As more than 20 rural hospitals in Alabama are at an immediate risk of closing their doors, Congressman Shomari Figures introduced legislation to provide financial support to those struggling hospitals.
With new state funding on the way, Alabama school districts could soon be hiring more reading specialists, expanding summer programs or offering targeted support for English learners.
House Bill 477, one of the biggest issues of the session, pitted Alfa against some of the state’s health care establishment, including Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and the American Cancer Society.
After hours of procedural delays at the Alabama Senate, lawmakers on Tuesday approved a record-high $3.8 billion General Fund budget for 2026, sending it to Gov. Kay Ivey’s desk for final approval.
The record $12.2 billion Education Trust Fund budget was transmitted to Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday. The Senate quickly concurred Tuesday afternoon (April 29) with
“I’m thankful God bestowed on me gifts and abilities I’ve tried to faithfully use in His kingdom work.” —Janet Erwin upon her retirement in December 2020