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Tuberville Votes to Block Paraguayan Beef Imports

By Mobile Courant | Mar 21, 2024

Washington, Mar 21 2024 - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has voted in favor of overturning the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s rule to resume Paraguayan beef imports, as the U.S. Senate passed a Congressional Review Act resolution by a bipartisan vote of 70-25.Concerns over food processing and sanitary standards in Paraguay, particularly regarding Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), have been raised. Senator Tuberville emphasized the impact on Alabama's cattle industry, stating, "Today is a huge win for Alabama’s cattlemen. Not only did the USDA’s rule jeopardize our domestic...

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Tuberville Honors More Victims of Illegal Alien Crime

By Mobile Courant | Mar 20, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) once again addressed the Senate floor, highlighting the tragic deaths of Americans at the hands of illegal aliens. Tuberville emphasized the need for the Biden Administration to secure the border and prevent criminals from entering the country unlawfully.Tuberville recounted heartbreaking stories of individuals who lost their lives due to illegal alien-related incidents, including Laken Riley, Washington State Trooper Chris Gadd, Travis Wolfe, and 11-year-old Aiden Clark. He underscored the devastating impact of these losses on...

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Tuberville Honors National Agriculture Week, Continues to Stand Up for Farmers

By Mobile Courant | Mar 19, 2024

Washington – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) continues to champion American farmers and agriculture workers, standing up against overregulation and advocating for their interests. In honor of National Agriculture Week, Senator Tuberville has taken significant actions to support American farmers.Senator Tuberville successfully pressured the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) into extending the poultry line speed waiver deadline, a move that will benefit Alabama poultry farmers. This extension to November 2024 allows poultry plants in Alabama to operate at higher...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mobile County in week ending Mar. 16?

By Mobile Courant | Mar 19, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Mobile County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Tuberville Denounces Biden Regulation Threatening AL Paper Industry

By Mobile Courant | Mar 18, 2024

Washington, Mar 18 2024 - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama, along with several colleagues, has raised concerns about a regulation that could adversely affect the U.S. paper and pulp industry. The European Union's Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR) has sparked worries among lawmakers, with Senator Tuberville emphasizing the potential negative impacts on American companies exporting forest products to the EU.In a letter addressed to U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai, the senators expressed their apprehensions about the EUDR, which is set to be enforced in...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Mobile County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Mar. 16

By Mobile Courant | Mar 18, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Mobile County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Mobile County in week ending Mar. 16

By Mobile Courant | Mar 17, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Mobile County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Mobile Courant area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18?

By Mobile Courant | Mar 17, 2024

This former Mobile Courant area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18.

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Mobile Courant area weekly mass times

By Mobile Courant | Mar 16, 2024

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

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Mobile County in week ending Mar. 9

By Mobile Courant | Mar 15, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Mobile County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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ICYMI: Tuberville Hosts Roundtable about Saving Women’s Sports

By Mobile Courant | Mar 15, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville recently hosted a roundtable discussion focused on the importance of protecting women's sports. The event brought together former NCAA athletes, parents, and coaches to address the challenges facing women's sports. Coach Tuberville emphasized the bipartisan nature of the issue, stating, "This isn’t a Democrat or Republican problem – it’s an American problem." He urged his colleagues to prioritize the preservation of women's sports, warning, "If this doesn’t happen, if it continues to go the way it’s going, we will not have women’s sports."In...

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Following Tuberville Efforts, Biden Administration Reverses Course on Disastrous Catfish Rule

By Mobile Courant | Mar 15, 2024

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Commerce announced that it is reversing course on a preliminary decision that would have severe economic impact on U.S. catfish farmers, including those in Alabama. A Federal Register notice indicated that the Administration is abandoning the preliminary decision which would have reduced the non-market economy (NME) anti-dumping duty from $2.39/kg to $0.14/kg for all producers controlled by the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.Senator Tuberville expressed his satisfaction with the decision, stating, “This announcement is great news for...

