my honor to recognize Ashlie Combs as the September ‘Veteran of the Month.’” Constituents can nominate an Alabama veteran and submit their information to Sen. Tuberville’s office for consideration in the 2026 “Veteran of the Month” series by emailing press_office@tuberville.senate.gov. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-09-03T09:29:33Z,2026-09-03T09:31:32Z https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-calls-emergency-hearing-president-trumps-beef-order,Figures Calls for Emergency Hearing on President Trump’s Beef Order,2026-08-31,2026,2026-08,Democrat,House,AL,Shomari Figures,F000481,figures.house.gov,figures,https://figures.house.gov/media,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) sent a letter to House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT"" Thompson requesting a hearing to examine President Trump’s recent proclamation authorizing the import of 300,000 metric tons of foreign beef that can be sold below market-rate, a move that provides minimal to no relief to consumers while harming the long-term viability of local cattle farmers. “The Administration has stated that the action is intended to address elevated beef prices and increase the supply of ground beef for American consumers,” Figures wrote. “However, the decision has raised significant concerns among cattle producers, agricultural organizations, and consumers about what, if any, economic relief this policy will provide. Furthermore, industry stakeholders have raised concerns that the potential long-term negative impacts of this policy, including higher beef prices and forcing cattle farmers out of business, outweigh any short-term relief, which would be temporary and minimal at best.” This move by President Trump comes at a time when farmers are already being hammered by the President’s war in Iran and retaliatory tariffs caused by the White House’s reckless trade policies.",1,2026-09-01T09:48:49Z,2026-09-01T09:49:51Z https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-introduce-bill-protect-alabama-cattle-farmers-president-trumps-beef,Figures to Introduce Bill to Protect Alabama Cattle Farmers from President Trump’s Beef Order,2026-08-27,2026,2026-08,Democrat,House,AL,Shomari Figures,F000481,figures.house.gov,figures,https://figures.house.gov/media,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) announced that he plans to introduce legislation to reverse President Trump’s plan to allow up to 300,000 metric tons of foreign ground beef to enter the United States tariff-free over the next 90 days—a move that gives little to no relief to consumers and serves as a significant disadvantage to American cattle farmers. Congressman Figures has continuously pushed to help American farmers. For example, he introduced the Tariff Impacted Farmer Support Act of 2026 to temporarily authorize up to $15 billion in relief for family farms in direct response to Trump’s $20 billion taxpayer bailout to the Government of Argentina while American agricultural producers are facing measurable financial strain.",1,2026-08-27T16:10:01Z,2026-08-27T16:10:50Z https://sewell.house.gov/2026/8/rep-sewell-celebrates-the-fda-approval-of-a-new-drug-for-pancreatic-cancer,Rep. Sewell Celebrates the FDA Approval of a New Drug for Pancreatic Cancer,2026-08-27,2026,2026-08,Democrat,House,AL,Terri A. Sewell,S001185,sewell.house.gov,sewell,https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Birmingham, AL - Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) celebrated the Food and Drug Administration's approval of daraxonrasib, a new drug for treating advanced pancreatic cancer. This drug, taken as two pills a day, is the first treatment that substantially extends the lives of patients with pancreatic cancer. ""This is incredible news,"" celebrated Rep. Sewell. ""No family in America has been spared the scourge of cancer, including my own. Having lost my mother, the late Nancy Gardner Sewell, to pancreatic cancer, I know firsthand the heartbreak and devastation this disease can bring to a family. That is why I am overjoyed to join millions of Americans in celebrating this historic victory which will help revolutionize the way we treat pancreatic cancer."" ""The FDA’s approval of daraxonrasib offers new hope to pancreatic cancer patients and their loved ones, and represents a remarkable step forward in our fight against one of the deadliest forms of cancer,"" continued Rep. Sewell. ""Breakthroughs like this one highlight why we must continue investing in lifesaving research - so that one day we will not only be able to treat pancreatic cancer, but cure it!” Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest major cancers, with a five-year survival rate below 20%. This cutting-edge drug, which will be sold under the brand name Rasonque, was approved for patients who have metastatic pancreatic cancer and have already tried chemotherapy. In clinical trials, participants who received daraxonrasib lived for a median of over 13 months, compared with less than seven months for those who received chemotherapy. Some patients who have gotten the drug through clinical trials have lived for years. This new breakthrough comes just months after the passage of the Nancy Gardner Sewell Multi-Cancer Early Detection Act, a bipartisan law that ensures seniors on Medicare can get access to the latest lifesaving cancer screening tests. Co-sponsored by Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL) and Rep. Jodey Arrington (R-TX), the bill was one of the most sponsored bill in the 199th Congress with 339 House co-sponsors and 68 Senate co-sponsors and was signed into law by President Trump on February 3, 2026. ###",1,2026-08-28T17:11:49Z,2026-08-28T17:13:14Z https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-joins-trump-administration-and-alabama-delegation,Congressman Aderholt Joins Trump Administration and Alabama Delegation in Announcment for $144 million to Improve Rural Healthcare,2026-08-25,2026,2026-08,Republican,House,AL,Robert B. Aderholt,A000055,aderholt.house.gov,aderholt,https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"The Trump Administration announced today that a $144 million investment is being delivered to improve health outcomes for Alabamians through the federal Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) This investment will support 138 grants to expand access to care, modernize healthcare technology and infrastructure and strengthen the rural healthcare workforce. This funding will help rural providers modernize their technology and cybersecurity, enhance telehealth and mobile care services, strengthen emergency and maternal care, and improve access to mental health and substance use care. The Trump Administration is also investing in expanding the healthcare workforce through training, scholarships, apprenticeships, and recruitment efforts, while helping local providers strengthen community-based care and better coordinate services. These investments will help make healthcare more accessible, connected, secure and sustainable across Alabama regardless of your zip code. “President Trump understands that every American deserves high-quality healthcare, no matter where they live,” said Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. “We are putting resources directly into rural communities to strengthen the health workforce, modernize infrastructure, expand access, and bring care closer to home. We are giving states the flexibility to build solutions around the people they serve, while demanding accountability for results. That is how we strengthen rural health, improve the lives of patients and families, and Make America Healthy Again.” “President Trump made a historic commitment to rural America, and these investments are turning that commitment into better care for patients in communities across Alabama,” said Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz. “This is what rural health transformation should look like: federal investment that is putting patients first, driving lasting improvements and expanding healthcare for the hardworking Americans who call these communities home.” Today’s investment was made possible through the Working Families Tax Cuts Act— passed by Republicans in Congress and unanimously opposed by Democrats — delivering a historic $50 billion investment to help states transform the way healthcare is delivered in America. “Alabama is serious about creating systematic changes through the ARHTP to ensure every citizen has access to quality care. This program is enabling institutions covering every part of the state to improve healthcare for Alabamians through projects that are both innovative and sustainable,” said Gov. Kay Ivey. “From the federal policymakers and state administrators to our professional healthcare leaders, I commend all the thoughtful work dedicated to ensuring the success of this program.” ""The Rural Health Transformation Program reflects a deliberate commitment by President Trump and his administration to ensuring our rural hospitals have the resources they need to survive and serve their communities. Representing one of the more rural congressional districts in America has taught me that where a person lives should never determine the quality of healthcare they receive or the opportunities available to them,"" said Rep. Robert Aderholt. ""I am proud of this historic investment that will improve healthcare access, quality and outcomes for Alabama’s rural communities and look forward to seeing improvements across the state."" ""Investing in rural healthcare is critical to making sure every Alabamian, regardless of their zip code, has access to high-quality healthcare. I’m thankful to the Trump Administration for continuing to recognize this and invest in our communities. I was proud to vote for this funding, and I look forward to seeing how this investment improves the lives of people across our state,"" said Sen. Katie Boyd Britt. “There has been no greater champion for rural America than President Trump,” said Sen. Tommy Tuberville. “This $144 million investment that the Trump administration is making in rural healthcare will make a real difference in the lives of thousands of Alabamians. I’m grateful to President Trump, Secretary Kennedy, and CMS Administrator Dr. Oz for their leadership on this and look forward to Alabama reaping the benefits of this important investment.” “Too many families in rural Alabama have had to travel too far or waited too long to get the care they need. President Trump understands that rural communities deserve the same access to quality healthcare as Americans anywhere else, and this investment will help make that a reality,” said Rep. Barry Moore. “By strengthening our rural healthcare workforce, expanding mental health and emergency services, and giving local providers the tools they need to modernize, we are investing in the people and communities that make Alabama strong. I’m proud to join President Trump and Republicans in Congress delivering real results for rural Alabama and putting patients first.” “President Trump continues to establish himself as the strongest advocate Alabama has ever had in the White House,” said Rep. Mike Rogers. “This investment is a huge win for the residents of our rural counties who often struggle to access adequate healthcare. The Trump Administration promised to Make America Healthy Again, and they are delivering yet again.” “The Trump Administration and Republicans in Congress provided Alabama with more than $203 million in federal funding, and Governor Ivey and state leaders are putting those dollars to work on priorities identified right here at home,” said Rep. Dale Strong. “From modernizing rural hospitals and expanding mental health services to training the next generation of doctors and nurses, this investment is delivering real results for rural communities across our state.” “Having proposed the inclusion of the Rural Health Transformation Fund into the Working Family Tax Cuts Act, I am proud to see this investment now making a real difference for communities across Alabama,” said Rep. Gary Palmer. “Rural communities have faced challenges accessing quality healthcare and attracting and retaining healthcare professionals for too long. This funding will help Alabama strengthen its rural healthcare workforce, expand access to critical services, and give providers the tools they need to better serve their patients. I am grateful to President Trump and his Administration for working with Congress to turn this idea into action and invest in the long-term health of rural America.”",1,2026-08-26T05:33:32Z,2026-08-26T05:34:56Z https://sewell.house.gov/2026/8/rep-sewell-statement-on-supreme-court-decision-on-mail-in-voting,Rep. Sewell Statement on Supreme Court Decision on Mail-In Voting,2026-08-25,2026,2026-08,Democrat,House,AL,Terri A. Sewell,S001185,sewell.house.gov,sewell,https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C.— Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released the following statement on the decision by the U.S. Supreme Court clearing the way for President Trump's restrictions on mail-in voting: “President Trump is terrified of losing at the ballot box in November. He knows his policies are raising costs and hurting families, so instead of changing course, he is trying to change the rules to make it harder for Americans to vote. It is shameful that the Supreme Court would allow these restrictions to proceed—especially when we know that voting by mail is safe, secure, and used by millions of Americans, including President Trump himself. With just weeks left until the midterm elections, this decision will cause chaos and confusion for voters across the nation. ""As a daughter of Selma and the top Democrat on the Elections Subcommittee, I will not stand for these attacks on the ballot. I will keep fighting to protect the right to vote and ensure every eligible American can make their voice heard.” ###",1,2026-08-26T05:33:32Z,2026-08-26T05:34:56Z https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-aderholt-mourns-loss-cullman-businessman-oldest-living,"Congressman Aderholt Mourns the Loss of Cullman Businessman, Oldest Living Marine, Roy Drinkard at 106",2026-08-24,2026,2026-08,Republican,House,AL,Robert B. Aderholt,A000055,aderholt.house.gov,aderholt,https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Cullman, AL —Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) released the following statement on the passing of Roy Drinkard of Cullman, a World War II veteran, businessman and longtime community leader. Drinkard was 106 years old. “Caroline and I were so sad to learn of the passing of our friend, Mr. Roy Drinkard. Roy lived 106 remarkable years, and it would be difficult to measure the impact he had on Cullman, our state and the countless people who had the privilege of knowing him. “Roy was part of a generation of Americans who understood service as a responsibility. As a young man, he served our nation as a United States Marine during World War II, including service in the Pacific. That commitment to service continued throughout the rest of his life, whether it was through his work in business, his efforts to bring new jobs and opportunities to North Alabama, his support for education, or the many ways he helped people throughout his community. “Roy had an entrepreneurial spirit and a vision for what Cullman could become. His work with the ‘Flying 50’ and his nearly three decades leading the Cullman Industrial Development Board helped transform the local economy and attract new industry to the area. But his impact reached far beyond Cullman. In fact, many people may not realize that the new movie theater in Albertville, in Marshall County, is a Roy Drinkard development. It is just one example of the investments he made in communities across North Alabama and throughout the Southeast. “He was also a longtime trustee of Troy University and believed strongly in education and creating opportunities for the next generation. Over the years, his generosity helped provide educational opportunities for many young people. “His list of accomplishments is long, but those accomplishments are not what I will remember most about Roy. I will remember the man himself. Roy was a good man, a man of faith and a good friend. He had a genuine interest in people, and no matter who you were, he had a way of making you feel welcome. “Even at 106, Roy remained an extraordinary representative of the United States Marine Corps and of the World War II generation. He was recently inducted into the Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame, and at the time of his passing held the distinction of being the oldest living United States Marine. “Caroline and I are grateful for Roy’s friendship and for the example he set during a life that spanned more than a century. We are praying for the Drinkard family and for the many people across Alabama who are mourning his loss. “Roy, while we are sad at your passing, we take comfort in knowing you are now celebrating in the presence of the Lord. You lived a life of service to your country, your community and your fellow man, and you will be greatly missed.”",1,2026-08-25T05:31:37Z,2026-08-25T05:33:09Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/icymi-u-s-senator-katie-britt-joins-hannity-on-fox-news-2/,ICYMI: U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins Hannity on Fox News,2026-08-21,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) joined Hannity on Fox News last night on a panel with Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) where the pair discussed how the Democratic Socialists of America are no longer on the fringe of the Democratic Party, but have taken over the Democratic Party entirely. Senator Britt touted Republican wins that are aligned with the American people, and contrasted progressive candidates’ radical priorities that are out of touch with reality. On the Democratic Socialists of America taking over the Democratic Party: “The Democratic Socialists of America are not the fringe anymore, Sean, of the Democratic Party, they have taken over the Democratic Party. … Look, America has to wake up. You just talked about some of these Democrats that have stood up in Michigan and said, ‘Hey, El-Sayed is not for us. We do not believe in abolishing prisons and jails and police and ICE and borders and so on and so on.’ “I believe that’s just the beginning. I think more and more Democrats are going to stand up and say, that is not for us. And the thing is, they [Democratic Socialists] have taken over. You saw that not only in Michigan. You saw it in Florida … They are wrong on the policies and they’re wrong on their priorities. You have Senator Cotton… whose actual opponent there in Arkansas has said, look, ‘I’m going to fly down to Peru to be a part of a transgender parade.’ It is absolute insanity. And so, they have taken over. They are driving the narrative. And this is not only bad for the Democratic Party, it’s bad for America. … “We don’t have to ask them, we need to believe what they’re saying …they hate America … It’s pretty disgusting, Sean … the days of your grandfather’s Democratic party, they’re over.” On the stakes of the upcoming midterm elections: “There is a ton at stake here, Sean, and I think that you can also balance that with telling the American people what we’ve done … [T]he largest tax cuts in American history that were delivered by President Trump, the strongest border in history, delivered by President Trump, safe streets delivered by President Trump, law and order, again, delivered by President Trump. So, we have so much more that we want to do and accomplish. So, we’re certainly going to talk about what we have done and what we want to do, but we also have to expose these people for who they are. I mean, they have absolutely lost their mind. And this is not a fringe. This is who the Democratic Party is now. “They want to make sure that … transgender surgeries for your children, that you don’t have to talk to the parents about it … They’re jihadist sympathizers. We’re seeing that they’re with El-Sayed. You’re seeing Hasan Piker become the voice and the spokesperson there for the Democratic Party. So, I think we have to highlight it because America needs to know what we’re up against and I think this is going to make sure that in November, people turn away from that.” You can watch the full interview here. ###",1,2026-08-22T05:24:59Z,2026-08-22T05:26:16Z https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/aderholt-celebrates-grand-opening-auburn-university-applied-research,Aderholt Celebrates Grand Opening of Auburn University Applied Research Institute Lab in Huntsville,2026-08-19,2026,2026-08,Republican,House,AL,Robert B. Aderholt,A000055,aderholt.house.gov,aderholt,https://aderholt.