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On March 2, 1807 - The U.S. Congress passed legislation banning the international slave trade. Introduction The abolition of the slave trade by the United States Congress on this date marks a pivotal moment in the nation's history. The decision to eradicate the inhumane practice of trading enslaved individuals was a monumental step towards the eventual abolition of slavery altogether. This article delves into the historical context, the legislative journey, and the profound impact of this...
When you start a small business, there's one thing you need more than anything else: money. However, getting money to fund a business has been challenging for women, particularly women of color. While women continue to make strides in raising more venture capital, they still only garnered just 2% of the total capital invested in venture-backed startups in the U.S. To source money for their new businesses, women need to look at multiple funding avenues. As NEXT points out, one opportunity is smal...
March 3, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) asks for the help of Alabamians to assess the health needs of women of childbearing age, infants, children, and youth in the state. One way the public can assist is by participating in an anonymous online survey that is to be completed by families, youth, and healthcare providers. Other ways ADPH is collecting information are through focus groups, key informant interviews, and listening sessions hosted around the...
After years of steep premium increases, up over 50% since 2021, industry experts predict that the market is poised for stabilization in 2025. This relief comes at a crucial time. Jerry surveyed 1,000 American drivers across all age groups and regions of the country in its 2025 State of the American Driver Report to find out how people are impacted by the current era of higher-cost car ownership. Results reveal that high insurance costs alone have pushed 32% of drivers to cut back on family...
February 28, 2025 - WASHINGTON – In January 2025, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) reintroduced the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, or S.9, to save women's sports and preserve Title IX protections for female athletes. Over the past four years, the Biden administration took a sledgehammer to Title IX – resulting in more than 900 women losing trophies to men competing in women's sports. These policies are wildly unpopular as 79% of Americans agree that men should not compete aga...
February 27, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) today reintroduced bipartisan legislation, the Clergy Act, to allow clergy members who previously opted not to be covered by Social Security a time-limited opportunity to opt back in to coverage. "I'm proud to reintroduce the Clergy Act, a commonsense measure to support our nation's faith leaders. This bill would allow clergy members to opt back into the system and pay into Social Security,...
On Friday, February 28, 2025, representatives from the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) and state and local officials took part in a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the reopening of the recently renovated Claiborne Public Boat Ramp on the Alabama River in Monroe County. The boat ramp is located just off U.S. Highway 84 approximately 14 miles west of Monroeville. The boat ramp was temporarily closed in September 2024 for a major renovation that included a new...
A Turning Point in Modern History The Gulf War, also known as Operation Desert Storm, was a monumental conflict that marked a significant turning point in modern history. On February 28, 1991, the war officially came to an end with the Iraqi government of Saddam Hussein agreeing to a ceasefire, bringing relief and jubilation to many and reshaping geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East and beyond. The Prelude to Conflict The origins of the Gulf War can be traced back to August 2, 1990, when...
The internet wasn't built with accessibility (i.e., everyone) in mind. In its early days, it was chaotic—blinking text, auto-playing music, and little navigation. While web design and user experiences have evolved, accessibility remains an afterthought for many businesses. Even today, millions of people encounter daily barriers online: a checkout button they can't reach, a form they can't complete, a video they can't hear. Beyond creating usable experiences for all users, digital a...
February 26, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – The House Judiciary Committee advanced controversial legislation that would give police officers greater criminal and civil immunity while performing their duties. House Bill 202 ((HB202 is sponsored by state Representative Rex Reynolds (R-Huntsville). The legislation is part of Governor Kay Ivey's (R) "Bach the Blue" bills designed to crack down on the state's out of control crime problem. The bill was substituted and amended by the Judiciary Committee. "Th...
February 25, 2025 - WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) spoke with Bret Erickson, Board Member of the International Fresh Produce Association, and Anna Rhinewalt, Council Member of the Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation and Mississippi Sweet Potato Council, during a Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (Ag) hearing. During the hearing, they spoke about the dire state of the farm economy impacting specialty crop producers after four years of Joe Biden's r...
February 25, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey today announced the filing of the Alabama K-12 Public School and State Employee Paid Parental Leave Act of 2025, fulfilling a commitment she made during her 2025 state of the state address to support Alabama families and to recruit and retain highly talented public school teachers and state employees. "First, if a teacher wants to start a family, she should have the proper maternity leave. That is why I am proud to have Senator Vivian F...
Women face unique challenges when it comes to financial planning. They still face a gender pay gap, and they tend to save and invest at lower rates compared to men. For these reasons and more, women are far more likely than men to feel stress surrounding financial planning. But taking charge of your finances can help you make the most of your money—and it may alleviate some of the stress that comes with financial uncertainty. Among the 9 in 10 women who reported feeling financially stressed i...
February 26, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Reps. Terri Sewell (AL-07) and Beth Van Duyne (TX-24) were joined by Senators Todd Young (R-IN) and Tina Smith (D-MN) to introduce bipartisan legislation to level the playing field for American workers. The Leveling the Playing Field Act 2.0 updates U.S. trade remedy law to combat China's anti-free market trade practices. "The Leveling the Playing Field Act 2.0 takes important steps to strengthen U.S. trade remedy laws and push back against China's egr...
