Single vote against ALFA health plans bill in Alabama House found to be a mistake
Alabama Farmers Federation Advances Health Plan Bill The Alabama Farmers Federation (ALFA) is progressing with proposals to implement the Farm Bureau’s health plan through the Alabama Legislature, following a successful vote at its home earlier this month. Interestingly, there was only one dissenting vote during that process. In a recent interview, the bill’s sponsor, state […]
ALGOP Chair calls on state legislators to approve ‘success sequence’ bill
Alabama Lawmaker Advocates for “Success Sequence” Curriculum John Wahl, the Republican Speaker of Alabama’s House, is urging state legislators to support a bill that mandates teaching the “success sequence” in schools across the state. This proposed curriculum aims to provide a framework for young individuals based on extensive research. It outlines a path where students […]
Birmingham Water Works reform bill passes House committee and is now waiting for final approval
The legislation aimed at restructuring the Birmingham Waterworks Board successfully passed through the Key House Committee on Tuesday and now awaits a decisive vote in the Alabama House of Representatives. Sponsored by Senator Dan Roberts (R Mountain Brook), the bill, known as SB330, fundamentally alters the governance of the waterworks board. It diminishes Birmingham’s sole […]
‘Party Of Lame’: Lawrence Jones from Fox Indicates Democrats Failed to Achieve Their Goals With the Major Bill
Trump’s Big Bill and Democratic Strategy Lawrence Jones, a contributor at Fox News, stated during Wednesday’s “Five People” segment that Democrats could have achieved their goals if they had negotiated with President Donald Trump regarding his “big, beautiful bill.” Following intense budget discussions, the Senate approved Trump’s bill with a narrow 51-50 vote on Tuesday. […]
Dale Strong supports a $69 billion historic border security proposal in the House budget bill.
Budget Package Approved for Border Security This week, the U.S. House Committee on Homeland Security moved forward with part of a $69 billion budget proposal aimed at bolstering the Department of Homeland Security’s efforts in border security. The approved section allocates funds for effective border wall systems and technologies designed to detect harmful illegal drugs. […]
This is what the Senate modified in the significant bill.
Senate Approves Trump’s Comprehensive Budget Bill The Senate successfully passed President Donald Trump’s extensive budget legislation early Tuesday morning. This came after hours of negotiations over the nearly 1,000-page document. Some GOP senators, particularly Lisa Murkowski from Alaska and Susan Collins from Maine, were hesitant and pushed for specific amendments. They focused on addressing Medicaid […]
Bill O’Reilly Discusses One Major Challenge Ahead with Big Beautiful Bill
O’Reilly Comments on Senate’s Passage of Trump’s Legislation Former Fox News host Bill O’Reilly remarked on Tuesday that, while the Senate managed a narrow vote to pass President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Building,” significant challenges lie ahead. The Senate approved the bill with a close 51-50 vote, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking […]
State Rep. Jamie Kiel expresses disappointment that the legislature could not approve a religious freedom bill for public school families this session.
Concerns Over Alabama Religious Freedom Bill State Senator Jamie Keele (R-Russellville) expressed disappointment regarding Congress’s recent inability to pass a religious freedom bill applicable to Alabama public schools. The legislation, initially introduced by State Representative Susan Dubose (R-Hoover), did not progress through the state government committee, leading to Keele’s frustrations, as he had voted in […]
Hemp regulation bill awaits Ivey’s decision following public petition against it and industry discussions.
The contentious bill that governs hemp-derived products in Alabama is currently awaiting the decision of Gov. Kay Ivey. House Bill 445, which Congress passed in early May, has garnered significant attention from small business owners, patients, advocates, and even law enforcement. Many believe that stronger regulations are essential. Ivey has several options: she can sign […]
Scott Jennings Pushes Back Against CNN Host’s Medicaid Panic Over Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
On CNN Tuesday, Scott Jennings, a senior political commentator, addressed Casey Hunt’s worries about Medicaid cuts tied to President Donald Trump’s recent legislative push. The Senate Finance Committee unveiled tax and Medicaid proposals in June, which include stricter eligibility requirements and changes to labor conditions. These reforms are more sweeping than the version passed by […]