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"HUNTSVILLE, AL — Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) joined fellow members of Alabama’s congressional delegation and Auburn University leaders Tuesday to celebrate the grand opening of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute Lab in Huntsville, highlighting the university’s growing role in strengthening America’s national defense and advancing cutting-edge technology. Aderholt was joined at the August 18 event by U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, Congressman Mike Rogers, Congressman Dale Strong, and his wife, Caroline Aderholt, who serves on the Auburn University Board of Trustees. “This new facility represents the forward-thinking collaboration that keeps Alabama as a cornerstone of America’s defense industry,” said Congressman Aderholt. “Auburn continues to demonstrate how academic excellence, innovative research, and a commitment to service can come together to address the real-world needs of our warfighters and strengthen our national security.” Aderholt has championed Auburn University’s work on the Pathfinder Multi-domain Operations program through directed appropriations. The program connects Auburn students and researchers with the needs of American soldiers, helping develop solutions to immediate battlefield challenges while providing students with hands-on experience supporting the nation’s armed forces. “The Pathfinder Program has proven invaluable to our warfighters while creating a unique opportunity for Auburn students to put their talents to work in service to our country,” Aderholt said. “It is exactly the kind of partnership we should be encouraging—one that strengthens our national security while preparing the next generation of American innovators.” The new Auburn University Applied Research Institute facility builds upon Alabama’s longstanding leadership in defense, aerospace, engineering, cybersecurity, and advanced technology. Located in Huntsville, the institute further connects Auburn’s research capabilities with the defense and technology community that has made North Alabama one of the nation’s most important centers for national security innovation. “Auburn University is one of the proud pillars of innovation in our state, and this new facility is another example of Alabama leading the way,” Aderholt said. “From advanced engineering and cybersecurity to defense research, Auburn is turning world-class academic expertise into practical results. I am proud to support that work and look forward to seeing what will be accomplished here in the years ahead.” The Auburn University Applied Research Institute represents a continued investment in defense research and advanced technology development, further strengthening Alabama’s contribution to the nation’s defense industrial base.",1,2026-08-20T05:28:41Z,2026-08-20T05:29:58Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-attends-grand-opening-of-auburn-university-applied-research-institute-in-huntsville/,Tuberville Attends Grand Opening of Auburn University Applied Research Institute in Huntsville,2026-08-19,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"HUNTSVILLE, AL – This week, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) attended the grand opening of Auburn University’s Applied Research Institute in Huntsville. The new 90,000 square-foot facility will be helping equip the next generation of engineers, scientists, and technicians to solve national security issues and will help support space innovation and exploration. The facility is home to a one-of-a-kind space electronics testing capability as well as other advanced manufacturing and rapid prototyping abilities. The construction of this state-of-the-art facility helps ensure Alabama remains the premier hub for our nation’s defense and aerospace infrastructure. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-08-20T05:28:41Z,2026-08-20T05:29:58Z https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-hold-fourth-annual-academy-day,Strong to hold Fourth Annual Academy Day,2026-08-17,2026,2026-08,Republican,House,AL,Dale W. Strong,S001220,strong.house.gov,strong,https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representative Dale W. Strong (AL-05) will host a Military Service and Academy Day on August 22 for high school students interested in attending a United States service academy. ""The fact that so many North Alabamians willingly answer the call to serve our nation in uniform speaks volumes of the patriotism held by our district’s youth,” said Representative Dale W. Strong. “It has been my honor to nominate over 150 young men and women to date to attend U.S. service academies and ensure students are prepared to take the next step in their path to leading the next generation of American servicemembers.” Representative Strong’s fourth annual Academy Day will take place on Saturday, August 22 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at the Auburn University Research and Innovation Campus in Huntsville. The event will include academy representatives from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy, and the Marine Merchant Academy; military preparatory schools; and representatives with collegiate ROTC and Alabama National Guard programs. To attend a military service academy, students must meet certain eligibility requirements and receive a nomination from a Member of Congress, the Vice President, or the President. Students interested in receiving a nomination from Representative Strong are encouraged to attend. More information on the nomination process will be provided at the event and can be found HERE. WHAT: Rep. Strong Academy Day WHEN: Saturday, August 22 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm WHERE: Auburn University Research and Innovation Campus 345 Voyager Way, Huntsville, AL 35806 ###",1,2026-08-18T05:27:41Z,2026-08-18T05:29:06Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-receives-terwilliger-bipartisanship-in-housing-award/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Receives Terwilliger Bipartisanship in Housing Award,2026-08-17,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) was named a 2026 recipient of the Terwilliger Bipartisanship in Housing Award from the Bipartisan Policy Center for her work to advance solutions that create safe, affordable, and accessible housing for Americans across the country. “I’m honored to receive the Terwilliger Bipartisanship in Housing Award from the Bipartisan Policy Center. Housing affordability is one of the biggest challenges facing families across Alabama and our nation, and I’m proud to work with colleagues on both sides of the aisle to advance meaningful, lasting solutions that help more families achieve the American Dream of homeownership,” said Senator Britt. “The Bipartisan Policy Center is honored to name Senator Katie Britt a 2026 recipient of the Terwilliger Bipartisanship in Housing Award. Her advocacy in the Senate reflects a genuine commitment to improving the lives of Alabamians and Americans across our nation. In large part because of her tireless efforts, several pieces of legislation this Congress, including her bill, the Helping More Families Save Act, were enacted into law. BPC is truly grateful for her efforts to fight for affordable and accessible housing solutions, and we are proud to present her with this award,” said Dennis Shea, Executive Vice President of the Terwilliger Center for Housing Policy. As Chair of the Housing, Transportation, and Community Development Subcommittee on the Senate Banking Committee, Senator Britt has prioritized addressing a number of housing-related issues, including homelessness and housing supply expansion. She recently praised the enactment of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which included several of her bipartisan housing priorities. Among those were the Helping More Families Save Act, which establishes a pilot program to expand participation in the HUD Family Self Sufficiency Program, the Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act, which will ensure veterans who receive disability payments from their service do not have their eligibility penalized for housing support, and the Housing Supply Expansion Act of 2025, which will remove an unnecessary federal requirement that manufactured homes maintain a permanent chassis. Senator Britt also introduced the bipartisan Homeless Children and Youth Act (HCYA), which would support the 4.2 million youth and young adults experiencing homelessness each year in the United States and ensure that all individuals experiencing homelessness have access to the support they need to exit homelessness for good. ###",1,2026-08-18T05:27:41Z,2026-08-18T05:29:06Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senators-katie-britt-jon-ossoff-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-address-alarming-rise-in-colorectal-cancer/,"U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Jon Ossoff Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Address Alarming Rise in Colorectal Cancer",2026-08-17,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) is introducing a bipartisan bill to expand early detection of colorectal cancer alongside Senator Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.). The Colorectal Cancer Early Detection Act would help address the recent rise in colorectal cancer rates in younger Americans. According to recent studies, colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related death for Americans under 50, despite being highly preventable and treatable when detected early. “The staggering rise in colorectal cancer we’re seeing across the country demands action. We know that this especially aggressive cancer is affecting younger Americans now more than ever. We must give states and healthcare providers the resources they need to better inform and treat the public, which is why I’m proud to introduce this legislation with Senator Ossoff,” said Senator Britt. The Senators’ bipartisan bill would provide funding to states to help individuals get screened for colorectal cancer, increase public awareness, and support health care professionals. “Early cancer detection saves lives, and too many Georgians have shared heartbreaking stories with me about losing loved ones to colorectal cancer. I’m introducing this bipartisan bill with Senator Britt to expand early detection of colorectal cancer and better protect young Georgians from this devastating disease,” said Senator Ossoff. Nearly 2,700 Alabamians will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2026, and colorectal cancer cases in Alabamians under 50 jumped from around 9 per 100,000 people in the early 2000s to 12.1 in 2022, according to CDC and NIH estimates. Senator Britt has been a longtime champion of legislation to improve the health of Americans, including efforts aimed at fighting cancer. She introduced the Access to Breast Cancer Diagnosis (ABCD) Act, a piece of bipartisan, bicameral legislation that would eliminate out-of-pocket expenses for diagnostic breast cancer tests, making them more accessible and affordable. She also leads several bills related to women’s health, including the Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act, the Women’s Heart Health Expansion Act, and the NIH IMPROVE Act. Her work has received praise from the American Association for Cancer Research(AACR), Association of American Cancer Institutes and United for Medical Research, among several other entities. You can view the full bill text of the Colorectal Cancer Early Detection Act here. ###",1,2026-08-18T05:27:41Z,2026-08-18T05:29:06Z https://figures.house.gov/media/press-releases/figures-announces-85-million-fix-runway-montgomery-airport,Figures Announces $8.5 Million to Fix Runway at the Montgomery Airport,2026-08-14,2026,2026-08,Democrat,House,AL,Shomari Figures,F000481,figures.house.gov,figures,https://figures.house.gov/media,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02), a member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, announced that over $8.5 million in federal funding has been awarded for renovations and improvements at the Montgomery Regional Airport. The funding will help strengthen core airport infrastructure while enhancing safety and operational efficiency. These improvements are critical to ensuring the airport can meet current needs, maintain compliance with federal standards, and support continued growth in passenger travel and business activity. “I'm thrilled to see our community receive significant federal support and investment with over $8.5 million in federal funding,” said Congressman Figures. “The Montgomery Regional Airport is essential to our local, state and regional economy, and this funding will help to make necessary infrastructure updates to improve conditions at the airport and ensure its long-term viability.” The $8,506,686 in federal funding comes through a Department of Transportation grant and will go toward rehabilitating over 9,000 feet of existing runway to enhance structural integrity, minimize debris, and extend the useful lifetime of the runway.",1,2026-08-16T05:26:31Z,2026-08-16T05:27:49Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-receives-alabama-wildlife-federations-legislative-conservationist-of-the-year-award/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Receives Alabama Wildlife Federation’s Legislative Conservationist of the Year Award,2026-08-14,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) was named Legislative Conservationist of the Year by the Board of Directors of the Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) at the 2026 AWF Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards banquet. Senator Britt is a previous board member of AWF and has continued her advocacy for Alabama’s abundance of natural resources in the United States Senate. Senator Britt was recognized at this 40-year-old event that celebrates individuals and organizations who have made great contributions to the conservation of Alabama’s wildlife and natural resources. “Alabamians know that ‘Alabama the Beautiful’ isn’t just a reflection of our state’s splendor and abundant natural resources, it’s a testament to our incredible farmers, fisherman, foresters, cattlemen, and so many more who work tirelessly to steward and preserve them,” said Senator Britt. “It’s a true honor to be named the Legislative Conservationist of the Year by the Alabama Wildlife Federation—an organization that I have been proud to serve in and now partner with to advance important legislative priorities. From our pristine Gulf Coast, to our rivers and waterways, to our farmland, to the millions of acres of forests that cover our great state, Alabama’s beauty is second-to-none. It’s an incredible privilege to fight for responsible conservation solutions in the Senate that protect these God-given resources and support the Alabamians who tend to them each and every day.” Due to votes in Washington, D.C., Senator Britt was unable to attend the banquet. Her award was accepted by her father, Julian Boyd. “Senator Britt has worked tirelessly to champion common-sense wildlife and natural resource conservation principles that help balance use, management, and protection of those important resources. AWF commends Senator Britt for earning and receiving this prestigious award,” said Tim L. Gothard, AWF Executive Director. Through this award, AWF recognized Senator Britt’s many conservation efforts, including: Securing $52 million to support Department of Interior efforts to combat aquatic invasive species such as hydrilla, eel grass, and milfoil. Securing $5 million to support critical work of the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission. Securing $1 million to support oyster restoration in Alabama waters. Working to expand the Talladega National Forest and Hollins Wildlife Management Area by 1,400 acres. Cosponsoring the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act to foster pro-active management of wildlife species before they need listing under the Endangered Species Act. Cosponsoring the White Oak Resiliency Act to promote white oak dominant woodlands through public/private partnerships. Cosponsoring the Disaster Reforestation Act to help private landowners re-establish beneficial forests after major disasters. Launching the Senate Stewardship Caucus dedicated to conserving public lands and waters, recovering wildlife habitats, and promoting responsible land and natural resource management. ###",1,2026-08-19T05:29:02Z,2026-08-19T06:33:17Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-joins-colleagues-on-legislation-introduced-by-senator-alan-armstrong-to-fix-broken-permitting-process/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins Colleagues on Legislation Introduced by Senator Alan Armstrong to Fix Broken Permitting Process,2026-08-13,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) joined 16 of her Republican colleagues in supporting the American Energy and Mineral Infrastructure (AEMI) Act introduced by Senator Alan Armstrong (R-Okla.). This legislation would reform many aspects of the federal permitting process and accelerate construction of critical energy and mineral infrastructure. “As America continues to lead in industries that require a higher energy demand, like artificial intelligence and manufacturing, it’s critical that we modernize our infrastructure to keep up. This bill creates regulatory certainty for energy and critical mineral projects alike, and it continues to execute on President Trump’s promise to unleash American energy dominance and compete with the People’s Republic of China by slashing burdensome red tape, ensuring environmental decision-making is based on sound science, and preventing partisan politics from inhibiting this necessary growth,” said Senator Britt. It is critical that we have the necessary infrastructure to facilitate America becoming not just energy independent, but energy dominant. The AEMI Act would accomplish that by streamlining federal permitting, reducing opportunities for frivolous litigation that delays projects, and preventing politically motivated vetoes of critical American energy and mineral infrastructure. “Our national energy infrastructure is like a bridge: nobody really cares about it until it falls down, and the cracks are starting to show right now. We have a narrow window to act, and we cannot afford to let this opportunity pass us by. I am grateful to my 17 Senate colleagues who are co-sponsoring the AEMI Act. Together, we recognize that America cannot afford another year of delay,” said Senator Armstrong. The AEMI Act has 17 total cosponsors, including Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Jon Husted (R-Ohio), John Kennedy (R-La.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), David McCormick (R-Pa.), Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.), and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.). Senator Britt is an original cosponsor. You can view the full bill text here. Senator Britt has been a leader on unleashing American energy during her time in Congress, joining a bicameral group of her colleagues in introducing theUnlocking Domestic LNG Potential Act and cosponsoring the Offshore Energy Security Act of 2025. ###",1,2026-08-14T06:13:05Z,2026-08-14T06:14:08Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senators-katie-britt-catherine-cortez-masto-introduce-the-space-superiority-readiness-act-of-2026/,"U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Catherine Cortez Masto Introduce the Space Superiority Readiness Act of 2026",2026-08-12,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) introduced the bipartisan Space Superiority Readiness Act of 2026 to strengthen Space Force readiness. The bill would expand wargaming, modeling, simulation, and training for Space Force Guardians to establish space superiority. Space is central to deterring foreign adversaries. U.S. forces depend on space-based systems for missile warning, positioning and navigation, communications, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and targeting. A capable adversary’s ability to disrupt those services could undermine U.S. operations from the outset of a conflict. The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission warns that China is rapidly expanding its space and counterspace capabilities and the U.S. needs to stay ahead. “It is well documented that China is determined to dominate the space domain and is working tirelessly to advance its space programs by investing in key sectors of the commercial space economy. The Space Superiority Readiness Act of 2026 underscores how critical space is as a warfighting domain. The United States must be able to maintain space control in a potential conflict with the People’s Republic of China and have the resources and capability required to respond and react to future threats. I’m proud that Alabama has established itself as pivotal to our national space priorities, and I will continue fighting to ensure that our state and nation remain at the forefront of this mission,” said Senator Britt. The Space Superiority Readiness Act would require training programs for space operators focused on the tactics, techniques, and procedures necessary for the U.S. to remain ahead in space. It would also improve visibility into China’s space sector by requiring, within 180 days of enactment, an unclassified report to Congress on Chinese commercial space capabilities and their potential military applications. This legislation helps bring greater focus to the importance of space readiness and ensures Congress continues to prioritize the capabilities needed to deter and respond to future threats. You can read the full text of the bill here. “Space is a cutting-edge frontier we must take seriously. Communist China is expanding its military activities in space, and the United States cannot afford to fall behind,” said Senator Cortez Masto. “Senator Britt and I recently saw the incredible work the U.S. Space Force is doing at Pituffik Space Base in Greenland, and I know that by providing Guardians with the tools, training, and resources they need, they will continue to be ready to confront any threat.” Senator Britt has also been the tip of the spear in ensuring America maintains the ability to achieve space control, strengthening our national security, and supporting Alabama’s deep-space leadership. She fought to bring U.S. Space Command headquarters back to its rightful home in Huntsville, Alabama. Space Command employs personnel from across U.S. military branches, including Space Force. Senator Britt has also long championed Huntsville’s Marshall Space Flight Center and its programs, including the Space Launch System (SLS), which helped power the recent Artemis II mission to deep space. In the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, Senator Britt directly advocated for Alabama’s space programs, securing $4.1 billion for the SLS to support Artemis IV and V missions and $100 million for upgrades at Marshall Space Flight Center. ###",1,2026-08-13T06:17:16Z,2026-08-13T06:18:13Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senators-katie-britt-james-lankford-colleagues-introduce-legislation-protecting-military-chaplains/,"U.S. Senators Katie Britt, James Lankford, Colleagues Introduce Legislation Protecting Military Chaplains",2026-08-12,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) joined Senator James Lankford (R-Okla.) and colleagues in introducing the Military Chaplains Modernization Act of 2026 (MCMA) to codify the purpose, role, duties, and professional qualifications of military chaplains and to protect chaplains from being forced to violate their sincerely held religious beliefs. “Military chaplains serve a unique and important role in our armed forces, providing spiritual guidance to our men and women in uniform. That is why it is imperative that their deeply held religious beliefs must be protected throughout their time in the military. I’m proud to support this legislation and the faith leaders who serve in our armed forces,” said Senator Britt. “For our country’s 250-year history, military chaplains have walked alongside our service members through the hardest moments of their lives, offering prayer, counsel, and hope in isolated posts and combat zones alike,” said Senator Lankford. “Chaplains serve because they are called to it. Congress has a responsibility to make sure they can carry out that calling faithfully, without being forced to violate the tenets of their faith and without fear of retaliation for holding to what they believe. This bill honors the men and women who minister to our heroes who defend our nation.” Joining Senators Britt and Lankford in cosponsoring the legislation are Senators Mike Rounds (R-S. Dak.