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February 14, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a concerted effort to support family-run farms, ranches, and businesses, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has joined forces with U.S. Senator John Thune (R-SD) to reintroduce the Death Tax Repeal Act. This legislation aims to permanently abolish the federal estate tax, widely referred to as the death tax. Senator Tuberville has been an advocate for this cause, having introduced similar legislation in the 117th and 118th Congresses. Senator T...
This Week: President Trump signs an Executive Order officially renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America; the Bureau of Land Management says the federal grazing fee for 2025 will remain the same as last year; cold temperatures off the coast of Florida send U.S. Geological Survey scientists and volunteers into rescue mode; The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service marks a milestone; this Monday is a "fee free" day at a public lands site near you; and we're showing a little Valentine's Day love...
February 15, 2015–The U.S. Army has effectively banned transgender individuals from enlisting or actively transitioning while in service. Friday afternoon, the official Army X account, @USArmy, posted the following: "The #USArmy will no longer allow transgender individuals to join the military and will stop performing or facilitating procedures associated with gender transition for service members. "Effective immediately, all new accessions for individuals with a history of gender dysphoria a...
February 15, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – New legislation has been introduced before the Alabama Legislature that would ensure that judges in Alabama domestic relations cases consider that having a relationship with both of their biological parents (in most circumstances) is in the best interests of the child in custodial cases. House Bill 229 - The Best Interest of the Child Protection Act 2025 - is sponsored by State Representative Kenneth Paschal (R-Pelham). Sponsors say that the Best Int...
February 15, 2025 – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) spoke with the Alabama Gazette about the situation in the Middle East during a press call with Alabama reporters and journalists. "I think it is very, very important that we all understand that this is an absolute mess in the Middle East," said Senator Tuberville. "Joe Biden and his cronies they just made it worse every day by playing both sides. They allowed Iran to continue to pump gas and oil and sell it all over the world m...
February 12, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – Democratic leadership has announced that Rep. Shomari C. Figures (D-AL02) will serve as the Vice Ranking Member of the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture. Figures will be the number two Democrat on the subcommittee that will be at the center of addressing key nutritional issues in the United States, including in Alabama, and defending funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that many District 2 res...
February 17, 2025 – New legislation seeks to move medical marijuana out of the courts and into the real world. In May 2021 the Alabama Legislature passed and Governor Kay Ivey (R) signed the Compassion Act which allowed patients with a demonstrable medical need and a doctor's recommendation to get legal, Alabama grown medical marijuana in a non-smokable form. Nearly four years later, the state and would be medical marijuana producers have spent $millions of dollars in the courts in litigation a...
February 17, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – The Alabama legislature has introduced new legislation that which, if passed and signed into law, would ban a number of psychoactive products commonly sold in convenience stores and CBD stores across the state. Senate Bill 132 is sponsored by Senator Tim Melson (R-Florence). According to the synopsis: "Existing law lists tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) as a Schedule I controlled substance, but explicitly exempts THC found in hemp." "Delta-8 THC, Delta-9 THC, and...
February 18, 2025 - House Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen on Monday announced that freshman State Rep. Brock Colvin (R - Albertville) will serve as House Majority Whip, the third highest position in the Republican Caucus' leadership structure, for the remainder of the quadrennium. Colvin replaces State Rep. Randall Shedd (R - Fairview), who recently resigned his House seat in order to accept a position on the staff of Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger (R - Cullman). Whips, which are...
February 17, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-AL04) is proud to announce his role as a co-sponsor of the Birthright Citizenship Act, recently introduced by Congressman Brian Babin (R-Texas). This legislation aims to restore the 14th Amendment to its original intent and address the current misinterpretation of birthright citizenship. Aderholt claims that Congress has the power to clarify Constitutional Amendments, ensuring they are applied as originally intended by the...
Feb 16, 2025 - Kringle a one-year-old male Rat Terrier mix, 26 lbs. He came to us as a stray, never reclaimed. Kringle is pretty laid back, knows sit and is a friendly boy but also a bit more independent in nature. He loves playing with toys and is good with other dogs. Our adoption fees are $100 for dogs & $50 for cats under one-year-old; cats over one-year-old can be adopted by approved adopters for a fee of their choosing. This adoption fee completely covers the mandatory spay or neuter, basi...
February 15, 2025 – Alabama Eagle Forum comes out against Governor Kay Ivey's bill on the state veteran's board Becky Gerritson is the Executive Director of Eagle Forum of Alabama. "I'm an Air Force wife (Ret.) and have grave concerns that AL veterans will lose their voice if the Governor's bill to restructure the State Board of Veterans Affairs (SBVA) is passed," Gerritson said in an email blast to Eagle Forum. Senate Bill 67 is being carried for the Gov. Ivey be state Senator Andrew Jones (...
February 18, 2025 - PELHAM, AL - Nestled in the heart of Alabama, the Oak Mountain Amphitheatre has long been a cherished venue for music lovers and event-goers. With a capacity to accommodate over 10,000 attendees, it has hosted countless memorable performances and festivals, becoming a staple in Birmingham's cultural and entertainment scene. However, as the city evolves and embraces new opportunities, the decision has been made to close this iconic venue. Since its inception, Oak Mountain...
