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Senators reintroduce bill addressing antisemitism on college campuses

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 20, 2025

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Tim Scott, and Jacky Rosen have reintroduced the Antisemitism Awareness Act, which aims to address antisemitic incidents on college campuses.

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Which former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, Feb. 23?

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 20, 2025

These former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, Feb. 23.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Jefferson County in week ending Feb. 15?

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Jefferson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Jefferson County in week ending Feb. 15

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 15, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Federal funds allocated to replace St. Bernard Bridge in Cullman

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt has announced a $20.3 million investment from the Department of Transportation for the St. Bernard Bridge in Cullman, Alabama.

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Britt and Lee propose Healthy SNAP Act to curb junk food purchases

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Mike Lee have introduced the Healthy SNAP Act, a legislative proposal aimed at revising the list of items eligible for purchase with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

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Hearing set to examine Biden administration's energy spending

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

Congressman Brett Guthrie and Congressman Gary Palmer have announced an upcoming hearing for the Subcommittee on Oversight & Investigations.

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Britt and Schmitt reintroduce ENABLE Act for disability savings

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Eric Schmitt have reintroduced the Ensuring Nationwide Access to Better Life Experience (ENABLE) Act, which aims to provide tax-free savings opportunities for individuals with disabilities and their families.

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Kelly Loeffler confirmed as SBA Administrator by Senate

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt of Alabama cast her vote in favor of Kelly Loeffler for the position of Administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA) under President Trump.

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Gary Palmer shares views on Presidents' Day and oversight hearings

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

U.S. Congressman Gary Palmer from Alabama's 6th district shared insights via Twitter between February 17 and February 19.

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Which former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 22?

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

These former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 22.

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Rep. Terri A. Sewell announces events and honors civil rights figure

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

In recent tweets dated February 17 and February 18, Rep. Terri A. Sewell highlighted upcoming community events in Tuscaloosa and honored Civil Rights Movement participant JoAnne Bland during Black History Month celebrations

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Senate confirms Howard Lutnick as U.S. Secretary of Commerce

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt announced her support for Howard Lutnick, President Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Commerce.

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Senator Katie Britt supports Trump's executive order on IVF accessibility

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt has expressed her support for President Trump's recent executive order aimed at expanding access to in vitro fertilization (IVF).

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Bipartisan resolution aims to strip Hamas of control over Gaza

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Lindsey Graham have introduced a bipartisan resolution aimed at ensuring that Hamas does not retain any political or military control over the Gaza Strip.

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Senator Katie Britt advocates for educational freedom in The Hill

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

The Hill recently featured an article by U.S. Senator Katie Britt, who advocates for educational freedom to empower parents and create opportunities for children across the nation.

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Which former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Feb. 21?

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

This former Jefferson Reporter area high school standout will be in action on Friday, Feb. 21.

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Terri A. Sewell highlights key figures in Black history

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 17, 2025

In a series of tweets posted between February 15-17, 2025, Rep. Terri A. Sewell commemorated influential figures in Black history such as Benjamin Sterling Turner, Dorothy Love Coates, and Rev.

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Which former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Feb. 20?

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 17, 2025

These former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Feb. 20.

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Jefferson Reporter Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry during 2024?

By Jefferson Reporter | Feb 16, 2025

In 2024, 81 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry located within the Jefferson Reporter publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.