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), and Kevin Cramer (R-N. Dak.). The bill is also supported by the Armed Forces Chaplains Board, which provides advice and recommendations to Department of War (DOW) officials on matters of religious exercise. The Military Chaplains Modernization Act codifies the purpose, role, duties, and professional qualifications of chaplains across the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Space Force and guarantee that chaplains may conduct worship, provide counseling, teach, deliver sermons, minister, and offer prayer in accordance with their sincerely held religious beliefs and the tenets of their religious-endorsing organization, free from censorship, undue restriction, or fear of retribution. It would prohibit any member of the armed forces from requiring or assigning a chaplain to perform any rite, ritual, ceremony, sermon, speech, task, or action contrary to the chaplain’s sincerely held religious beliefs and protects chaplains from retaliation or adverse personnel actions, including denial of promotion, letters of reprimand, and negative entries in the chaplain’s record, for refusing to violate their beliefs. Senator Britt is a fierce advocate of religious freedom, previously introducing the Reaffirming Every Servicemember’s Trust Over Religious Exemptions (RESTORE) Act, which would build upon the Allowing Military Exemptions, Recognizing Individual Concerns About New Shots (AMERICANS) Act of 2025, which would provide remedies to military servicemembers harmed by the DoD’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate. You can read the full text of the bill here. ###",1,2026-08-13T06:17:16Z,2026-08-13T06:18:13Z https://sewell.house.gov/2026/8/one-year-later-rep-sewell-returns-to-the-grocery-store-to-highlight-trump-s-broken-promise-to-lower-prices,"One Year Later, Rep. Sewell Returns to the Grocery Store to Highlight Trump’s Broken Promise to Lower Prices",2026-08-11,2026,2026-08,Democrat,House,AL,Terri A. Sewell,S001185,sewell.house.gov,sewell,https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Sewell compares prices of everyday groceries to last year, calls out Trump and Republicans for failing to deliver relief to Alabama families Birmingham, AL — One year after highlighting the rising cost of groceries under President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) is back in the grocery store with a message: Alabamians are still paying the price for Trump’s broken promises. Today, Rep. Sewell released a new video from a grocery store in Alabama’s 7th Congressional District comparing the prices of everyday essentials—including tomatoes, coffee, ground beef, and fresh fruits and vegetables—to what those same items cost at this time last year. The video serves as a sequel to Rep. Sewell’s August 2025 video highlighting the sharp increase in grocery prices facing Alabama families. At the time, Sewell warned that the rising cost of food was putting a growing strain on working families. One year later, she is once again taking the issue directly to the grocery aisle to show that the affordability crisis has not gone away. “Last year, I invited my constituents to come grocery shopping with me to highlight the rising cost of everyday essentials,” said Rep. Sewell. “One year later, I’m back, and the promise that President Trump made to bring prices down is still nowhere to be found.” President Trump campaigned on a promise to immediately bring down the cost of goods, saying he would “immediately bring prices down, starting on day one.” Yet grocery prices remain high, and families continue to struggle with the cost of putting food on the table. The latest federal data show grocery prices were still higher than a year earlier. Rep. Sewell has made lowering the cost of living a top priority and recently released a comprehensive report detailing the affordability crisis facing Alabama’s 7th Congressional District, including rising costs for groceries, housing, utilities, gas, and health care. She is calling on President Trump and congressional Republicans to stop making excuses, start delivering results, and work with Democrats on solutions that actually lower costs for working families. ###",1,2026-08-12T06:18:38Z,2026-08-12T06:20:33Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-britt-work-to-end-practice-of-releasing-illegals-from-immigration-detention/,"Tuberville, Britt Work to End Practice of Releasing Illegals from Immigration Detention",2026-08-11,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) in introducing the Keep Our Communities Safe Act of 2026. The legislation would close a legal loophole created by the United States Supreme Court’s 2001 ruling in Zadvydas v. Davis, which generally requires the release of aliens from immigration detention into American communities after six months if no country has accepted them for deportation. “Joe Biden and Kamala Harris allowed millions of illegals to INVADE our country—and now law-abiding Americans are paying the price,” said Sen. Tuberville. “We need to do everything we can to deport every single one of these criminals. I’m proud to cosponsor the Keep Our Communities Safe Act to close this legal loophole and allow these illegals to be detained and sent home for good.” “America is a nation of laws, and if you violate our laws and are subject to removal from the United States, you should remain in detention until the point of deportation,” said Sen. Britt. “Zadvydas v. Davis created a legal loophole that forces the release of aliens into our communities after six months simply because no country has agreed to take them back. This bill would help to close that loophole once and for all.” Sens. Tuberville and Britt were joined by Sens. Ted Budd (R-NC), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Deb Fischer (R-NE), John Hoeven (R-ND), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Jim Risch (R-ID), and Mike Rounds (R-SD) in cosponsoring of this legislation. Read full text of the bill here. BACKGROUND: The bill would amend Section 236 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), which governs the apprehension and detention of aliens, to expand the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) authority to detain criminal aliens, deny bond to criminal aliens, and generally limit the availability of bond unless an alien can establish by clear and convincing evidence that they’re not a flight risk or a risk to another person or the community. It would also amend Section 241 of the INA, which governs the removal of aliens, to allow for extensions of detention in a number of cases, including in cases where an alien is a threat to national security or has committed an aggravated felony or crime of violence. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-08-12T06:18:38Z,2026-08-12T06:20:33Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-lee-introduce-bill-to-combat-child-trafficking/,"Tuberville, Lee Introduce Bill to Combat Child Trafficking",2026-08-10,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) in introducing the Stopping Border Surges Act which would disincentivize child trafficking and combat bad-faith asylum fraud. “Thankfully, President Trump has locked down our borders after Joe Biden let millions of illegals invade our country,” said Sen. Tuberville. “But unfortunately, we still have loopholes that are incentivizing illegals to come to the United States. Proud to join Sen. Mike Lee in introducing legislation to make sure we are not actively encouraging illegal immigration.” “Child traffickers have smuggled abused children across our border thanks to the Biden administration’s policies that made it easier for them to cross by claiming to have a child,” said Sen. Lee. “On top of that, many of these kids were released into their kidnapper’s arms. This is not merciful; it’s a Democrat-concocted system that favored traffickers. All the while, these coyotes were claiming to seek asylum, passing multiple safe countries on their way here without stopping. The Stopping Border Surges Act will disincentivize asylum fraud and give President Trump’s border team the tools they need to protect exploited kids.” Sens. Tuberville and Lee were joined by Sens. Jim Banks (R-IN), Katie Britt (R-AL), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Ted Cruz (R-TX), and Rick Scott (R-FL) in cosponsoring the bill. Read full text of the bill here. BACKGROUND: This bill would eliminate the expansion of the Flores Settlement Agreement by allowing alien children accompanied by parents to be held with that parent for the duration of the parent’s adjudication. This would end the incentive for non-parents to claim an unknown child as their own. It also removes any incentive for parents to bring children with them on the hazardous journey to the U.S. Border. Unfortunately, non-parents are increasingly using children as a get-out-of-jail-free card at the child’s expense. These children are often “recycled” by smugglers and forced to cross multiple times to ensure admission for more adults. The United States currently returns unaccompanied children from Mexico and Canada quickly and safely. Children from other countries, however, are placed in a lengthy removal process. They are released into the United States with the same adults that smuggled them into the country. Consequently, the policy incentivizes the enlistment of couriers to smuggle children across the border. Senator Lee’s legislation ends this incentive by extending the same seamless process available to children from Mexico and Canada. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-08-11T05:54:29Z,2026-08-11T05:56:25Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-votes-to-permanently-close-dangerous-hemp-loophole-targeting-american-children-vows-to-continue-fight/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Votes to Permanently Close Dangerous Hemp Loophole Targeting American Children, Vows to Continue Fight",2026-08-09,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) joined 31 of her Senate colleagues in opposing an effort to delay closing the dangerous “hemp loophole” that allowed intoxicating hemp-derived THC gummies, vapes, and smokables to be marketed and sold to children in an unregulated manner. This loophole was set to close in November but will now remain open, allowing these products to remain available without restriction for an additional month. Senators Ted Budd (R-N.C.) and Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.) led the effort in the Senate. Last November, Congress passed a bipartisan appropriations bill which redefined hemp to prohibit intoxicating hemp-derived THC products, including lab-made Delta 8. Congress provided the industry a one-year runway to comply, with the regulation set to take effect on November 12, 2026. The continuing resolution, which passed the Senate earlier today, would instead extend the loophole to December 11, 2026. Senator Budd offered an amendment to strike this extension and simply maintain the prior deadline, but a Democrat-led motion to table his amendment was passed just after 3am EST. Senator Britt joined 31 of her colleagues opposing the motion to table. The continuing resolution, which extends the loophole, will now go to the House of Representatives. “I proudly supported Senator Budd’s amendment to prevent an extension of the dangerous loophole that allows unregulated, intoxicating hemp-derived THC products to enter our homes and schools. I strongly opposed the Democrats’ motion to table this critical amendment because protecting our children cannot wait. It is unacceptable that these dangerous, intoxicating substances that pose a serious threat to the health and safety of our children can be purchased so easily in many retail stores with little or no age verification. “Just last year, the Senate voted overwhelmingly to close the loophole that allowed these products to flood the market. We should not undo that progress. This fight is not over. I will continue working to advance policies that protect our next generation and keep these dangerous products out of their hands,” said Senator Britt. “Family Research Council is thankful for Senator Britt’s efforts to protect children from these dangerous drugs. Delta-8 THC, a synthetic cannabinoid derived from the hemp plant, is identical to Delta-9 THC, the psychoactive component of marijuana and therefore carries many of the same risks, including intoxication, addiction, and psychosis. Congress voted to make these definition changes and provided producers with ample time to prepare. There is no reason to delay. Congress must follow through and close the hemp loophole, protecting our kids and all Americans,” said Tony Perkins, President of the Family Research Council. “Eagle Forum of Alabama applauds Sen. Katie Britt for standing up for children and voting to keep alive the effort to close the dangerous hemp loophole. Although there were not enough votes in the Senate to move the measure forward, Senator Britt stood firm in protecting children from intoxicating THC products. We are grateful for her leadership on this important issue,” said Becky Gerritson, Executive Director of Eagle Forum of Alabama. “Senator Katie Britt deserves immense credit for standing firm in defense of children and families. Unregulated, intoxicating hemp-derived products pose an unacceptable risk when they are packaged, marketed, and sold with zero oversight directly to minors. By joining Senator Budd to fight for closing this dangerous loophole, Senator Britt is demonstrating true leadership. We must continue to prioritize child safety over industry loopholes; API stands proudly with Senator Britt in this crucial fight to keep dangerous substances out of our homes and schools,” said Stephanie Smith, President and CEO of the Alabama Policy Institute. Data from emergency departments across the United States show an estimated 461% increase in pediatric cannabis poisoning cases presenting to hospitals between 2018 and 2023. About 91% of the affected patients were children aged 4 years or younger, and roughly 45% of children aged 0 to 11 treated for these poisonings required hospital admission. 78% of identified products were cannabis edibles, primarily gummies. In 2022, a 4-year-old in Virginia died after overdosing from a jar of THC gummies purchased from a local gas station. ###",1,2026-08-10T06:13:07Z,2026-08-10T06:14:46Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-votes-to-pass-russia-and-iran-sanctions-legislation-applauds-senate-white-house-leadership-calls-for-expeditious-house-passage/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Votes to Pass Russia and Iran Sanctions Legislation, Applauds Senate, White House Leadership, Calls for Expeditious House Passage",2026-08-07,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today voted to pass the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 to hold major purchasers of Russian oil and gas accountable for supporting Russia’s war against Ukraine and extend the Iran Sanctions Act. The bill overwhelmingly passed the Senate by a vote of 86-11 and now heads to the U.S. House of Representatives. “Today is a day Lindsey Graham would be deeply proud to see. While he is not with us physically, his presence could certainly be felt in the Senate chamber as we overwhelmingly passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act,” said Senator Britt. “Thanks to his leadership over several months in shoring up Congressional and White House support, this bill to impose crushing sanctions to hamstring Russia’s war machine and hold accountable those fueling it now heads to the U.S. House of Representatives. I strongly urge my House colleagues to vote to send this peace through strength legislation straight to President Trump’s desk. Russia is the weakest it has been since the start of the war, and now is the time to land this crippling blow by giving the President the tools and economic firepower he needs. Importantly, this bill will also extend the Iran Sanctions Act and hold the murderous regime in Tehran accountable for fueling 47 years of terrorism around the globe.” Senator Britt has proudly championed this legislation in honor of Senator Lindsey Graham along with Senators Darline Graham (R-S.C.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Jim Risch (R-Idaho), and Chair of the Senate Armed Services Committee Roger Wicker (R-Miss.). The bill is also supported by the White House, which issued a Statement of Administration Policy last month stating that if the bill were presented to the President, his advisors would recommend he sign it into law. Ahead of Senate passage, Senator Britt highlighted the urgency of passing this legislation on the Senate floor, stating, “The Senate has a spine. That’s exactly what we’re doing here today, is standing with a steel spine. We are standing against Putin’s aggression. You saw this week him actually attack innocent Ukrainians … Today we stand together to say we are going to cut off the flow of money to Putin. Senator Lindsey Graham said that this …. was actually the heart of this bill. That this was the way to hit Putin where it hurt most … Today we send a message to Vladimir Putin, and we give President Trump the tools he needs to end this war.” Following overwhelming Senate passage, Senator Britt joined a bipartisan group of her colleagues in a press conference where she delivered remarks: “What an incredible day. Being able to stand on the United States Senate floor and watch the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act pass in an overwhelmingly bipartisan fashion was incredible. And while Senator Lindsey Graham wasn’t physically present on the floor, you could feel him on there as votes kept coming in and in and in. As we stood unified as a Senate (and) United States of America telling Putin, ‘we will accept this no more’ … Too many people have died. Too much blood has been shed. Now is the time to give the President the tools he needs to drive Putin to the table. “I’ve been reflecting on a conversation that Senator Graham and I had … after we left Normandy for the 80th anniversary of D-Day, he was reflecting on how Churchill said that World War II was an unnecessary war and that when people in power don’t do what they should, innocent people lose their life. Senator Graham said, we failed to do what we needed to then and as a result, 50 million people died. He said people miscalculated Hitler, and we’re doing the same thing to Putin right now. And he said the cost of that miscalculation would be enormous. Today, we stood up tall for Senator Lindsey Graham, for freedom, for what the United States stands for, for the people of Ukraine and peace and prosperity across the globe … (A) special thanks to Senator Darline Graham, who has had an unthinkable several weeks, has picked up this mantle with grace and dignity and grit, was laser focused on achieving this goal not only for her brother, but she knew this was what was best for the United States of America and she knew it’s what was best for peace across the globe. And so, watching her call this overwhelming vote today was an incredible moment, and I look forward to working diligently with our House colleagues, to getting this into law so that we can bring a resolution.” The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 would impose primary and secondary sanctions against Russia and actors supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine. The sanctions target Russian officials, oligarchs, their family members, foreign persons, and Russian banks and financial institutions, as well as the Russian Shadow Fleet. The legislation also directs the President to impose up to 100 percent tariffs on the five largest importers of Russian crude oil or gas or are among the top five facilitators of Russian oil sanctions evasion. The bill exempts countries whose Russian natural gas imports account for less than 15 percent of Russia’s total natural gas exports and that are taking significant steps to reduce those imports. Additionally, the legislation extends the Iran Sanctions Act by five years to prevent a lapse in sanction authority that restricts funding for Iran’s energy and weapons sectors. “I remain sincerely grateful to Senators Darline Graham, Blumenthal, Shaheen, Risch, and Wicker for their continued leadership on this issue and for the incredible support of President Trump and the White House. Let’s get this done. The United States and the world need Putin’s war of aggression to end,” Senator Britt concluded. ###",1,2026-08-08T05:41:38Z,2026-08-08T05:43:24Z https://sewell.house.gov/2026/8/rep-sewell-marks-the-61st-anniversary-of-the-signing-of-the-voting-rights-act-of-1965,Rep. Sewell Marks the 61st Anniversary of the Signing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965,2026-08-06,2026,2026-08,Democrat,House,AL,Terri A. Sewell,S001185,sewell.house.gov,sewell,https://sewell.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Birmingham, AL — Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released a video message marking the 61st anniversary of the signing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Sewell honored the courage of the Civil Rights heroes who made the landmark law possible and called on Americans to continue the fight to protect the fundamental right to vote. Watch Rep. Sewell's video message here. Rep. Sewell: Today marks 61 years since President Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law—a law made possible by the courage of ordinary people who did extraordinary things right here in Alabama's 7th Congressional District. From the foot of the Edmund Pettus Bridge to communities across our district, so many risked everything to secure the fundamental right to vote. Today, that landmark law has never been more at risk. Years of court decisions have weakened the VRA, allowing extremists to make it harder for Americans to cast their ballots. It is a reminder that our progress isn’t guaranteed. Every generation must fight to preserve it and advance it. That's why I'm proud to lead the fight in Congress to restore the full protections of the Voting Rights Act as the author and lead sponsor of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. But protecting our democracy isn't just Congress's job. We must answer these attacks the same way generations before us did: by voting. Voting like we've never voted before. On this anniversary, let's honor those who came before us by continuing the fight to protect every American's freedom to vote. ###",1,2026-08-07T06:11:19Z,2026-08-07T06:12:42Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-applauds-35-million-announcement-from-usda-to-combat-feral-swine-secured-through-the-working-families-tax-cuts-act/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Applauds $35 Million Announcement from USDA to Combat Feral Swine Secured Through the Working Families Tax Cuts Act,2026-08-06,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) celebrated the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) making $35 million available for partnerships to respond to the threat feral swine pose to American agriculture, landscapes, and human and livestock health. This investment was made possible by a broader $105 million investment in the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program, which was included in the Working Families Tax Cuts Act and championed by Senator Britt. