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Terri Sewell expresses condolences over Reagan National Airport crash

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 30, 2025

On January 30, 2025, Rep. Terri A. Sewell addressed a tragic aviation accident near Reagan National Airport through social media posts expressing condolences and criticizing President Trump's remarks on the incident.

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Hoover brothers sentenced for selling over $1 million in stolen goods online

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 30, 2025

Two brothers from Hoover have been sentenced for their involvement in an online scheme selling stolen goods.

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Which former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, Feb. 2?

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 30, 2025

These former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, Feb. 2.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Jefferson County in week ending Jan. 25?

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 29, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Jefferson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 25, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Jefferson County in week ending Jan. 25

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 29, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Jefferson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 25, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Terri A. Sewell criticizes Trump's executive orders affecting infrastructure funding

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 29, 2025

In a series of tweets dated January 28-29, 2025, Rep. Terri A. Sewell criticized actions by the Trump Administration concerning federal infrastructure funding freezes impacting Alabama communities.

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Senator Katie Britt supports Trump’s attorney general nominee in judiciary committee

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt has expressed her support for President Donald Trump's nominee for Attorney General, Pam Bondi.

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President Trump signs bipartisan Laken Riley Act into law

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt's Laken Riley Act has been signed into law by President Donald J. Trump, marking the first bill he has enacted as the 47th President of the United States.

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Katie Britt endorses Kelly Loeffler as nominee for SBA Administrator

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt addressed the Senate Committee on Small Business, introducing President Donald Trump's nominee for the head of the Small Business Administration (SBA), former U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler.

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Senator Britt supports Lee Zeldin's confirmation as EPA administrator

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt expressed her support following the Senate's confirmation of Lee Zeldin as the new Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

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Katie Britt named chair of Senate Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt has been appointed as Chair of the Homeland Security Subcommittee on the Senate Committee on Appropriations for the 119th Congress.

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Which former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 1?

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 29, 2025

These former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 1.

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Rep Terri A Sewell criticizes Trump's freeze on federal grants affecting vital services

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 28, 2025

Representative Terri A. Sewell expressed significant concerns via social media about the impact of a federal grant freeze implemented by former President Donald Trump as of January 28, 2025.

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Bipartisan bill targets illegal fishing of red snapper

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 28, 2025

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Ted Cruz, Brian Schatz, and Tommy Tuberville have introduced the bipartisan Illegal Red Snapper and Tuna Enforcement Act in Washington, D.C. The legislation aims to combat illegal fishing by developing a standard...

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Bipartisan bill proposes age restrictions on children's social media use

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 28, 2025

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Brian Schatz, Ted Cruz, and Chris Murphy have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at safeguarding children from the potential dangers of social media.

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Sean Duffy confirmed as Secretary of Transportation with broad Senate approval

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 28, 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt has expressed her support for Sean Duffy, who was confirmed as Secretary of Transportation following a Senate vote of 77-22.

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Senator Katie Britt urges passage of WALL Act after Laken Riley Act success

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 28, 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt recently addressed the Senate, expressing her support for President Trump's immigration policies and urging further legislative action.

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Which former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Jan. 31?

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 28, 2025

These former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Jan. 31.

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Britt and Budd introduce new bill targeting crimes against first responders

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 27, 2025

U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Ted Budd have introduced the Protect Our Law Enforcement with Immigration Control and Enforcement (POLICE) Act of 2025.

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Senate confirms Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary under Trump's administration

By Jefferson Reporter | Jan 27, 2025

U.S. Senator Katie Britt of Alabama has expressed her support for Scott Bessent as the new Secretary of the Treasury under President Trump.