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Tuberville introduces CRA resolution against Biden's new overtime rule

By Mobile Courant | Jun 17, 2024

On June 17, 2024, U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and Mike Braun (R-IN), along with their Republican colleagues, introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval aimed at repealing the Department of Labor’s (DOL) final rule that increases the overtime pay threshold by 65 percent. The senators argue that this rule will eliminate jobs and raise prices for American families.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Mobile County in week ending June 15?

By Mobile Courant | Jun 16, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Mobile County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 15, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Mobile Courant area weekly mass times

By Mobile Courant | Jun 15, 2024

The following parishes in the Mobile Courant coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Mobile County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending June 8

By Mobile Courant | Jun 14, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Mobile County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Tuberville vows to block fast-tracking of Biden judicial nominees

By Mobile Courant | Jun 13, 2024

On June 13, 2024, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined Senator J.D. Vance (R-OH) and other conservative colleagues in pledging to block the fast-tracking of President Biden’s judicial and U.S. Attorney nominees until after Election Day. This decision follows accusations from the Senators that the Biden administration has weaponized the justice system against former President Donald Trump.

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Tuberville joins bipartisan bill supporting savings for Americans with disabilities

By Mobile Courant | Jun 13, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has joined Senators Eric Schmitt (R-MO), Bob Casey (D-PA), and other colleagues in introducing the bipartisan Ensuring Nationwide Access to a Better Life Experience (ENABLE) Act. The ENABLE Act aims to preserve the ability of people with disabilities and their families to save and invest through tax-free savings accounts while maintaining eligibility for federal programs like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). This will be achieved by making permanent key provisions of the Trump tax cuts, which are set to expire at the end of...

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Tuberville leads Senate effort against Biden administration's Title IX rule

By Mobile Courant | Jun 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval aimed at protecting Title IX and preserving women’s sports. The resolution, if passed, would overturn the Biden Department of Education's final rule that mandates schools to allow biological men who identify as female to use spaces designated for biological women and girls.

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Tuberville advocates increased USDA assistance for pecan farmers

By Mobile Courant | Jun 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has called for increased funding for pecan farmers through the USDA’s Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP). In a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, Tuberville highlighted the disparity in recent RAPP funding allocations, which have significantly favored other tree nut industries over pecans. The first RAPP funding allocation of $300 million awarded only $1 million to the American Pecan Council, while almonds, walnuts, and pistachios received $10 million, $7 million, and $5 million respectively.

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Tuberville calls for improvements to workforce training programs at Senate HELP hearing

By Mobile Courant | Jun 12, 2024

Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) emphasized the need for improved data sharing within the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) system, following the introduction of his Workforce DATA Act. The WIOA provides job training for unemployed Americans and aids economic mobility. Since its reauthorization in 2014, significant changes have occurred in the American workforce.

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Tuberville supports key provisions in new GOP-led farm bill

By Mobile Courant | Jun 12, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Alabama’s representative on the U.S. Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (AG) Committee, praised the Senate Republican-drafted Farm Bill framework released by Ranking Member Boozman (R-AR). The framework aims to support farmers and producers in Alabama and nationwide by emphasizing agricultural priorities.

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Tuberville criticizes Biden administration over alleged misinformation on IVF protections

By Mobile Courant | Jun 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) issued a statement today criticizing the Biden Administration for allegedly misrepresenting IVF protections in Alabama.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mobile County in week ending June 8?

By Mobile Courant | Jun 12, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Mobile County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Tuberville introduces bill to improve WIOA data sharing

By Mobile Courant | Jun 11, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) introduced legislation aimed at improving data sharing within the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The WIOA, which provides job training for unemployed Americans, has seen significant changes in the workforce since its reauthorization in 2014. Under the current system, states are required to report metrics about the program's success to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). However, there is ambiguity regarding which entities—state, local, or providers—are responsible for data collection. This has led to an unclear assessment...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Mobile County in week ending June 8

By Mobile Courant | Jun 10, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Mobile County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Mobile County in week ending June 8?

By Mobile Courant | Jun 9, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Mobile County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Mobile Courant area weekly mass times

By Mobile Courant | Jun 8, 2024

The following parishes in the Mobile Courant coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mobile County in week ending June 1?

By Mobile Courant | Jun 7, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Mobile County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Republican senators criticize Right to Contraception Act

By Mobile Courant | Jun 6, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) in a statement criticizing Senate Democrats for advocating the Right to Contraception Act, which they argue misleads the public on contraception accessibility and threatens religious freedoms and parental rights. The bill was initially passed by Rep. Nancy Pelosi’s (D-CA) Democrat-controlled House in 2022.

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Tuberville hosts second annual Alabama prayer breakfast in Washington

By Mobile Courant | Jun 6, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) hosted the Second Annual Alabama Prayer Breakfast this week in Washington, D.C. The event saw participation from over 100 Alabamians alongside congressional leaders, including U.S. Representatives Barry Moore (R-AL-02) and Dale Strong (R-AL-05).

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Senators introduce resolution against Biden administration's unaccompanied migrant children policy

By Mobile Courant | Jun 6, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has joined forces with U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and 43 Senate colleagues to introduce a bipartisan Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution aimed at overturning a Biden administration rule concerning unaccompanied migrant children. The senators argue that the current policy endangers the safety and wellbeing of these minors.