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will use this investment to work together with state partners to combat one of the most devastating pests in agriculture. “Alabama farmers and cattlemen know firsthand the havoc these invasive species wreak on their farms, inflicting billions of dollars in damage nationally and directly endangering their livelihoods,” said Senator Britt. “I was proud to champion the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program in the Working Family Tax Cuts Act to respond to this threat, and I’m encouraged to see USDA put this investment to work. I’ll continue fighting to ensure Alabama has the tools and resources it needs to protect our agricultural economy, conserve our natural resources, and ensure the lands that sustain our families and communities remain strong for generations to come.” Feral swine inhabit all 67 counties in Alabama, causing $50 million in agricultural and ecological damage in the state annually. They are an invasive, highly destructive species and are classified in the state as a nuisance animal. Feral swine can have significant negative impacts on plant and wildlife habitats, soils, water quality, as well as other natural resources. Livestock and humans are also susceptible to diseases carried by feral swine. The USDA’s Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program will provide landowner assistance for restoration and on-farm trapping efforts and provide related services, like training. Funding for these services will be provided through grant agreements between partners and NRCS. “We are collaborating with our partners at USDA and across the country to help combat feral swine and keep our farms, ranches and landscapes safe,” said NRCS Chief Colton L. Buckley. “These invasive species cause more than $3.4 billion in damage each year, including damage to agricultural landscapes. Thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, NRCS is able to expand this effort, giving producers and partners more resources to protect working lands and strengthen the long-term resilience of agricultural operations.” Senator Britt was proud to fight for the inclusion of the largest long-term investment in NRCS conservation programs in decades, including support for this program, in the Working Families Tax Cuts Act. It continued the program for another five years with the $105 million total investment split between NRCS and APHIS, including the $35 million made available through this announcement. She has previously introduced the Feral Swine Eradication Act, which would extend and make permanent a program to safeguard against the threat of feral swine. ###",1,2026-08-07T06:11:19Z,2026-08-07T06:12:42Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-leads-12-republican-colleagues-in-introducing-legislation-to-close-legal-loophole-requiring-release-of-aliens-from-immigration-detention/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Leads 12 Republican Colleagues in Introducing Legislation to Close Legal Loophole Requiring Release of Aliens from Immigration Detention,2026-08-06,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today led 12 of her Republican colleagues in introducing the Keep Our Communities Safe Act of 2026. The legislation would close a legal loophole created by the United States Supreme Court’s 2001 ruling in Zadvydas v. Davis, which generally requires the release of aliens from immigration detention into American communities after six months if no country has accepted them for deportation. “America is a nation of laws, and if you violate our laws and are subject to removal from the United States, you should remain in detention until the point of deportation,”said Senator Britt. “Zadvydas v. Davis created a legal loophole that forces the release of aliens into our communities after six months simply because no country has agreed to take them back. This bill would help to close that loophole once and for all.” The bill would amend Section 236 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), which governs the apprehension and detention of aliens, to expand the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) authority to detain criminal aliens, deny bond to criminal aliens, and generally limit the availability of bond unless an alien can establish by clear and convincing evidence that they’re not a flight risk or a risk to another person or the community. It would also amend Section 241 of the INA, which governs the removal of aliens, to allow for extensions of detention in a number of cases, including in cases where an alien is a threat to national security or has committed an aggravated felony or crime of violence. You can view the full bill text here, more details on the bill here, and Fox News coverage can be found here. Senator Britt previously introduced the Keep Our Communities Safe Act in the 118th Congress, and versions of the bill have been introduced in the House or Senate repeatedly since 2011. The 2026 version includes several updates to the legislative text. Senators Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), and Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) are cosponsors of this legislation. “Our Southern Border is more secure than it’s been in decades, but we have an egregious legal loophole allowing the release of detained illegal immigrants into our country if no other country agrees to take them. For four years, the Biden administration willingly released millions of illegal immigrants into the United States, and Zadvydas v. Davis enables that practice regardless of who the president is. We need to get this fixed,” said Senator Fischer. “I am again supporting this commonsense legislation because closing this ‘catch and release’ loophole will ultimately keep dangerous illegals detained instead of being freed to put law-abiding Americans, law enforcement, and our communities at risk. It’s time to finally fix the current law that permits illegal aliens with criminal records to be released back into the United States after six months simply because no other country will accept them for deportation,” said Senator Hyde-Smith. “Joe Biden and Kamala Harris allowed millions of illegals to INVADE our country—and now law-abiding Americans are paying the price,”said Senator Tuberville. “We need to do everything we can to deport every single one of these criminals. I’m proud to cosponsor the Keep Our Communities Safe Act to close a legal loophole and allow these illegals to be detained and sent home for good.” “Violent illegal aliens are criminals who should be deported, not released from detention centers. Our bill will ensure illegal aliens stay in detention centers until their deportation date to keep Arkansans safe,” said Senator Cotton. “People who are in the United States illegally and have removal orders shouldn’t be released simply because their home country refuses to take them back,” said Senator Cramer. “Unfortunately, that’s exactly what existing law allows. Our bill closes this loophole and lets immigration officials keep these individuals in custody until they can be deported.” “Illegal aliens who commit serious crimes should never be released back onto American streets for any reason, let alone because their home countries refuse to allow them to return. This legislation would close loopholes in federal law that allow dangerous criminal illegal aliens to walk free in communities across Texas and the nation, and I am proud to join Senator Britt in introducing it,” said Senator Cruz. “The federal government’s first responsibility is protecting the American people. Criminal illegal aliens who have been ordered removed should never be released into our communities because of a court-created loophole,” said Senator Marshall. “I’m proud to stand with Senator Britt to close this loophole once and for all, secure our communities, and put the interests of American citizens ahead of those who have broken our laws.” “The Keep Our Communities Safe Act of 2026 will help ensure that dangerous illegal immigrants remain in custody while their immigration proceedings are pending, strengthening public safety, supporting law enforcement and helping keep North Dakota families and communities across the country safe,” said Senator Hoeven. Senator Britt has been a longtime leader on immigration policy and has introduced several pieces of immigration-related legislation throughout her time in the Senate. Notably, she was the Senate lead of the Laken Riley Act, the first bill signed into law by President Trump during his second term. This was the first major immigration enforcement and border security-related legislation passed since 1996. She also recently introduced the Mandatory E-Verify Act of 2026, legislation that would permanently reauthorize the E-Verify program and require its use by all employers in the United States. ###",1,2026-08-07T06:11:19Z,2026-08-07T06:12:42Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senators-katie-britt-jerry-moran-and-tina-smith-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-expand-rural-health-resources/,"U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Jerry Moran, and Tina Smith Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Rural Health Resources",2026-08-06,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), and several of their Senate colleagues introduced the Rural Emergency Hospital Designation Improvement Act (REH 2.0), bipartisan legislation to expand access to federal resources for rural hospitals through the Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) Medicare designation. This legislation would allow more Critical Access Hospitals (CAH) and rural hospitals at risk of closure to sustain health care services in rural communities, and it would make technical improvements to the designation. “Hospitals in rural communities across Alabama and the nation are increasingly closing their doors, making it harder for Americans to access quality healthcare,” said Senator Britt. “This legislation will help preserve local hospitals and prevent them from closing altogether by providing greater flexibility under the Rural Emergency Hospital program. Strengthening this program will help ensure rural families can continue receiving essential, and potentially lifesaving, care close to home, which is why I’m proud to support it.” The Rural Emergency Hospital Designation Improvement Act would allow previously closed rural hospitals to re-open and apply for the Rural Emergency Hospital designation if they can demonstrate they met all eligibility requirements between Jan. 1, 2015, and Dec. 27, 2020. “I have visited every hospital in Kansas numerous times, and these conversations help guide my efforts to make certain health care providers across our state have the support they need to provide critical services to patients in their communities,” said Senator Moran. “During these visits, providers shared with me their recommendations for strengthening the Rural Emergency Hospital designation so it can better support the struggling facilities it was originally intended to serve. The legislation I am introducing with Senator Tina Smith is the direct result of what we have heard from rural hospitals and health care providers in our states, and it makes needed improvements to the program to help make certain patients can continue to access critical health care services in their communities for years to come.” The Senators’ legislation would also direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to create a waiver program for facilities operating similarly to an REH in order to convert to an REH, allow REH facilities to maintain or create a unit for inpatient psychiatric care, obstetric care and allow for limited inpatient rehabilitation services, and more. “Rural hospitals are vital for families in small towns and rural communities. These hospitals not only provide care close to home, they’re also economic engines for their region,” said Senator Smith. “But many rural hospitals face increasingly dire financial strain and workforce shortages, forcing them to cut services or even close down altogether. This important legislation is just one tool in the toolbox to help rural hospitals on the verge of closure keep their doors open. Make no mistake, much more is needed to ensure the health and wellness of rural hospitals and families.” Joining Senators Britt, Moran, and Smith in cosponsoring the legislation are Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) and Roger Marshall, M.D., (R-Kan.). Senator Britt has worked to support rural Alabama communities and fight for access to critical medical services throughout her time in the Senate. In FY26 appropriations funding, she directly secured more than $28.6 million for medical and research equipment, workforce development training, nursing education, mobile health units, and more. Senator Britt also recently celebrated the committee passage of her Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act, which offers support for urgent obstetric care at rural health facilities. You can read the full text of the bill here. ###",1,2026-08-07T06:11:19Z,2026-08-07T06:12:42Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/icymi-u-s-senator-katie-britt-joins-americas-newsroom-on-fox-news-to-discuss-iran-michigan-senate-democratic-primary-results/,"ICYMI: U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins America’s Newsroom on Fox News to Discuss Iran, Michigan Senate Democratic Primary Results",2026-08-05,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today joined America’s Newsroom on Fox News with Bill Hemmer. She praised President Trump for continuing to put pressure on Iran to come to the negotiating table and spoke about the Michigan Senate Democratic primary election results, where Abdul El-Sayed, a radical socialist, won his election. On President Trump’s continued pressure campaign to secure a deal with Iran: “President Trump is the ultimate dealmaker. You can see what has happened through the coming weeks, the strength that he has projected. Look, Iran knows when President Trump speaks, he means it … He has said we have to have complete nuclear disarmament. He wants to make sure that they don’t have the missile capabilities that we now see that they did have. And I’m so grateful to President Trump for diminishing that … President Trump is doing what someone should have done 47 years ago. He has said, when you say ‘Death to America,’ I am going to believe you, and I’m going to hold you accountable and make sure that my citizens are safe. I think that he has got them in a position where they are looking for a pathway forward now, and I am grateful for his leadership on this.” On Democratic Socialist Abdul El-Sayed: “Look, Bill, this is a sad day for America. I mean, the fact that this man could win an election is absolutely unbelievable. We know that this Democratic Socialists of America movement has shown us that they do nothing but hate America. We saw them, actually, on your very network, talking about all of the things they wanted to see: no ICE … no police. They essentially wanted to do away with the government, no jails … “[W]hen it comes to Iran … he is actually a jihadist sympathizer. We saw him just two days ago, El-Sayed, at a pool party with Hasan Piker, who said that America deserved 9/11. These are not people who stand with us and for our values, and they’re infiltrating from within. We have to make sure to stand firmly and say, we love this country.” On last night’s election results: “That tells me that the Democratic Socialists have taken over the Democratic Party, and we have to stand up to it and stand firmly. The future of our country is at stake.” You can watch the full interview here. ###",1,2026-08-06T07:37:31Z,2026-08-06T07:38:34Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-introduces-and-questions-president-trumps-nominee-to-serve-as-u-s-district-judge-for-the-northern-district-of-alabama-justice-greg-cook-presides-over-witness-panel/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Introduces and Questions President Trump’s Nominee to Serve as U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of Alabama, Justice Greg Cook, Presides Over Witness Panel",2026-08-05,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today introduced and questioned Alabama Supreme Court Justice Greg Cook, President Trump’s nominee to serve as U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of Alabama. Justice Cook, a native of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, serves as an associate justice on the Alabama Supreme Court. During the hearing, Senator Britt had the opportunity to preside over the second witness panel, which included Justice Cook. U.S. Senator Katie Britt and Alabama Supreme Court Justice Greg Cook In her introduction, Senator Britt expressed her strong support for Justice Cook’s nomination: “It is an absolute honor today to be able to introduce one of Alabama’s finest, Alabama Supreme Court Justice Greg Cook, who I am fortunate to call a friend. Welcome to you and your entire family. In my opinion, this day has been a long time in the making … I am so delighted that President Trump chose Greg to fill the role there in the judgeship in the Northern District of Alabama. “Greg has served at the Alabama Supreme Court as an associate justice since 2022. He has reviewed and written numerous opinions on some of the state’s most complex, both criminal and civil cases, that were in front of him. He has an impeccable record of service … [H]e applies the law fairly and diligently to everyone who comes in front of him … [H]e spent years at one of our most distinguished firms and the state of Alabama, 32 years to be exact, earning the rank there of partner. But prior to that, he served in the Air Force. Greg made the rank of Captain and also continued to serve our nation in the Air Force Reserves. This is in his blood: love of country, service to those around him, in his community, in his family, in his state, and now for his nation. “Greg graduated from Duke, also went on to Harvard Law, and despite the accolades that he’s received in his life, the thing that has always been most important to Greg is his family. I say that because of the values that were instilled in him in the Shoals growing up. He loves his children, he loves his wife, his church, his community, and he has consistently bettered himself to be able to answer the call. I had an opportunity about four years ago to really get to know Greg. We had traveled around the state together and I got to see him interact with Alabamians. I got to see him connect with them, want to know what was happening and how he could be helpful. I also got to learn that he wrote ‘Alabama Rules of Civil Procedure’ book, which was quite a thick book, that shows he not only knows the law, he loves the law, and I have every faith and confidence and his ability to answer this call. “Greg, thank you for being willing to serve. You are such a fine human being. Your character is unmatched, your diligence, (and) your intellect. I know that you will uphold the Constitution and you will apply the law faithfully in every single circumstance, and that you will be thoughtful about the role that that you are stepping into in a way that’s going to make every one of us proud … I urge all of my colleagues to vote for Greg. And boy, it was an honor to be able to send your resume forward. And I appreciate President Trump for seeing what I saw on that piece of paper and in this human being in front of us.” In her first line of questioning, Senator Britt asked Judge Cook to describe his judicial philosophy: “I have heard you talk consistently about you being boring and predictable. Do you mind telling my colleagues a little bit about your judicial philosophy and what you will be like on the federal bench?” Justice Cook replied, “I do believe in public service. That’s why I spent four years in the Air Force, and that’s why I spent all that time with the campaign trail together, going to all 67 counties in Alabama and driving 80,000 miles, because I believe in public service … I’ve written a two volume treatise on the rules of civil procedure. It’s frankly a boring book, but it’s a great reference tool. And it reflects, like you say, that I’m a boring and predictable person, but I’ve accumulated 35 years of experience now between my time and the firm and my time on the bench, and I want to be able to bring that service and that experience and that knowledge to bear in the federal system. And I think I can help the wheels of justice move and justly.” Following Senator Britt’s question on his approach to novel questions of law, Justice Cook responded, “Well, on the (Alabama) Supreme Court, if I get a novel issue, I’m always looking at the text. The text is always the first thing you look at, and you look at the original public meaning of the text … Because the subjective intent of the legislators is really not relevant. What we care about is the words they passed. That’s part of the separation of powers, is that we enact the laws and then … our court determines what the law is. We don’t determine what it should be, we determine what it is.” Senator Britt concluded her questioning by asking each witness to speak directly to the Judiciary Committee. Justice Cook responded, saying, “I’m just incredibly honored to have the opportunity, Senator, and I just want to thank you and the President for that opportunity.” You can watch the Senator’s