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Alabama’s Britt blasts Biden on economy, immigration in GOP State of the Union reply
First-term U.S. Sen. Katie Britt of Alabama delivered the Republican response to President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address Thursday night, and laid blame on Biden for a host of national and international crises — what she said is chaos at the border, in cities, in the economy and among U.S. allies. Britt stuck […] The post Alabama’s Britt blasts Biden on economy, immigration in GOP State of the Union reply appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Biden warns ‘freedom and democracy are under attack’ in fierce State of the Union address
WASHINGTON — In remarks pivotal to his reelection this fall, President Joe Biden in his State of the Union address Thursday night portrayed himself as the defender of democracy, touted the bipartisan deals he’s brokered during his first term in office and appealed to Congress to support Ukraine in its battle against the Russian invasion. […] The post Biden warns ‘freedom and democracy are under attack’ in fierce State of the Union address appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Alabama House passes bill restricting DEI initiatives, stirs debate on free speech
The Alabama House Thursday approved a bill that would ban the public funding of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and leave teachers or employees who use “divisive concepts” subject to potential termination. SB 129, sponsored by Sen. Will Barfoot, R-Pike Road, passed the House on a 75-28 party-line vote, with Republicans in favor and […] The post Alabama House passes bill restricting DEI initiatives, stirs debate on free speech appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Alabama deserves a revote on ‘Life’
In today’s divisive political landscape, it is extremely unlikely to find an issue where the vast majority of people – much less Alabama legislators – are in agreement. Yet in the period of time since the Alabama Supreme Court ruled frozen embryos are also “children” in the eyes of the law and effectively halted all […] The post Alabama deserves a revote on ‘Life’ appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
What to expect in Biden’s State of the Union speech Thursday night
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden is set to deliver his State of the Union address Thursday night, with a grueling reelection campaign already fully underway and speaking to a chamber full of Republicans poised to seize on what they see as his shortcomings. Biden, seeking to unify Democrats, is expected to focus on issues core […] The post What to expect in Biden’s State of the Union speech Thursday night appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Colorectal cancer is rising among younger adults. Some states want to boost awareness.
This story originally appeared on Stateline. Responding to new research on the rising incidence of colorectal cancer among younger adults, some states are trying to boost public awareness of the deadly disease with a focus on Black and rural residents. In 2021, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force changed the routine screening age for colorectal […] The post Colorectal cancer is rising among younger adults. Some states want to boost awareness. appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Alabama Legislature gives final approval to school voucher-like program
The Alabama Senate Wednesday approved a program that would provide public funds for certain education-related expenses after lengthy debate on the Senate floor. HB 129, sponsored by Rep. Danny Garrett, R-Trussville, also known as the CHOOSE Act, passed 23-9. The bill goes to Gov. Kay Ivey, who said in a statement Wednesday that she “looks […] The post Alabama Legislature gives final approval to school voucher-like program appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Alabama House committee OKs bill that would overhaul state ethics law
An Alabama House committee Wednesday approved a bill to overhaul the state ethics code on a voice vote. HB 227, sponsored by Rep. Matt Simpson, R-Daphne, would make it a Class B felony, punishable by up to 20 years in prison, for a person who offers, confers, or agrees to confer anything of value to […] The post Alabama House committee OKs bill that would overhaul state ethics law appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Alabama Legislature gives final approval to in vitro fertilization bill
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey Wednesday night signed a bill aimed at restarting in vitro fertilization (IVF) services in the state, minutes after the Alabama Legislature gave final approval to the legislation. SB 159, sponsored by Sen. Tim Melson, R-Florence, which provides criminal and civil immunity to providers and patients of IVF services, passed the House […] The post Alabama Legislature gives final approval to in vitro fertilization bill appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Alabama House committee holds public hearings on bills limiting sex and gender instruction
An Alabama House committee Wednesday held public hearings on two bills that could restrict sex and gender instruction in public schools, though neither came to a vote. HB 130, sponsored by Rep. Mack Butler, R-Rainbow City, would prohibit classroom instruction for any K-12 student “regarding sexual orientation or gender identity.” The bill expands a “Don’t […] The post Alabama House committee holds public hearings on bills limiting sex and gender instruction appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
U.S. House passes $468 billion spending package that would stave off shutdown