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Tuberville Joins Call for Biden to Implement Targeted Sanctions on Nicaragua Following Regime’s Religious Persecution

By Mobile Courant | Mar 14, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has joined fellow senators in a call for President Joe Biden's administration to impose targeted sanctions on Nicaragua in response to escalating violations of religious freedom in the country. Along with Senators Rick Scott, Ted Cruz, and Katie Britt, Senator Tuberville expressed deep concern over the oppressive actions targeting religious groups in Nicaragua, particularly the founders of Mountain Gateway Ministries, Jon Britton “Britt” and Audrey Hancock."We write to you today with deep concern regarding repeated violations of religious...

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Tuberville Questions Generals About Terrorists Crossing Northern Border

By Mobile Courant | Mar 14, 2024

Washington – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) raised concerns about border security during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing. Tuberville specifically focused on the northern border, inquiring about potential terrorist threats crossing into the country.During the hearing, Senator Tuberville asked General Gregory M. Guillot, USAF, Commander of the United States Northern Command and North American Aerospace Defense Command, about the measures in place to secure the northern border. General Guillot responded by highlighting the importance of monitoring the...

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Tuberville Continues Push Against Job-Killing EPA Standards

By Mobile Courant | Mar 14, 2024

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) continues his push against job-killing EPA standards by cosponsoring a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution aimed at preventing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from enforcing new rules tightening National Ambient Air Quality Standards.Senator Tuberville, along with over thirty Senate colleagues, previously led a letter to the EPA demanding the rescission of the recently finalized NAAQS rule. The rule in question seeks to revise PM2.5 emissions standards, a move that Senator Tuberville argues will have...

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ICYMI: Tuberville Joins “The Faulkner Focus” to Discuss How Biden is Destroying Women’s Sports

By Mobile Courant | Mar 14, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville recently discussed the importance of protecting girls' and women's sports during an interview on Fox News with former ESPN Host Sage Steele. Senator Tuberville highlighted the significance of his proposed legislation, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act and the Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act, aimed at preventing biological males from competing in female sports.During the interview, Senator Tuberville emphasized the detrimental impact of allowing biological males to participate in women's sports, stating,...

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ICYMI: Tuberville Criticizes Biden's Budget Proposal on Fox Business Network

By Mobile Courant | Mar 13, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) recently appeared on Fox Business Network's "Kudlow" to discuss President Biden's budget proposal for FY25. During the interview, Tuberville expressed strong criticism towards Biden's budget priorities.When asked about Biden's budget, Tuberville stated, "I would argue that the whole budget is insane, but this is kind of more insane than the rest of the budget." He went on to highlight the increasing national debt and inflation, particularly emphasizing the $1.6 trillion allocated for Social Security and the substantial amount of money...

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Tuberville Sponsors Laken Riley Act

By Mobile Courant | Mar 13, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, along with Senators Katie Britt and Ted Budd, introduced the Senate companion to the Laken Riley Act, a legislative initiative aimed at addressing crimes committed by illegal aliens. The Act, as outlined in a press release, mandates the arrest and detention of illegal aliens who engage in theft, burglary, larceny, or shoplifting offenses to prevent further criminal activities.The bipartisan effort, spearheaded by Rep. Mike Collins in the U.S. House, garnered significant support and was passed with a vote of 251-170....

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Tuberville Calls for Increase in Agricultural Exports

By Mobile Courant | Mar 13, 2024

Washington D.C. - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, alongside a group of his fellow senators, has called for urgent action to increase U.S. agricultural exports and enhance the competitiveness of American products in foreign markets.In a letter addressed to U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, Senator Tuberville and his colleagues expressed deep concern over the decline in U.S. agricultural exports. The letter highlighted the significant decrease of over $17 billion in agricultural exports in the past fiscal year,...

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Tuberville Leads Roundtable on Protecting Title IX and Saving Women’s Sports

By Mobile Courant | Mar 13, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville recently hosted a roundtable discussion focusing on the importance of protecting Title IX and preserving women's sports. The event, which included former SportsCenter Host Sage Steele, athletes, parents, and coaches, emphasized the need to safeguard the rights of female athletes and maintain the integrity of Title IX.During the roundtable, Tuberville expressed his deep appreciation for Title IX, stating, "One of the best things that has ever come out of this building is Title IX." He highlighted the positive impact of the law over the past 50...