introductory remarks for Justice Cook here, and her questioning here. ###",1,2026-08-06T07:37:31Z,2026-08-06T07:38:34Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senators-katie-britt-marsha-blackburn-colleagues-seek-to-permanently-restore-biological-sex-standard/,"U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Marsha Blackburn, Colleagues Seek to Permanently Restore Biological Sex Standard",2026-08-05,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), and nine of their Senate colleagues introduced the Title IX Clarification Act, which would ensure Title IX anti-discrimination requirements tied to federal education funding are based on biological sex and not “sexual orientation or gender identity.” “President Trump has taken decisive action through executive orders to protect young women on campuses across the country. Now, we must ensure these protections are codified into federal law,” said Senator Britt. “We saw the Biden-Harris Administration cave to the woke mob and allow Title IX to be abused in ways that permitted biological men to infringe on girls’ sports and spaces. We cannot let that happen again, and this legislation will restore regulatory clarity to ensure it does not.” For more than 50 years, Title IX has protected equal educational opportunities by prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex. In recent years, however, woke ideology has sought to redefine the law beyond Congress’ original intent, creating uncertainty for schools and undermining protections for women and girls. At the beginning of his second term, President Trump revoked a Biden-era Executive Order that directed the U.S. Secretary of Education to interpret Title IX anti-discrimination language “on the basis of sex” to cover “discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.” The Title IX Clarification Act would clarify that the term “sex” refers only to an individual’s biologically determined status as male or female where Title IX prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. “The Biden administration weaponized Title IX to force women to compete with men in sports and allow men to invade women’s spaces,” said Senator Blackburn. “Thankfully, President Trump restored common sense in Title IX, and now Congress must codify these protections for women into law to prevent future abuse. The Title IX Clarification Act would ensure that common sense, not leftist ideology, governs federal education funding tied to Title IX requirements to protect young women.” Specifically, this legislation would restore Title IX’s original meaning by affirming Congress’ original intent to protect women’s educational opportunities and address concerns raised by the Supreme Court during the January 2026 oral arguments regarding transgender participation in women’s sports during which Justice Neil Gorsuch noted that Congress has not clearly defined Title IX’s requirements for states accepting federal funds and suggested that any departure from the historical understanding of “sex” as biological sex raises Spending Clause concerns unless Congress acts explicitly. It would also establish clear statutory definitions of “male” and “female” within Title IX, eliminating ambiguity and preventing taxpayer dollars from being used to support ideological redefinitions of sex. Senators Britt and Blackburn were joined by Senators Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), and Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.). Senator Britt is a champion of preserving Title IX protections for women and girls in sports. She is a strong supporter of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 and recently helped introduce the Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act to protect the status of biological women in the Daughters of the American Revolution. You can read the full text of the bill here. ###",1,2026-08-06T07:37:31Z,2026-08-06T07:38:34Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senators-katie-britt-marsha-blackburn-colleagues-introduce-legislation-to-keep-biological-men-out-of-daughters-of-the-american-revolution/,"U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Marsha Blackburn, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Keep Biological Men out of Daughters of the American Revolution",2026-08-04,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) joined Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), and Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) in introducing the Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act, which would amend the Daughters of the American Revolution’s (DAR) federal charter by adding a membership eligibility requirement to bar biological men from becoming members. The DAR has made headlines for adding a “non-discrimination” clause that allows biological males to become members. “The Daughters of the American Revolution are called ‘Daughters’ for a reason—this organization is meant to honor the legacy of American women and their ancestors, not pander to a distorted sense of reality manufactured by far-left radical Democrats,” said Senator Britt. “Whether in women’s locker rooms or time-honored organizations like DAR, it is our job to protect women and girls in spaces that are rightfully theirs. I’m proud to cosponsor this commonsense legislation.” “The Daughters of the American Revolution was founded by women for women, and its founders would be appalled that the organization is now allowing biological males to become members and undermine the legacy of real women who helped build our nation,” said Senator Blackburn. “The Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act would amend the DAR’s federal charter to stop the organization from erasing biological reality and ensure it is reserved for the real daughters of the American Revolution.” The DAR adopted a non-discrimination provision that its current leadership has misconstrued to allow biological men to become members. This bill would amend the DAR’s federal charter to add an eligibility requirement that limits membership to an individual who is a woman and otherwise satisfies the genealogical and membership qualifications established by the corporation. This legislation is supported by Heritage Action, Concerned Women for America Action Committee, American Principles Project, Senior Legal Counsel of Independent Women, and the Alliance Defending Freedom. Senator Britt is a long-time champion of protecting the rights of women, previously introducing the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act and the ‘American Girls in Sports Day’ resolution. You can read the full text of the bill here. ###",1,2026-08-05T07:37:37Z,2026-08-05T07:38:44Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/photo-release-icymi-tuberville-attends-groundbreaking-ceremony-speaks-to-montgomery-chamber-and-visits-with-alabamas-police-and-fire-chiefs/,"PHOTO RELEASE: ICYMI—Tuberville Attends Groundbreaking Ceremony, Speaks to Montgomery Chamber, and Visits with Alabama’s Police and Fire Chiefs",2026-08-04,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"MONTGOMERY – Over the weekend, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) attended a groundbreaking ceremony in Tuscaloosa for the expansion of Epsilon Industries’ facilities. The project is expected to be completed by the end of the year, resulting in the creation of dozens of jobs. On Monday, Sen. Tuberville spoke to the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce where he discussed the importance of stopping unchecked crime and violence from taking over the city. Additionally, Sen. Tuberville spoke to the Alabama Association of Chiefs of Police and the Alabama Association of Fire Chiefs about the resources they need that will allow them to successfully do their jobs and to keep Alabama’s communities safe. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-08-05T07:37:37Z,2026-08-05T07:38:44Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-britt-introduce-bill-to-hold-u-s-postal-service-accountable/,"Tuberville, Britt Introduce Bill to Hold U.S. Postal Service Accountable",2026-08-04,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) today in introducing the Postal Executive Responsibility, Fiscal Oversight, and Results-based Management (PERFORM) Act. The legislation would ensure the Postmaster General’s performance pay reflects actual performance by prohibiting bonuses when the United States Postal Service (USPS) fails to meet basic financial, operational, or reporting standards. “Millions of Americans rely on the U.S. Postal Service to receive bills, send invoices, and hear from their friends and family,” said Sen. Tuberville. “In the private sector, if an organization is losing money every year, it would go under. The last thing we need to be doing is handing out bonuses to reward poor management. I’m glad to join Senator Britt to introduce this bill to provide accountability and incentivize better results out of the USPS.” “In just about any profession, you don’t get rewarded for failing—except at the United States Postal Service. It’s time that changed,” said Sen. Britt. “This is not complicated: if the Postal Service does not meet basic performance metrics, the Postmaster General’s compensation should reflect that. No reasonable company in the world gives its CEO a bonus after failing to meet multiple performance metrics, and the Postmaster General—who serves the American people—should be no different.” The PERFORM Act would prohibit the Postmaster General from receiving a performance-based bonus if, during the previous fiscal year, the USPS reports a net loss, fails to meet nationwide service performance targets, receives an adverse audit finding, or fails to submit a required report to Congress. The legislation requires this annual report to Congress detailing executive bonuses, performance metrics, USPS financial performance, and national- and district-level service performance. The report must be submitted within 30 days after the end of each fiscal year. To ensure compliance, the bill directs the USPS Office of Inspector General to conduct an annual review of the agency. The PERFORM Act has also been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Representative Dale Strong (R-AL-05) and is cosponsored by the entire Alabama congressional delegation. Read full text of the bill here. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-08-05T07:37:37Z,2026-08-05T07:38:44Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-honors-david-bedford-of-wilmer-as-august-veteran-of-the-month/,Tuberville Honors David Bedford of Wilmer as August “Veteran of the Month”,2026-08-04,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) released a video honoring U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer David Bedford as the August “Veteran of the Month.” Excerpts of Sen. Tuberville’s remarks can be found below, and complete remarks can be found here. “When it comes to the military, there is no such thing as working 9 to 5. You are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer David Bedford of Wilmer, he still has this mentality about serving others. A Mobile County native, David learned about military service from his father, who was a World War II veteran and Purple Heart recipient. In 1969, David followed his father’s lead and enlisted to train as an Army pilot. After completing his training at Fort Rucker, David deployed to Vietnam in 1971, where he flew Huey helicopters more than 1500 hours for resupply and transportation missions. He describes his most satisfying missions as those where he brought mail to troops on the frontlines — a small way to help put a smile on their faces during a very dark time. […] David and Theresa are also members of the Christian Motorcycles Association, where they use their love of motorcycles to share their faith with other veterans. He also is a member of the Patriot Guard Riders, supporting Gold Star families and reminding them that they’re not alone. David’s generosity of his time has truly made a difference that spans far beyond our state. It is my honor to recognize David Bedford as the August ‘Veteran of the Month.’” Constituents can nominate an Alabama veteran and submit their information to Sen. Tuberville’s office for consideration in the 2026 “Veteran of the Month” series by emailing press_office@tuberville.senate.gov. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-08-05T07:37:37Z,2026-08-05T07:38:44Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-moran-introduce-legislation-to-strengthen-rural-hospitals/,"Tuberville, Moran Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Rural Hospitals",2026-08-04,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS) in introducing the Rural Emergency Hospital Designation Improvement Act (REH 2.0), legislation to expand access to federal resources for rural hospitals through the Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) Medicare designation. This legislation would allow more Critical Access Hospitals (CAH) and rural hospitals at risk of closure to sustain health care services in rural communities, and it would make technical improvements to the designation. “Fifty-five of Alabama’s 67 counties are rural, and our rural hospitals provide a lifeline to Alabamians who live further away from larger medical facilities,” said Sen. Tuberville.“I’m proud to join the REH Designation Improvement Act to ensure location doesn’t prevent Alabamians from being able to access quality care in times of emergency.” “I have visited every hospital in Kansas numerous times, and these conversations help guide my efforts to make certain health care providers across our state have the support they need to provide critical services to patients in their communities,” said Sen. Moran. “During these visits, providers shared with me their recommendations for strengthening the Rural Emergency Hospital designation so it can better support the struggling facilities it was originally intended to serve. The legislation I am introducing with Senator Tina Smith is the direct result of what we have heard from rural hospitals and health care providers in our states, and it makes needed improvements to the program to help make certain patients can continue to access critical health care services in their communities for years to come.” The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Katie Britt (R-AL), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Roger Marshall (R-KS), and Tina Smith (D-MN). National Rural Health Association endorsed this bill. Read full text of the bill here. BACKGROUND: Specifically, the REH 2.0 Act would: Allow previously closed rural hospitals to re-open and apply for the Rural Emergency Hospital designation if they can demonstrate they met all eligibility requirements between Jan. 1, 2015, and Dec. 27, 2020. Direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to create a waiver program for facilities operating similarly to an REH in order to convert to an REH. Allow REH facilities to maintain or create a unit for inpatient psychiatric care, obstetric care and allow for limited inpatient rehabilitation services. Require the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to provide additional funding for laboratory services. Clarify that REH facilities are eligible for Small Rural Hospital Improvement grants. Direct the Secretary of HHS to allow an REH to be eligible as a National Health Service Corp site. Authorize REH facilities to transfer patients from acute care to a Skilled Nursing Facility without leaving the hospital, in accordance with the Social Security Act. Allow an REH facility to revert back to a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) to regain necessary provider status, only if the facility was designated a necessary provider prior to converting to REH. Clarify state Medicaid agencies can pay REH facilities as hospitals. MORE: Tuberville Promotes 340B Program to Help Alabama Hospitals PHOTO RELEASE: Tuberville Visits Elmore Community Hospital Tuberville Speaks to Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. About MAHA Agenda Tuberville Introduces Dr. Brian Christine of Mountain Brook in Senate HELP Hearing Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-08-05T07:37:37Z,2026-08-05T07:38:44Z https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases/strong-senate-introduction-perform-act-alabama-stands-united-time-usps-deliver,Strong on Senate Introduction of PERFORM ACT: ‘Alabama Stands United; Time for USPS to Deliver’,2026-08-03,2026,2026-08,Republican,House,AL,Dale W. Strong,S001220,strong.house.gov,strong,https://strong.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Representative Dale Strong (AL-05) issued the following statement regarding the introduction of the Senate companion to his legislation, H.R. 9936, the Postal Executive Responsibility, Fiscal Oversight, and Results-based Management (PERFORM) Act, by Senators Katie Britt (R-AL) and Tommy Tuberville (R-AL). “Alabamians deserve a Postal Service that delivers their mail on time and a Postmaster General who is accountable for results,” said Congressman Strong. “With Alabama's entire congressional delegation united behind this effort, we're sending a clear message: it’s time for the U.S. Postal Service to deliver.” In announcing his introduction of the PERFORM Act, Representative Strong previously stated: “The American people don't get bonuses for failure, and neither should the Postmaster General. The PERFORM Act ends the practice of rewarding poor performance and makes clear that leadership must earn incentive pay by delivering results – not excuses,” said Representative Strong. “If the U.S. Postal Service were a private sector operation, it would have filed for bankruptcy years ago. Further, if a CEO’s tenure saw an average annual net loss of $10 billion while service standards continued to decline, company leadership would be standing in the unemployment line – not collecting performance bonuses.” The U.S. Postal Service has reported more than $25 billion in net losses over the past three fiscal years, including a $9 billion loss in Fiscal Year 2025. At the same time, millions of Americans have faced delays in receiving medications, bills, checks, legal documents, election mail, and other time-sensitive correspondence. Despite these persistent service failures and financial losses, the Postmaster General remains eligible for a performance-based bonus, continuing a pattern in which Postmaster Generals have received more than $2 million in bonuses over the past decade. The PERFORM Act restores accountability by prohibiting a performance-based bonus for the Postmaster General if, during the preceding fiscal year, the Postal Service: Fails to meet nationwide service performance targets; Reports a net loss; Receives a material weakness, adverse audit opinion, or disclaimer in its financial audit; or Fails to submit a required report to Congress. Original House cosponsors of the PERFORM Act include Representatives Barry Moore (AL-01), Shomari Figures (AL-02), Mike Rogers (AL-03), Robert Aderholt (AL-04), Gary Palmer (AL-06), and Terri Sewell (AL-07). Since taking office, Congressman Strong has led numerous efforts to improve mail service and strengthen accountability at the U.S. Postal Service, including: Securing a USPS Office of Inspector General audit of mail delivery performance, staffing levels, and operational bottlenecks affecting North Alabama in the Fiscal Year 2027 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act. Directing USPS to review unique ZIP Code designations for communities including Priceville and Skyline to better reflect municipal boundaries and improve service. Advocating for a new post office in the 35763 ZIP Code to meet the needs of one of Alabama's fastest-growing areas. Leading efforts to restore a North Alabama-based Processing and Distribution Center to strengthen mail service and improve delivery reliability. ###",1,2026-08-04T07:35:49Z,2026-08-04T07:37:27Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-joins-keeping-it-real-conversations-with-jillian-michaels-to-discuss-taking-on-big-tech-protecting-americas-youth-online/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins Keeping It Real: Conversations with Jillian Michaels to Discuss Taking on Big Tech, Protecting America’s Youth Online",2026-08-03,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt joined Keeping It Real: Conversations with Jillian Michaels, for a long-form discussion about Big Tech and social media, AI chatbots, the gambling industry targeting minors, and the adverse effects each has on America’s youth. Excerpts from the interview are below. Michaels opened the episode by highlighting Senator Britt’s leadership: “Kids are being targeted online in plain sight, and in today’s show, we’re naming names. Big Tech has built a digital Pandora’s box for our kids, consisting of hard drugs and predators, two clicks away from a homework app. You’ve got AI friends grooming lonely kids at 2 AM and gambling ads are following them from YouTube to their video games … Senator Katie Britt is one of the very few people in Washington actually trying to shut this down. She’s been described as a mom in Congress, pushing an arsenal of bills from Sammy’s Law, the Kids Off Social Media Act, the GUARD Act, the Stop the Scroll Act, and the GAME Act to drag kids out of Big Tech’s experiment.” Senator Britt on why taking on Big Tech is a priority for her: “Look, the thing that’s most important to me are my husband and my kids, and I feel honored to have the opportunity to represent the great state of Alabama. But I tell people every day, I don’t have to ask people what it’s like to raise kids right now, I am living it. And so, I know for so many people, my friends in particular, this social media space is uncharted territory. Jillian, you and I, when we grew up, we didn’t have these complexities. I mean, growing up is hard enough as it is. And then we layer on top of it all of the things that social media has brought into our children’s life. “First off, I think Big Tech could do many of these things on their own and have chosen not to. So, I think continuing to apply the pressure there so that there is a change in behavior from that perspective. But then also Congress has been completely and totally feckless in this arena. And at the end of the day, we’re allowing social media companies to put their profits above people, and in this case, these people are our children.” On minors buying drugs on social media platforms: “In particular, Snapchat has been egregious in this space … I’ve sat across from a parent whose