WASHINGTON — U.S. House lawmakers cast a broadly bipartisan vote Wednesday to approve a six-bill government funding package, marking one of the few consequential votes on major legislation that chamber has taken since Republicans took the majority more than a year ago. The $468 billion package includes half of the annual spending bills for the […] The post U.S. House passes $468 billion spending package that would stave off shutdown appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Alabama House committee approves bill ending school approval for young teen workers
An Alabama House committee Wednesday approved legislation that removes a work permit requirement for 14-year-old and 15-year-old minors before they are employed. The Children and Senior Advocacy Committee voted to approve HB 102, sponsored by Rep. Susan DuBose, R-Hoover, after delaying the proposal for a week to allow amendments reflecting concerns from members of the […] The post Alabama House committee approves bill ending school approval for young teen workers appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Nikki Haley withdraws from the GOP contest after winning just 1 Super Tuesday state
This story originally appeared on South Carolina Daily Gazette. Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley withdrew from the Republican presidential contest Wednesday, ending her increasingly long-shot bid of toppling former President Donald Trump. Haley ended it with a speech in Charleston, where she launched her campaign. She congratulated Trump but did not endorse him, saying […] The post Nikki Haley withdraws from the GOP contest after winning just 1 Super Tuesday state appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Alabama Senate committee makes major changes to gambling package
An Alabama Senate committee Tuesday made major changes to a House-approved gambling package that scales back much of the original package. The changes to the two bills — HB 151, a constitutional amendment, and HB 152, laying out operations, revenue disbursement and enforcement — passed the Senate Tourism Committee on voice votes. The package, sponsored […] The post Alabama Senate committee makes major changes to gambling package appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Biden to push for return of expanded child tax credit in State of the Union speech
WASHINGTON — Top White House economic officials said Tuesday that President Joe Biden will announce how his administration is tackling economic issues — from the housing crisis to restoring the expansion of the child tax credit — during this week’s State of the Union address to Congress and the nation. “Providing more breathing room to […] The post Biden to push for return of expanded child tax credit in State of the Union speech appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Absence of AI hospital rules worries nurses
For nurse Judy Schmidt, the beeping monitors hooked up to critical patients at the Community Medical Center in Toms River, New Jersey, were just a normal part of the whirlwind of activity in the intensive care unit. But looking back on her work about a decade ago, Schmidt said she realizes those machines were using […] The post Absence of AI hospital rules worries nurses appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
2nd Congressional District: Figures, Daniels head to Democratic runoff
Former Department of Justice official Shomari Figures and Alabama House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels are headed to a runoff for the Democratic nomination in the newly-drawn 2nd Congressional District. As of 10:16 p.m. Figures had 23,438 votes (43%) while Daniels had 12,718 votes (23%) in unofficial returns posted on the Alabama Secretary of State’s website. […] The post 2nd Congressional District: Figures, Daniels head to Democratic runoff appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
2nd Congressional District: Brewbaker, Dobson head to Republican runoff
Former Sen. Dick Brewbaker of Pike Road and attorney Caroleene Dobson are headed to a runoff for the Republican nomination for the 2nd Congressional District. Brewbaker had 22,556 votes (39.59%) in unofficial returns Tuesday evening. Dobson had 15,075 votes (26.46%) as of 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, narrowly ahead of Sen. Greg Albritton, R-Atmore, who had 14,434 […] The post 2nd Congressional District: Brewbaker, Dobson head to Republican runoff appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Barry Moore wins Republican nomination for 1st Congressional District
U.S. Rep. Barry Moore, R-Enterprise, won the Republican nomination Tuesday for the Alabama 1st Congressional District, which stretches from Mobile through the Wiregrass. As of 11 p.m. Tuesday, Moore had 53,805 votes (51.75%) in unofficial returns. U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl, R-Mobile, who currently represents the 1st Congressional District, had 50,156 votes (48.25%). Moore, who currently […] The post Barry Moore wins Republican nomination for 1st Congressional District appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
2nd Congressional District: Figures, Daniels head to Democratic runoff
Former Department of Justice official Shomari Figures and Alabama House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels are headed to a runoff for the Democratic nomination in the newly-drawn 2nd Congressional District. As of 10:16 p.m. Figures had 23,438 votes (43%) while Daniels had 12,718 votes (23%) in unofficial returns posted on the Alabama Secretary of State’s website. […] The post 2nd Congressional District: Figures, Daniels head to Democratic runoff appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
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