Commercial property insurance can help with theft coverage and financial losses to replace stolen property so your business can quickly return to normal business operations after a crime. Business property—office equipment, tools, inventory and the like—can be a thief magnet. Forbes advisor reports that 90% of small business retailers nationwide have experienced theft at their stores. And it's not only retailers; businesses in all industries are affected, NEXT reports. Approximately 30% of U.S...
February 19, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is urging parents to ensure their children are up to date with their measles vaccinations amidst a surge in cases reported in several states, including Texas and Georgia, within the first two months of 2025. With unvaccinated individuals facing a 90 percent chance of infection upon exposure, the situation is becoming increasingly alarming. Measles is a severe viral respiratory illness that lives in the nose and...
February 18, 2029 – MONTGOMERY, AL – The Alabama House of Representatives when it meets today is poised to consider using more electronic monitoring of youths who have shown that they have a tendency to be troublemakers. House Bill 199 is part of Alabama Governor Kay Ivey's (R) package of bills to fight crime in the state. HB199 is being carried in the Hose of Representatives by state Representative Travis Hendrix (D-Birmingham). Hendrix is a law enforcement officer. According to the syn...
February 18, 2025 – The Alabama House of Representatives is set to consider a bill creating veterans resource centers in Alabama. The bill is an initiative promoted by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) in her State of the State speech. Senate Bill 70 is sponsored by State Senator Andrew Jones (R-Centre). The bipartisan legislation, which has already passed the Alabama Senate, is cosponsored by Senators Gerald Allen, Lance Bell, Wes Kitchens, Chris Elliott, Randy Price, Tom Butler, David Sessions, J...
February 18, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In her compelling article for The Hill, U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Alabama) underscores the vital role of educational freedom in empowering families and unlocking children's potential. Drawing from her personal experience as a mother of two, Britt passionately advocated for universal educational choice, stressing that education should never be a one-size-fits-all solution. Senator Britt's vision encompasses a diverse array of educational pathways, from...
Rising inflation at the supermarket has changed the way Americans buy food, altering family menus and daily diets as shoppers stretch their dollars to feed their families. Higher food prices hurt those with lower incomes the most, limiting access to healthy food and impacting long-term health. In particular, the price of healthy foods has surged. One study from the University of Warwick found that Americans pay 40% more for fruits and vegetables due to enormous fixed costs in supplying them to m...
February 18, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – The Alabama House of Representatives passed a joint House resolution (HJR30) declaring their support for crime suppression units. HJR30 is sponsored by state Representative Reed Ingram (R-Pike Road). Rep. Reed explained that metro crime suppression units are joint task forces between state, city, and sheriff's law enforcement agencies. Reed said that this is something that is taking place combining Alabama Law Enforcement Agency officers, Montgomery Cou...
February 18, 2025 - MONTGOMERY. AL - The Secretary of State of Alabama, Wes Allen, announced today that he is running for Lieutenant Governor of Alabama in the 2026 election cycle. As a Republican candidate for the position, he is joining Pastor Dean Odle in the field of candidates vying for the Republican bid in the May 26th, 2026 primary. In announcing his bid for Lieutenant Governor of Alabama, Secretary of State Wes Allen stated that "For a kid that grew up at the end of a dirt road to have...
As electric vehicles grow in popularity, car buyers are charting a path toward a safer, less oil-dependent future. New EVs aren't the only driving factor here. Sales figures for used EVs soared in 2024, growing 61.3% year-over-year in November, while sales of new EVs rose by 13.6% within a similar time frame. The General analyzed Cox Automotive and Kelley Blue Book data to explore this trend and share what consumers need to know before buying a used electric vehicle, as well as what EV sales...
February 19, 2025 – Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) is requesting $9,909,416,539 in her proposed 2026 education trust fund budget (ETF). This is an increase of $560,910,370 from the 2025 budget of $9,348,506,169. The current 2025 education budget is the largest in the entire history of the state of Alabama and the Governor's 2026 education budget is half a billion higher than the 2025 budget. In the Governor's proposed budget 68.05% of the budget will be spent on K-12 education – virtually the...
February 19, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall today applauded the introduction of Senate Bill 176 and House Bill 307, also known as the Speedy Trial Act, legislation aimed at expediting trials for violent criminal cases, reducing court backlogs, and ensuring swift justice for victims. This crucial reform will be sponsored by Senator Will Barfoot (R-Pike Road), Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and Representative Jim Hill (R-Moody), Chairman of the House J...
February 18, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Tuberville's Efforts to Protect National Security The United States has witnessed an alarming surge in foreign investment across its agricultural sector, posing significant threats to national security and economic stability. This issue, particularly exacerbated by investments from China, has prompted legislative action aimed at safeguarding the country's essential resources. One such legislative effort is spearheaded by Senator Tuberville, who has...