child bought an Adderall because they wanted to stay up for a test. They took the Adderall. It was laced with fentanyl. They died … Parents aren’t aware that this is happening. So, number one, we’ve got to bring attention to it. But number two, we have to stop it because, Jillian, if this were happening in a small town in Alabama on a street corner, you know, a little storefront on Main Street, we would shut it down. We know this is happening, and yet no one is doing anything.” On the alarming rise in underage gambling online: “If you and I had wanted to gamble when we were growing up, we would have had to have known who the bookie was. We would have had to have his number or hers … We would have had to know when they were going to be by their landline phone, and we would have had to call them to place our bet. These kids have to do none of that. It literally is coming to the palm of their hand. So, it’s not only that they can gamble, and with a click of a button, it’s also that these illegal gambling operations and gaming operations are actually targeting our children with advertisements. So, what is happening is these kids are getting stuck in a cycle. They’re finding themselves in a very adult situation, but it’s also one that unfortunately, they’re continuing throughout their life. So, we put together the GAME Act, Senator Blumenthal and I did, to say, look, this is common sense, Jillian. You shouldn’t be able to deliver advertisements about gambling until you’re 18.” On the danger of AI chatbots: “I have sat across from too many parents at this point that have told us … that their child died by suicide. When they went back into the child’s history, an AI chatbot had told them to distance themselves from their parents, isolate themselves from their parents, had told them … to consider death by suicide, then told them how to do it, and then ultimately encouraged them to follow through with it. And so, we have a bill Josh Hawley, Senator Blumenthal, Chris Murphy—obviously a wide swath from the political spectrum—that it is saying, guys, AI chatbots should not be able to teach these kids how to take their own life. This is common sense. This is something we should all be able to get behind.” Michaels and Senator Britt also discussed how social media algorithms exploit children, Section 230 reform, and more of Senator Britt’s bipartisan legislation on social media and holding Big Tech accountable. You can watch the full interview here. ###",1,2026-08-04T07:35:49Z,2026-08-04T07:37:27Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-nominates-14-birmingham-area-students-to-service-academies-applauds-students-as-academic-year-begins/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Nominates 14 Birmingham-Area Students to Service Academies, Applauds Students as Academic Year Begins",2026-08-03,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) celebrated 14 students from the Birmingham area whom she nominated to attend our nation’s service academies at the start of their academic year. These students have courageously answered the call to serve and will help protect and preserve our nation’s freedom. “I applaud these exceptional students who have chosen a path that exhibits their courage, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to service,” said Senator Britt. “Their nominations reflect not only years of hard work and leadership, but also a willingness to take on this incredible responsibility of serving our great nation. These Alabamians are the next generation of America’s military leaders, and I am thrilled to celebrate this remarkable achievement alongside their friends, family, and community.” Senator Britt’s nominees who will attend the U.S. Air Force Academy are listed below: Eden Christian, Trussville Beau Dionne, Birmingham Justin Harbin, Vance J.R. Sosa, Clanton “I’m proud to see Eden, Beau, Justin, and J.R. join the ranks of the men and women who honorably serve our Air Force. I have no doubt their service will keep our nation secure from threats above and will preserve our precious American freedoms,” said Senator Britt. Senator Britt’s nominees who will attend the U.S. Naval Academy are listed below: Olivia Carroll, Vestavia Boyd Cooper, Birmingham Holman Gray, Birmingham Maggie Ingram, McCalla Truman Lee, Birmingham Braden Little, Birmingham Benny Schmidt, Hoover “The U.S. Naval Academy is gaining seven outstanding young men and women. I was deeply proud to nominate Olivia, Boyd, Holman, Maggie, Truman, Braden, and Benny, and I am encouraged by their patriotism, heart for service, and willingness to serve our nation,” said Senator Britt. Senator Britt’s nominees who will attend West Point are listed below: Jack Beason, Hoover Joshua Hahn, Vestavia Kate Seidel, Vinemont “As Jack, Joshua, and Kate begin their next steps at West Point, I am thrilled to know that this academy is gaining three outstanding young individuals. Their service will undoubtedly ensure our nation’s values of freedom, democracy, and independence are upheld for generations to come,” said Senator Britt. You can view the headshots of all 14 nominees here. You can find more information on the application process for a service academy nomination from Senator Britt here. Applications for the 2026-2027 cycle open on August 15, 2026. In total, 31 students from across the state of Alabama nominated by Senator Britt will attend U.S. service academies this fall. ###",1,2026-08-04T07:35:49Z,2026-08-04T07:37:27Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-nominates-nine-northern-alabama-students-to-service-academies-applauds-students-as-academic-year-begins/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Nominates Nine Northern Alabama Students to Service Academies, Applauds Students as Academic Year Begins",2026-08-03,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) celebrated nine students from northern Alabama whom she nominated to attend our nation’s service academies at the start of their academic year. These students have courageously answered the call to serve and will help protect and preserve our nation’s freedom. “I applaud these exceptional students who have chosen a path that exhibits their courage, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to service,” said Senator Britt. “Their nominations reflect not only years of hard work and leadership, but also a willingness to take on this incredible responsibility of serving our great nation. These Alabamians are the next generation of America’s military leaders, and I am thrilled to celebrate this remarkable achievement alongside their friends, family, and community.” Senator Britt’s nominees who will attend the U.S. Air Force Academy are listed below: Ellie Dykema, Huntsville Isabella Park, Madison Caleb Shultz, Huntsville “It is an honor to congratulate Ellie, Isabella, and Caleb as they begin their journey at the United States Air Force Academy. Their dedication, character, and commitment to serving something greater than themselves is an inspiration and a source of pride for their entire community and our great state,” said Senator Britt. Senator Britt’s nominees who will attend the U.S. Naval Academy are listed below: Matthew Kimmett, Decatur Maria Sands-Pignot, Huntsville Frank Vegerita, Brownsboro “Our country’s future is stronger because of young leaders like Matthew, Maria, and Frank. Their willingness to dedicate their lives to service reflects the very best of our Alabama community. I look forward to seeing all they accomplish in uniform,” said Senator Britt. Senator Britt’s nominees who will attend West Point are listed below: Will Crocker, Owens Cross Roads Jacob Plitsch, Athens Tripp Raleigh, Huntsville “This year, West Point is welcoming an impressive group of brave, talented, and driven leaders, including three young men I was proud to nominate: Will, Jacob, and Tripp. I’m certain they will rise to every challenge while serving our nation with excellence,” said Senator Britt. You can view the headshots of all nine nominees here. You can find more information on the application process for a service academy nomination from Senator Britt here. Applications for the 2026-2027 cycle open on August 15, 2026. In total, 31 students from across the state of Alabama nominated by Senator Britt will attend U.S. service academies this fall. ###",1,2026-08-04T07:35:49Z,2026-08-04T07:37:27Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-nominates-three-auburn-students-to-service-academies-applauds-students-as-academic-year-begins/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Nominates Three Auburn Students to Service Academies, Applauds Students as Academic Year Begins",2026-08-03,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) celebrated three students from Auburn whom she nominated to attend our nation’s service academies at the start of their academic year. These students have courageously answered the call to serve and will help protect and preserve our nation’s freedom. “I applaud these exceptional students who have chosen a path that exhibits their courage, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to service,” said Senator Britt. “Their nominations reflect not only years of hard work and leadership, but also a willingness to take on this incredible responsibility of serving our great nation. These Alabamians are the next generation of America’s military leaders, and I am thrilled to celebrate this remarkable achievement alongside their friends, family, and community.” Senator Britt’s nominees who will attend the U.S. Naval Academy are listed below: Layton Towery, Auburn Savannah Trejo, Auburn “I’m certain that these two outstanding young students, Layton and Savannah, will represent Alabama well at the U.S. Naval Academy. Thanks to their dedication, courage, and commitment, our country will no doubt remain a global military leader and the greatest nation in the world,” said Senator Britt. Senator Britt’s nominee who will attend West Point is listed below: Molly Seidman, Auburn “Molly has bravely chosen a path defined by discipline, sacrifice, and service. I’m honored to nominate her to attend West Point, and I am grateful for her commitment to help safeguard our nation for generations to come,” said Senator Britt. You can view the headshots of all three nominees here. You can find more information on the application process for a service academy nomination from Senator Britt here. Applications for the 2026-2027 cycle open on August 15, 2026. In total, 31 students from across the state of Alabama nominated by Senator Britt will attend U.S. service academies this fall. ###",1,2026-08-04T07:35:49Z,2026-08-04T07:37:27Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-nominates-three-southern-alabama-students-to-service-academies-applauds-students-as-academic-year-begins/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Nominates Three Southern Alabama Students to Service Academies, Applauds Students as Academic Year Begins",2026-08-03,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) celebrated three students from southern Alabama whom she nominated to attend our nation’s service academies at the start of their academic year. These students have courageously answered the call to serve and will help protect and preserve our nation’s freedom. “I applaud these exceptional students who have chosen a path that exhibits their courage, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to service,” said Senator Britt. “Their nominations reflect not only years of hard work and leadership, but also a willingness to take on this incredible responsibility of serving our great nation. These Alabamians are the next generation of America’s military leaders, and I am thrilled to celebrate this remarkable achievement alongside their friends, family, and community.” Senator Britt’s nominees who will attend the U.S. Air Force Academy are listed below: Stella Gallaspy, Theodore Aiden Haecker, Brewton “The southern Alabama community is fortunate to be represented by two students of exceptional character. Stella and Aiden will no doubt succeed and thrive at the U.S. Air Force Academy. I know they will make an incredible difference in the safety and security of our nation for years to come,” said Senator Britt. Senator Britt’s nominee who will attend West Point is listed below: Stanley McConnell, Mobile “Serving our country is one of the highest callings, and Stanley has answered that call with courage and determination. I’m honored to support his nomination, and I wish him the best of luck as he begins this incredible journey,” said Senator Britt. You can view the headshots of all three nominees here. You can find more information on the application process for a service academy nomination from Senator Britt here. Applications for the 2026-2027 cycle open on August 15, 2026. In total, 31 students from across the state of Alabama nominated by Senator Britt will attend U.S. service academies this fall. ###",1,2026-08-04T07:35:49Z,2026-08-04T07:37:27Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-nominates-two-alabama-montgomery-area-students-to-service-academies-applauds-students-as-academic-year-begins/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Nominates Two Alabama Montgomery-Area Students to Service Academies, Applauds Students as Academic Year Begins",2026-08-03,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) celebrated two students from the Montgomery area whom she nominated to attend our nation’s service academies at the start of their academic year. These students have courageously answered the call to serve and will help protect and preserve our nation’s freedom. “I applaud these exceptional students who have chosen a path that exhibits their courage, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to service,” said Senator Britt. “Their nominations reflect not only years of hard work and leadership, but also a willingness to take on this incredible responsibility of serving our great nation. These Alabamians are the next generation of America’s military leaders, and I am thrilled to celebrate this remarkable achievement alongside their friends, family, and community.” Senator Britt’s nominee who will attend the U.S. Air Force Academy is listed below: Luke Catchings, Montgomery “I have no doubt that Luke will excel at the Air Force Academy. He has already demonstrated remarkable leadership and determination, and I’m confident he will continue to succeed while serving our country,” said Senator Britt. Senator Britt’s nominee who will attend the U.S. Naval Academy is listed below: April Kim, Pike Road “It’s a privilege to recognize April for her many achievements and continued commitment to service. Her appointment reflects years of hard work, and I was proud to nominate her to the U.S. Naval Academy. I know she will honor our state and our nation through her service in the Navy,” said Senator Britt. You can view the headshots of both nominees here. You can find more information on the application process for a service academy nomination from Senator Britt here. Applications for the 2026-2027 cycle open on August 15, 2026. In total, 31 students from across the state of Alabama nominated by Senator Britt will attend U.S. service academies this fall. ###",1,2026-08-04T07:35:49Z,2026-08-04T07:37:27Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-lee-introduce-ban-on-federal-funding-for-child-mutilation-studies/,"Tuberville, Lee Introduce Ban on Federal Funding for Child Mutilation Studies",2026-08-03,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) in introducing legislation to prohibit the use of federal funds for any research or publication promoting gender transitions for minors. The Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act will shield American children from permanent medical and psychological damage, in line with President Trump’s pledge to keep tax dollars from child mutilation. “Thousands of America’s children have fallen prey to the Radical Left’s woke gender ideology,” said Sen. Tuberville. “American families have been lied to for far too long as we know these surgeries cause irreversible harm. Subjecting healthy, developing children to damaging and harmful procedures without a grave medical purpose is BEYOND SICKENING. Taxpayers shouldn’t be forced to pay for these extreme and reckless practices, or any of the left-wing propaganda promoting them. This vile attack on our children ends now with President Trump and his team. I’m proud to join Senator Lee in this crucial bill to stop the abuse of America’s children and enforce the President’s pro-family agenda.” “Why is the federal bureaucracy in the child mutilation business?” said Sen. Lee. “Americans don’t want to pay millions for these disturbing studies where hundreds of kids are experimented on with puberty-blocking drugs. President Trump rightly halted this attack on America’s kids. Our bill will codify his agenda to keep federal dollars out of gender transition research involving minors.” The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Steve Daines (R-MT), James Lankford (R-OK), and Cynthia Lummis (R-WY). Students for Life Action and the American Principles Project endorsed the bill. Read the bill here and a one-pager here. BACKGROUND: The Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act prohibits the use of federal funds for any research, observational study, or publication, relating to gender transitions in individuals under the age of 18, which is conducted for the purpose of affirming a minor’s asserted identity or perception of his or her sex, if such is incongruent with the minor’s biological sex. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-08-04T07:35:49Z,2026-08-04T07:37:27Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-wicker-honor-gold-star-childrens-day/,"Tuberville, Wicker Honor Gold Star Children’s Day",2026-08-03,2026,2026-08,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS) and 22 of their colleagues in celebrating the passage of a Senate resolution designating August 1, 2026, as Gold Star Children’s Day, which recognizes children of fallen service members. America’s Gold Star tradition began in World War I. When a service member deployed, his or her family would often hang a banner bearing a blue star outside the home. If the loved one was killed in combat the family replaced the blue star with a gold one. These families came to be known as Gold Star Families. In the wars of the 20th and 21st centuries, nearly 625,000 Americans have made the ultimate sacrifice and have been survived by nearly 250,000 children. Senators recognize August 1 specifically to honor these Gold Star Children. “This country owes everything to our Gold Star heroes and their families,” said Sen. Tuberville. “It isn’t just our brave soldiers who make tremendous sacrifices when they sign up to protect our country, but their entire families. This is especially true for the children of men and women who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom. Please join me in praying and looking for ways to care for the children of Gold Star heroes today and every day.” “The sons and daughters of our fallen service members carry on the legacies of their parents. We set aside this day to honor them and to remember the sacrifices of their mothers and fathers,” said Sen. Wicker. Sens. Tuberville and Wicker were joined by Sens. Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE), Susan Collins (R-ME), Chris Coons (D-DE), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), John Fetterman (D-PA), Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), John Hoeven (R-ND), Jim Justice (R-WV), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Andy Kim (D-NJ), James Lankford (R-OK), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Ashley Moody (R-FL), Jon Ossoff (D-GA), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Mike Rounds (R-SD), Rick Scott (R-FL), Tim Scott (R-SC), and Raphael Warnock (D-GA) in joining the resolution. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-08-04T07:35:49Z,2026-08-04T07:37:27Z https://figures.house.gov/media/in-the-news/figures-holds-town-meeting-agriculture,Figures Holds Town Meeting on Agriculture,2026-08-02,2026,2026-08,Democrat,House,AL,Shomari Figures,F000481,figures.house.gov,figures,https://figures.house.gov/media,scraper,"“One of the big issues we have right now, and we've been having for some time now, is how much it is costing you to produce things that you can no longer sell at the rates that you need to be able to sell them for either domestically or internationally,” Figures said. “Some of that is market driven, but some of the hurdles that we have right now, some of the significant ones, they are, they have nothing to do with the market factors. They have nothing to do with supply. They have nothing to do with demand. They have nothing to do with environmental factors of a bad year or a drought. It's self-inflicted. And that is, that's the Straight of Hormuz. That is something that we have made a conscious decision to be engaged in as a nation. And it is artificially driving up fuel costs.” Figures also said about 60 percent of the raw materials needed to make fertilizer also must travel through the Strait of Hormuz. He said interruptions to shipping in the Middle East were also affecting the price of fertilizer as well. Figures said one of the most disruptive federal policies to farming have been tariffs. “Nobody voted for [tarrifs], nobody,” Figures said. “[Tariffs] are not good local economics because at the end of the day when farmers here can sell fewer of their products for a lower price that has an impact that they feel in the county commission's budget; that is an impact that they feel in the City of Troy's budget; that is an impact that you feel obviously in your personal wallets. “So that's one of the reasons that I've supported a number of the things that we've done because I feel that we are in a position now where there are decisions that are being made that are affecting people in Alabama directly in their pockets directly and some of it is government induced and it is self-inflicted. “I feel this is one of the reasons I voted against the Farm Bill, or what was left of the Farm Bill after they split it up this year was because it did not do enough to compensate for that harm to Alabama farmers. It threw pennies at the farmers who've been taking it on the chin with these raised fuel prices with these raised fertilizer prices with these dried up export markets where they're able to sell less to fewer countries. It didn't do enough for them and that is something that I will never sit by and accept as a member of Congress.”",1,2026-08-10T06:13:07Z,2026-08-10T06:14:46Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-discusses-plans-to-protect-seniors-from-ai-scams/,Tuberville Discusses Plans to Protect Seniors from AI Scams,2026-07-31,2026,2026-07,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) spoke with Matthew Ferraro, partner at Crowell & Moring, and Paul Benda, Executive Vice President for Risk, Fraud, and Cyber Security at the American Bankers Association, and Deborah Del Mastro, a victim of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled scam, during a Senate Special Committee on Aging hearing. Sen. Tuberville emphasized the importance of AI education to prevent from potential online scams. Excerpts from Sen. Tuberville’s remarks can be found below or viewed on YouTube or Rumble. TUBERVILLE: “Thank you, Mr. Chairman. We got a mess. We know it. You know, technology—it brings us more and more every day. We’ve heard the problems. My solution is education. At a young age, Baby Boomers are in trouble because we’re all gonna get scammed one way or another. And not just domestically, but internationally, I mean, it’s big time. I hear a lot of problems with that. So, Mr. Ferraro, how do we fix this? We got the problem. Give us a solution. I’m gonna ask everybody this. So, get your solution ready.” FERRARO: “Senator, there is no silver bullet as Mr. Winters said, but I do think that education is very powerful. And if you’re looking for an example, I would point the committee to the example of Finland, which has been very aggressive in teaching both young and old. This is in my written testimony about both this information more broadly, but synthetic media, particularly. And they’ve found that it works that you can actually instruct people to be on the lookout for false media. As Mr. Benda said, pause before you send any money, double check, do all the things that we should do before we make any rash decisions. And I do think education is quite important. As I said, I think from a government perspective, interagency cooperation is key here. This is an area where there isn’t now a quarterback to use a metaphor in the government on these issues. And I think that is something that the committee might want to consider, and I know that there are some bills pending for the committee on those issues. And third, as I mentioned in my testimony, I think the technology piece is important as well. I mean, just draw the analysis or the analogy rather to email spam. You receive thousands of pieces of spam every day. You just don’t happen to see them because they’re filtered out by spam filters. One could imagine a situation where similar technology operates in the background on your browser or on your phone to either tag or remove AI generated media. And that the technology largely exists now, it’s just a matter of integrating it. So, I’ll offer those.” TUBERVILLE: “Well, if you do anything in life, you know, the big thing is when you get a manual, you get ethics with it first and the same thing with AI. We have to teach our kids ethics. Again, a lot of us are lost and gone. But our young kids can learn it. Mr. Benda, you have worked for DHS and DOW—give us your solution.” BENDA: “I assume so. I think you’re right. Education is a key pillar. I think you start out young. I think having a national campaign on how to fight AI deep fakes, how to fight scams and fraud is important. ABA runs financial literacy programs for children. Integrating the AI threat into that and scam threat into that is something that we’re looking at doing. I think the national campaign could address people of all ages. And I have hope for boomers, sir. I have some boomers that I love, my mother-in-law, in one particular. And I think the focus needs to be on also a safe banking for seniors. So how do we get the message to them in channels that they respect and they use? Whether it’s directly from a banker or from people they trust. And the other piece I would point to is we have to enable and stop the tech companies from allowing the impersonation that happens out there. You should be able to trust what’s on your caller ID. If you put a name and number on there, telecom should be held accountable if it’s not the right person calling. The social media platforms need to stop the impersonation scams that are out there. They shouldn’t be allowed to post the videos that the good doctor talked about. So those types of things I think need more controls and I think there’s some legislative solutions that are out there.” TUBERVILLE: “Mrs. Del Mastro, I feel your pain. My mother-in-law got scammed. And this is internationally. She got a call from my granddaughter. She was in Europe. Please send ten thousand dollars. I need it bad. I’m broke. I gotta get out of this situation. She sent it. She sent it. She wasn’t in trouble other than the fact she just needed the money. It sounded just like her. What kind of legislation do you think we need to do for something like this? Have you talked to anybody? Since your debacle?” DEL MASTRO: “I have not spoken to any legislators until right now. I have spoken to a few experts in the field though, and I believe that, I mean, there are plenty of courses and education out there at how to use AI. And that is something you see on social media all the time, those ads, you know, how learn how take this class, learn how to use it. There’s nothing out there on how to protect yourself from AI. There’s nothing out there. So that needs to happen. We need to know how to recognize it. And how to protect ourselves from it. Besides having a safe word, not answering the phone, you know, all the things that everybody immediately goes to. There’s got to be an awareness for senior citizens certainly. You know, all of us don’t know how, you know, hand the remote to the kids to, you know, to change things. I mean, we need to be aware. If I had been aware that my daughter’s voice could possibly be an AI clone, I would have responded differently, but I did not know. So, I think education is key and awareness is key.” TUBERVILLE: “Just think about we’re just now beginning AI. Just think how much more they’re gonna be able to fool people, and it’s gonna get worse and worse. Thank you very much. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.” Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-08-01T07:27:26Z,2026-08-01T07:28:22Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/icymi-u-s-senator-katie-britt-joins-common-ground-with-bret-baier/,ICYMI: U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins Common Ground with Bret Baier,2026-07-30,2026,2026-07,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"‘We talk about peace through strength all the time. To me, this is the definition of that.’ WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) yesterday joined Common Ground with Bret Baier and Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.). Senator Britt praised President Trump’s leadership in holding Putin accountable for Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and Iran for its murderous 47-year regime. She also reflected on the life and legacy of the late Senator Lindsey Graham and discussed the importance of passing the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. On ensuring President Trump has the tools to bring Putin to the table and end its war against Ukraine: “… I appreciate President Trump’s leadership on this, knowing that it’s time to end this war, and we need to drive Putin to the table. This gives President Trump the flexibility and the economic firepower he needs to actually achieve that. We talk about peace through strength all the time. To me, this is the definition of that. [Lindsey Graham] had been talking about this for a year and a half, nonstop working with Senator Blumenthal … Senator Shaheen, Senator Wicker and others building the coalition that was needed … We want there to be peace. We think Putin’s war machine has to be held accountable, and we know that this is the way to do it. So, I appreciate President Trump’s leadership, and I look forward to giving him the tools he needs to bring resolution in this war.” On President Trump holding Iran accountable: “It is my opinion that this was 47 years too late in taking action. I appreciate President Trump holding Iran accountable. He clearly wants resolution to this, obviously was willing to enter into the MOU. It was Iran that chose to walk away from that. And President Trump has said … we’re not going to let that happen. We’re going to hold you accountable. They have had a murderous regime for 47 years that has enacted terror on Americans and our allies abroad. That must come to an end. So, I think that we’ve made significant strides in diminishing their capabilities. I appreciate President Trump’s leadership on that. And ultimately, we want to make sure that there is a peaceful resolution to that.” On working to finish what Senator Lindsey Graham started: “[After] losing giants like … Lindsey Graham … Senator Shaheen’s willingness to continue to work across the aisle, it’s essential to get things done … I’ve said time and time again, if you share a goal with someone on the other side of the aisle, you have a duty to the people you serve to get in a room and to figure out a pathway forward. That’s what Lindsey Graham did each and every day. He put the people of South Carolina (and) this country in the best and strongest position possible. And he knew it was his job to work with people that he may not agree (with) on other issues, but where he did agree, and he could achieve a result, it was his job to do it. And so, I hope more people will follow that … example, standing firm on your values, but finding a pathway forward for the people you serve is essential to making all of this work.” You can watch the full interview here. ###",1,2026-07-31T07:49:23Z,2026-07-31T07:50:48Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-directly-secures-350000-for-phenix-city-law-enforcement/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Directly Secures $350,000 for Phenix City Law Enforcement",2026-07-30,2026,2026-07,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) recently directly secured $350,000 for Phenix City law enforcement in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. This funding will support upgrades to the police department’s P25 Radio System. “I’m proud to secure $350,000 for Phenix City law enforcement to upgrade its P25 Radio System,” said Senator Britt. “As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I’m committed to returning taxpayer dollars to our communities. This critical funding will improve emergency communications and help Phenix City law enforcement better protect community members. I’m eager to see the lasting impact this funding will have in strengthening Phenix City for years to come.” Phenix City’s P25 Radio System allows its law enforcement officers to maintain direct and efficient communications, even when using equipment from different manufacturers. An upgraded system will help the Phenix City Police Department better serve local residents and help ensure that in a public safety emergency or natural disaster, local agencies and departments are prepared with up-to-date technology. “The City of Phenix City is grateful to receive funding through the FY26 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act secured by U.S. Senator Katie Britt. This support will allow the city to replace a significant portion of outdated radio equipment. The new portable radios purchased with this grant incorporate the latest technology, including SmartConnect over Wi‑Fi, enabling officers to maintain reliable communications inside buildings and structures where traditional radio coverage may be limited. This upgrade enhances officer safety and ensures more dependable communication during both routine operations and emergency incidents,” said Phenix City Chief of Police Joey Weierick. In total, Senator Britt directly secured more than $15.8 million for Alabama in FY26 CJS appropriations funding. ###",1,2026-07-31T07:49:23Z,2026-07-31T07:50:48Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-leads-colleagues-in-letter-to-fcc-chairman-brendan-carr-requesting-uniform-standard-for-mobile-device-unlocking-highlight-consumer-affordability/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Leads Colleagues in Letter to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr Requesting Uniform Standard for Mobile Device Unlocking, Highlight Consumer Affordability",2026-07-30,2026,2026-07,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.— U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today led several of her colleagues, including Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), and Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), in a letter to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr. Mobile phones in the United States often contain software that prevents the devices from being used on different mobile networks, making them “locked.” This weakens competition among providers and often keeps families in unaffordable phone plans, despite more affordable plans being readily available. Consumers should be able to easily switch devices to a new wireless provider while continuing to pay off their device or if the device is already paid off. 93% of voters agree that this issue should be addressed. In the letter, the Senators voice their support for the FCC’s efforts to address affordability, writing, “We strongly support the Federal Communications Commission’s efforts to address affordability for consumers by adopting a more uniform standard to mobile device unlocking rules. Due to President Trump and your work, the Consumer Price Index shows the overall real cost of wireless service declined over 6 percent last year.” The Senators continue, urging Chairman Carr to build on this work, saying, “We write to urge the Commission to finalize its rulemaking on mobile device unlocking to restore consumer freedom and competitive market principles so consumers can take full advantage of lower prices.” “Given the overwhelming public support, the Commission has a unique opportunity to make an impactful difference in American’s lives by addressing affordability for consumers and promoting a vibrant and competitive mobile marketplace for years to come,”wrote the Senators. “… Device unlocking is pro-consumer, pro-competition, and represents an opportunity to fulfill another aspect of President Trump’s affordability agenda.” The full text of the letter can be found here. ###",1,2026-07-31T07:49:23Z,2026-07-31T07:50:48Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-social-security-is-a-scam/,Tuberville: Social Security Is A Scam,2026-07-30,2026,2026-07,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – This week, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) delivered a speech exposing the federal government’s failed Social Security program as a scam that will be bankrupt soon. In his speech, Sen. Tuberville suggested that the federal government should not be stealing hardworking American taxpayers’ dollars to prop up a failed program. Instead, Americans should be allowed to keep their money to invest in other ways for retirement. Read excerpts from Sen. Tuberville’s remarks below or watch on YouTube or Rumble. “Thank you, Mr. President. […] [I’ve] come to the floor to talk about a big scam in our country. It’s happening in broad daylight before our very eyes. Politicians here in Washington know what’s going on, but they refuse to speak about it. They’re too worried about getting re-elected in most cases. And they think telling the truth about [the] scam will hurt their chances of staying in power. Well, here’s the sad truth. For decades now, the American people have paid into Social Security each month without having any idea if they will ever see a cent of the money that they put in. Since being signed in the law in 1935 by Franklin Delano Roosevelt […] Americans’ money has been going in the front door of the federal government and then going right out the back door. Your dollar doesn’t grow, and it doesn’t come back to you or your children. It’s a big, gigantic, blown-up Ponzi scheme. And the last time I looked, people who do Ponzi schemes usually go to jail. Every American is forced to participate in it. You got no choice. You don’t have a say of the matter. Whether you’re 17 or 67, more than 6 percent of your paycheck is taken out by the federal government to pay for Social Security. Your so-called ‘retirement.’ That might not seem like a lot, but to millions of Americans struggling to live paycheck to paycheck, that 6 percent is a huge sacrifice. Americans have been paying into this program for years, only to see a fraction of what they have been promised. It really makes you wonder how this government approved Ponzi scheme is legal. The truth is that this retirement savings, this savings program, is 100 percent broke. It’s absolutely broke. Just like our federal government with $40 trillion dollars in debt. The Social Security fund is projected to run out of its reserve money in 2032 just a few years from now. When these funds are depleted, senior citizens could see a cut in their monthly check up to 22 to 25 percent of their benefits. On average, that’s $500 a month. If the federal government were to try and save the program, it would most likely mean that your taxes would skyrocket. 38 percent of mandatory spending within the federal budget, annually, goes towards [the] failing Social Security program. Yes. The money you send up here, 38 percent a year goes to Social Security. Not the money that you already sent because guess what? It’s been sent. It’s been spent and scammed out of our system. It’s not there. In other words, almost $1.6 trillion every year of your taxpayer dollars is being spent on a program that is currently scheduled to go bankrupt in 6 years. So basically, the money you send up here has been spent and now is nowhere to be found. The Social Security program is the single largest program we’re wasting our tax dollars on. It’s a mind-boggling program to say the least. But don’t worry, it gets worse. After decades of having Social Security taken out, millions of Americans had to pay taxes when they go to collect their Social Security. […] After you pay taxes and you put it in there for savings for many years and you get it back, guess what? You gotta pay taxes on it. Because our former president and former senator, Mr. Joe Biden, when he was a senator in 1983, got the great idea of ‘let’s tax Social Security.’ What a scam. Depending on which tax brackets you’re in, between 50 percent to 85 percent of your benefits can be taxed by the federal government. Last year, I introduced the Senior Citizens Tax Limitation Act to stop the unjust double tax on Social Security benefits. Thankfully, the One Big Beautiful Bill included senior deductions that significantly reduced federal taxes for the majority of retirees. Thank goodness. In a day and age where the cost of living is skyrocketing, our seniors should not experience a second tax on their Social Security when they’re already paid tax on that money. If we must keep this outdated program, the least we can do is to ensure that senior citizens don’t get slapped with a double tax. Despite what means Americans have been tricked into believing, it turns out that paying into Social Security does not entitle you to a fixed pot of money. Everybody thinks we’re gonna pay in, and we’ll get a lot of money at the end. That sad reality is that many Americans won’t see a cent of the money that they paid into Social Security. Basically, Social Security is just, folks, another tax on both employees and employers since most companies have to match the 6 percent that their employees are forced to pay out their paychecks. They double the tax. This is socialism. It’s highway robbery. And for the last 60 years, we’ve known this program was going under, but no one up here has been willing to fix it. In fact, Social Security is known as the ‘third rail’ of politics that no one up here is allowed to talk about. Don’t talk about Social Security because we don’t have a solution that we might lose our jobs. In fact, Social Security is known as that ‘third rail’ because nobody will touch it. It’s taboo to talk about Social Security. But my question is why? Why is that? We work for the people. We work for the taxpayers. We’ve known this program was going bankrupt for years. It’s been a disaster since Day 1. When many Americans are going to reach retirement age soon, we better look out. They’re expecting to get their money. They’re expecting to get the money that they paid into Social Security for years. They’re gonna get screwed over with nothing left, and this is going to be a serious problem. [The] Social Security scam doesn’t stop there. As you know, Joe Biden welcomed tens of millions of illegals into this country with open arms. They said that our borders are closed after they let 20 million people in that shouldn’t be here. These aren’t nice people either. Most of them, many of them are rapists, murderers, drug lords, and gang members. Well, it turns out, the Biden administration and Alejandro Mayorkas, our great Homeland Security [Secretary], they weren’t just letting these illegals into our country without vetting them. They were handing them Social Security and Medicaid benefits as they were coming into the door. Welcome to the United States of America. We’re broke, but we’re gonna give you money. We’re gonna give you a Social Security number. It’s no wonder we’re broke. While many of Americans will never see Social Security benefits that they worked hard to pay into throughout their careers, illegals—they’re getting money, they’re getting rich off the money that Joe Biden said that they could have. It’s disgusting, but it’s not surprising. This is our federal government. So, why aren’t we allowed to talk about it? It’s almost like the system was set up to fail from the get-go. You know, I caught a lot of flak when I brought this up in a hearing just a few years ago. What’s this guy talking about? We’re gonna get Social Security. If you believe that, I got beach land I’ll say out in Arizona. Every single American has invested the money that they’re forced to pay Social Security each month into a stock. If they’d have done that, they would have gotten 10 times the money that they’d put in. If it would just [be] invest[ed] it in the stock market. But you know where it was invested in? Most people don’t know this. Your money when it comes here is put into treasury bonds that have very low returns. Very, very low. Not even close to anything that you would ever invest in yourself. That’s where your money goes. Don’t be naive. The reason Social Security is invested in bonds is because it is being used to basically prop up the federal government. We’re broke. We don’t have any money. Please send more. Can we raise the Social Security tax? And just tell them, they’re gonna get more money at the end. Folks, it is a scam. If this money had been invested in the stock market again, you’d have 10 to 15 times more money. It’s embarrassing. But apparently, we’re not supposed to bring that up. To his credit, President George [W.] Bush tried to save Social Security in 2000. He tried to privatize a lot of this money. […] If we’d have just done that, if this body in here would have just said ‘OK, we know we screwed it up for 40 years. Let’s go ahead and do it. Let’s get out of this jam.’ They don’t want any part of it because they wanted to steal the rest of the money. And that’s exactly what’s going on. He suggested that younger workers divert their portion to a money market account that would pay for theirs in the future and ours today, those of us that are close to Social Security. But of course, the DC swamp up here, they shut that down fast. Let’s don’t talk about Social Security. It is taboo. It’s a dang shame. The program might not be on the verge of bankruptcy today if they’d just invest part of the young people’s money into the market. But you have to remember, the government relies on your money for their slush fund. The federal government stopped working in your best interest a long a long time ago. The average taxpayer earning the median wage of paying approximately $3,500 to $4,500 annually into the Social Security program over a 40-year work period— that’s around $140,000 to $180,000 that could have gone toward a 401(k) and you’d have money to retire on. People would be seeing much greater returns. We’d better start figuring this out, folks. We’d better start figuring it out. This group up here, a lot of them going to say, I’m gonna be gone. I’m not gonna have to worry about it. Somebody’s gonna pay the price. It won’t be long till people be coming right around this building going, where is my money? You remember January 6th? January the 6th was a pretty bad day. I was here. I sat right over there. My very first day here. I’m thinking, what a disaster I’ve gotten into? Well, you start telling people you’re not getting your Social Security money, it’s gonna get ugly. And I don’t blame them. Not one bit. We’re $40 trillion in debt. There’s no sign of it slowing down. The bottom line is we need to get bureaucrats and politicians out of this mess. Stop this Social Security scam. Let people really know what’s going on and give the money back to the people. We need to make sure Americans get what they were promised, or we need to come up with an alternative solution that will allow Americans to make their own retirement investments, give them their money or let’s put it in a money market account. [The] stock market is booming. It’s far past time Washington, D.C. starts working for the people that we’re supposed to represent. What a thought. Mind boggling, isn’t it? Why would we do that? We work for ourselves up here. We don’t work for the people. It’s ridiculous. It’s a scam. Not for special interest, not for career politicians and entrenched bureaucracy, or for Washington Elite projects. Instead of spending money we don’t have on things we don’t need, why don’t we put the money back into American people’s pockets? Tell them the damn truth. We stole your money, but we’re gonna try to get your money back. Not only is it in America’s best interest to do this, it is the right thing to do. Thanks, Mr. President, I yield the floor.” Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-07-31T07:49:23Z,2026-07-31T07:50:48Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-calls-for-bipartisan-support-for-lindsey-o-graham-sanctioning-russia-and-iran-act-of-2026/,U.S. Senator Katie Britt Calls for Bipartisan Support for Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026,2026-07-29,2026,2026-07,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"“Let’s honor Lindsey’s memory the best way we know how, by responding to Putin’s war of aggression with a show of strength and vote today to hold the Kremlin accountable.” WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) on Tuesday spoke on the Senate Floor in support of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 ahead of an initial procedural vote, which was agreed to by a tally of 86-12. The bill, widely supported by a bipartisan group of senators, would hold major purchasers of Russian oil and gas accountable for supporting Russia’s war against Ukraine, extend the Iran Sanctions Act, and more. A brief excerpt of the Senator’s remarks are below: “Two weeks ago, I stood alongside so many of my Senate colleagues from both sides of the aisle at a press conference announcing the Russian sanctions legislation. It was just three days before that, that this legislation and this cause lost its champion, Senator Lindsey Graham. Today, many of us attended his service at the National Cathedral, and in typical Lindsey fashion, he somehow orchestrated a vote on Ukraine’s future, on peace through strength, on that very same day. “While this sanctions bill quickly amassed bipartisan support across the Senate, it took more than a year of tireless work by one man and a few friends—Senator Dick Blumenthal, Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Senator Roger Wicker—to finally get this to the floor. Even though Lindsey is not physically with us today, his presence can certainly be felt in this chamber. “During his 33 years of public service, Lindsey achieved a great deal. He used his role on the Senate Appropriations Committee to make sure that South Carolina’s hard earned taxpayer dollars came back home. He was a fierce and outspoken advocate for the most vulnerable among us, the unborn. He led the fight to repeal Section 230 because he believed in protecting the next generation online. He believed in blind justice, in defending the Constitution, and in confirming judges to the bench who would uphold the law. And he was an incredible colleague, mentor and friend. But, Mr. President, this list of accomplishments, well, it doesn’t even span all of the things he did. “But he said that … this legislation that we are voting on today, he told me would be the most consequential piece of legislation that he ever led and got to the President’s desk … It is an honor to now help champion one of his highest priorities … Today, we have an opportunity to advance this legislation at a critical juncture in the war where Russia is the weakest that it has been since the start of the war more than four years ago. This legislation will give the President the tools and the economic firepower that he needs to sanction individuals who fund Russia’s war and its machine, to stop countries from purchasing Russian oil and gas that is Putin’s financial lifeline, and it will also hold the regime in Tehran accountable for fueling 47 years of terrorism around the globe. There is no reason this legislation should not advance with overwhelming bipartisan support … and I hope that’s what we see here today. … “As I reflected today on Lindsey’s service and his life and so many memories that I have with him, one thing came to mind: When we were leaving Normandy after being there for the 80th anniversary of D-Day. He said to me, ‘I want you to remember how important the decisions we as political leaders make, because if we fail to do our job, young men and women are sent into harm’s way’ … And he said that … people miscalculated Hitler. He said many were doing the exact same thing to Putin, and he believed that that miscalculation would ultimately be an enormous mistake. So, Mr. President, let’s honor Lindsey’s memory the best way we know how, by responding to Putin’s war of aggression with a show of strength and vote today to hold the Kremlin accountable.” You can watch the Senator’s full remarks here. ###",1,2026-07-30T07:32:48Z,2026-07-30T07:34:08Z https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/tuberville-blackburn-call-for-men-to-stay-out-of-daughters-of-the-american-revolution/,"Tuberville, Blackburn Call for Men to Stay out of Daughters of the American Revolution",2026-07-29,2026,2026-07,Republican,Senate,AL,Tommy Tuberville,T000278,www.tuberville.senate.gov,tuberville,https://www.tuberville.senate.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Al) in introducing the Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act, which would amend the Daughters of the American Revolution’s (DAR) federal charter by adding a membership eligibility requirement to ban biological men from becoming members. This comes as the DAR has made headlines for adding a “non-discrimination” clause that allows biological males to become members. “There’s a reason the founders of this group named it the DAUGHTERS of the American Revolution,” said Sen. Tuberville. “They had the common sense to recognize what a woman is; unlike the woke Left that apparently doesn’t understand the differences between female and male anatomy. Alabama has over 4,000 members in the DAR, and they shouldn’t have to be putting up with this woke nonsense. Amending the eligibility requirements to reflect the founders’ vision is something all of my colleagues should be able to get behind.” “The Daughters of the American Revolution was founded by women for women, and its founders would be appalled that the organization is now allowing biological males to become members and undermine the legacy of real women who helped build our nation,” said Sen. Blackburn. “The Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act would amend the DAR’s federal charter to stop the organization from erasing biological reality and ensure it is reserved for the real daughters of the American Revolution.” Sens. Tuberville and Blackburn were joined by Sens. Katie Britt (R-AL), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), and Mike Lee (R-UT) in cosponsoring the legislation. U.S. Representative Ben Cline (R-VA-06) led companion legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives earlier this month. Heritage Action, Concerned Women for America Action Committee, American Principles Project, Senior Legal Counsel for Independent Women, and the Alliance Defending Freedom endorsed the legislation. Read full text of the bill here. BACKGROUND: The DAR adopted a non-discrimination provision that its current leadership has interpreted to allow men masquerading as women to become members. This bill would amend the DAR’s federal charter to add an eligibility requirement that limits membership to an individual that is a woman and otherwise satisfies the genealogical and membership qualifications established by the corporation. Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees. ###",1,2026-07-30T07:32:48Z,2026-07-30T07:34:08Z https://figures.house.gov/media/in-the-news/rep-figures-warns-social-security-jeopardy-alabama-seniors,Rep. Figures warns Social Security in jeopardy for Alabama seniors.,2026-07-29,2026,2026-07,Democrat,House,AL,Shomari Figures,F000481,figures.house.gov,figures,https://figures.house.gov/media,scraper,"MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Congressman Shomari Figures (D-AL) delivered a warning at the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce briefing on Wednesday, highlighting how looming federal issues, specifically the solvency of Social Security, threaten to disproportionately impact Alabamians. “We know that seniors here in the State of Alabama, for a lot of them, for many of them, they weren’t fortunate enough to have big 401(k)s, big IRAs,” Figures said. “Their retirement plan looks like this: own my own home, have children that can help take care of us, and Social Security.” Figures pointed to updated projections showing the Social Security Trust Fund is on track to run out of money ahead of schedule, with the exhaustion date now expected in 2032. “What that means in the State of Alabama is that the average Social Security benefit at that time that our seniors receive will be reduced by about 20% to 30%,” Figures warned. “That is real. That is a real problem.” Figures said that more than 50% of seniors in Alabama rely on Social Security as their primary source of income. In June 2026, approximately 75,000 Alabamians were receiving Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The financial strain is compounded by low average incomes across the state. While the individual median income in Alabama sits at approximately $34,000, Figures noted that “for seniors in the State of Alabama, that number is even lower.” The threat to retirement benefits is not the only federal issue impacting Alabamians. Figures noted that legislation passed in Washington, D.C., including the Big Beautiful Bill Act, could signal significant financial shifts for the elderly. Figures said that other sectors of Alabama’s economy and community are also feeling the squeeze of federal policy decisions, including agricultural tariffs and changes to food assistance programs that have caused some parents to lose SNAP benefits.",1,2026-08-07T06:11:19Z,2026-08-07T06:12:42Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senators-katie-britt-richard-blumenthal-darline-graham-jeanne-shaheen-jim-risch-roger-wicker-announce-agreement-to-move-forward-on-major-sanctions-legislation-host-meeting-with-president-z/,"U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Richard Blumenthal, Darline Graham, Jeanne Shaheen, Jim Risch, Roger Wicker, Announce Agreement to Move Forward on Major Sanctions Legislation, Host Meeting with President Zelenskyy",2026-07-28,2026,2026-07,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Darline Graham (R-S.C.), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) announced a bipartisan agreement on legislation to hold major purchasers of Russian oil and gas accountable for supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine and extend sanctions that restrict funding for Iran’s energy and weapons sectors. “We are proud to announce an agreement on legislation to stop purchasers of Russian oil and gas from fueling Putin’s war machine and to continue restricting the Iranian regime’s ability to support terrorism and build its nuclear program,” the senators said. “There is no greater way to honor Senator Graham’s legacy than to move forward with this bipartisan agreement, and we look forward to today’s vote.” The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 would impose primary and secondary sanctions against Russia and actors supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine. The sanctions target Russian officials, oligarchs, their family members, foreign persons, and Russian banks and financial institutions, as well as the Russian Shadow Fleet. The legislation allows the President to impose targeted tariffs on imported goods from countries that buy the vast majority of Russian oil or gas, and enable Russian sanctions evasion. The bill limits these tariffs to the five largest importers of Russian crude oil or gas, and top five countries that aid Russia’s energy sanctions evasion. The bill also includes a provision to prevent a lapse in sanction authority that restricts funding for Iran’s energy and weapons sectors. A vote to move forward on the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 is scheduled to take place this evening. The text of the bill is available here. Prior to the vote, Senators Britt, Blumenthal, Graham, Shaheen, Risch, and Wicker will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a meeting with supporters of the legislation. The meeting itself will be closed to press. The senators will hold a brief media availability from the Mansfield Room following the meeting. A livestream will be available here. ###",1,2026-07-29T07:41:48Z,2026-07-29T07:42:57Z https://www.britt.senate.gov/news/press-releases/u-s-senator-katie-britt-attends-farnborough-international-air-show-highlight-alabamas-aerospace-aviation-and-defense-capabilities/,"U.S. Senator Katie Britt Attends Farnborough International Air Show, Highlight Alabama’s Aerospace, Aviation and Defense Capabilities",2026-07-27,2026,2026-07,Republican,Senate,AL,Katie Boyd Britt,B001319,www.britt.senate.gov,britt,https://www.britt.senate.gov/media/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) recently attended the “Pioneers of Tomorrow” 2026 Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England, on a congressional delegation trip and to represent the Alabama federal delegation along with Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) and Representative Dale Strong (R-Ala.). Senator Britt joins a bipartisan congressional delegation trip to London, England. “What an incredible year to attend the 2026 Farnborough Air Show. The growth we’ve seen just over the past year in Alabama’s aviation, aerospace, and defense industries has been remarkable. From Space Command Headquarters coming to its rightful home in Huntsville, to a successful Artemis II launch powered by Marshall Space Flight Center, to hundreds of millions of dollars in new investments announced by aerospace companies across our state, and so much more—2025 was record-breaking on many levels and 2026 is on pace to break those records,” said Senator Britt. “It was an honor to join so many of Alabama’s leaders at the Air Show to not only highlight our state’s vital role in safeguarding freedom both at home and across the globe, but also to showcase why Alabama is the best place to do business. As we look to a new era of American excellence in our aerospace, defense, and intelligence capabilities, one thing is clear: Alabama will continue to lead the way.” The Farnborough International Air Show showcases aerospace and defense manufacturers and suppliers from Alabama and across the globe. In 2025, exports of aerospace products and parts grew 12% from the previous year and remained part of Alabama’s top export category totaling $11.4 billion, including transportation equipment, and reached 99 countries around the globe. The aerospace and defense industry supports more than 72,000 jobs, generates $35.5 billion in economic activity annually in the state, and includes over 300 aerospace companies. Alabama also ranks as the fourth highest state in the U.S. for the employment of aerospace engineers “Alabama is no doubt in a stronger position thanks to the visionary leadership of Governor Ivey,” continued Senator Britt. “Over the past decade, Governor Ivey and her team have worked diligently to tell the story of our great state and the incredible people who live here. I have been honored to work alongside her in several capacities, including now on the federal level, to ensure Alabama is in the best possible position and continues to have a seat at the table. Alabama’s presence at the Air Show is just one of the many ways our state’s influence and dominance have grown significantly in such a short period of time. Governor Ivey’s office and Secretary McNair once again led a strong Alabama delegation to Farnborough and showcased the very best of our great state, and I couldn’t be more grateful for their diligence and hard work.” Under Governor Ivey’s tenure, the state of Alabama has been well-represented at ten consecutive Air Shows. Since 2017, Alabama’s aviation, aerospace, and defense industries have added an incredible 40-45% more jobs, and since 2015, companies in the industries have announced $4.3 billion in new investments in Alabama. Governor Ivey’s Chief of Staff Liz Filmore and Alabama Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair co-led the state’s delegation this year. This growth was also reflected in the expansion of the Made in Alabama chalet in addition to Alabama’s booth. “Aerospace and defense are rooted in Alabama’s history and are, no doubt, part of our present and future. We have, once again, had a successful Air Show mission and brought back more jobs for the families that call Alabama home,” said Governor Ivey. “Since I took office in 2017, Alabama has seen investments totaling more than $69 billion, which has created 100,000 and counting, and certainly the aerospace industry is a big part of that growth. Alabama will remain a leader in this powerful industry thanks to people like Senator Katie Britt, and I thank her for her good work. We look forward to the new business coming from this year’s Air Show. Our best days are still ahead!” Senator Britt joins Alabama State Representatives James Lomax and Andy Whitt, Alabama State Senator April Weaver, Alabama Workforce Secretary Greg Reed, Alabama Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair, Chief of Staff to Governor Ivey Liz Filmore, and Alabama State Senators Lance Bell and Wes Kitchens at the Made in Alabama chalet. “Alabama’s participation at the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow reinforced our position as a global leader in aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing. Throughout the week, our delegation met with industry leaders, strengthened relationships with existing partners, and introduced new companies to the many advantages of doing business in Alabama. The announcements of major investments from two aerospace companies, Doncasters and Redwire, underscore the momentum we’re building, and the confidence companies have in Alabama’s workforce, business climate, and long-term vision for growth. We’re especially grateful for the support of Senator Britt and our Congressional delegation, whose advocacy helps elevate Alabama’s competitiveness on the global stage. Farnborough once again demonstrated the value of working together—with communities, universities, and economic development partners united in showcasing the innovation, talent, and opportunities that make Alabama stand out. We look forward to building on the relationships and opportunities created this week to drive continued investment and job creation across our state,” said Ellen McNair, Secretary of the Alabama Department of Commerce. Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed, economic development specialists, and business and higher education leaders from communities across the state also attended the Farnborough International Air Show. These include Auburn, Huntsville, Montgomery, Mobile, Birmingham and Dothan. Leaders from Auburn University, the University of Alabama in Huntsville, and Southern Union State Community College were also at the Air Show. ###",1,2026-07-28T07:37:32Z,2026-07-28T07:38:50Z