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Chilton County: Income Maintenance made up 3.7% of total income in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3.7% of income in Chilton County, providing an average of $1,552 per capita to residents.

By South Birmingham Times | Mar 22, 2025

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Shelby County ranks 66th highest in Alabama for per capita government transfer income at $8,891 in 2022

In 2022, Shelby County ranked second lowest per capita recipient of government transfers in Alabama, with transfers making up 13.2% of total income.

By South Birmingham Times | Mar 17, 2025

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Chilton County ranks 49th highest in Alabama for per capita government transfer income at $11,939 in 2022

By South Birmingham Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Chilton County received an average of $11,939 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 19th lowest in Alabama.

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Shelby County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1% of income in 2022

By South Birmingham Times | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1% of income in Shelby County, providing an average of $664 per capita to residents.

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Podcast discusses Alabama policy with Stephanie Smith

By South Birmingham Times | Feb 27, 2025

The latest episode of the "Free the Economy" podcast features a discussion on various topics including poverty in Illinois, J.D. Vance's views on AI in Paris, the future of the Jones Act, and the limitations of presidential impoundment powers.

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Alabama Policy Institute addresses government efficiency with ALDOGE initiative

By South Birmingham Times | Feb 20, 2025

The Department of Government Efficiency has been a significant topic in the national news cycle since January 20.

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Alabama Policy Institute discusses NIL payment tax exemptions

By South Birmingham Times | Feb 20, 2025

Stephanie Smith, President and CEO of the Alabama Policy Institute, discussed fiscal and tax policy in Alabama.

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Alabama considers gambling expansion amid conservative opposition

By South Birmingham Times | Feb 11, 2025

Members of the Alabama legislature are entering their second week of the 2025 session, with gambling expansion as a potential topic for discussion.

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EDA awards $958,469 in grants for economic development projects in Shelby County in 2023

By South Birmingham Times | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $958,469 in grants for economic development projects in Shelby County, Alabama.

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API urges lawmakers to maintain overtime tax cuts in Alabama

By South Birmingham Times | Jan 10, 2025

The Alabama Policy Institute (API) is calling on state legislators to preserve a tax cut for employees working overtime.

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Alabama Policy Institute unveils comprehensive agenda for 2025 legislative session

By South Birmingham Times | Jan 6, 2025

The Alabama Policy Institute (API) has announced its 2025 BluePrint for Alabama, a detailed 30-point agenda aimed at fostering free markets, limited government, and strong families in the state during the upcoming legislative session.

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Alabama Policy Institute launches new department for government efficiency

By South Birmingham Times | Dec 18, 2024

The Alabama Policy Institute (API) has announced the creation of a new entity called the Alabama Department of Government Efficiency, or ALDOGE.

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Alabama Policy Institute launches initiative to enhance state government efficiency

By South Birmingham Times | Dec 17, 2024

The Alabama Policy Institute (API) has announced the launch of a new initiative called the Alabama Department of Government Efficiency, or ALDOGE.

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Alabama Policy Institute to unveil BluePrint for conservative priorities in 2025

By South Birmingham Times | Dec 11, 2024

The Alabama Policy Institute (API) is set to unveil its 2025 BluePrint for Alabama, a comprehensive 30-point conservative policy plan.

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Alabama Policy Institute prepares release of new conservative policy blueprint for 2025

By South Birmingham Times | Dec 2, 2024

The Alabama Policy Institute (API) is preparing to release its 2025 Blueprint for Alabama this December.

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Smith and Williams discuss gambling expansion and Alabama Senate Pro Tem race

By South Birmingham Times | Nov 22, 2024

Stephanie Smith and Phil Williams have engaged in a discussion concerning the expansion of gambling and the Alabama Senate Pro Tem race.

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Smith and Poor discuss Alabama politics and policy

By South Birmingham Times | Nov 19, 2024

Stephanie Smith and Jeff Poor recently engaged in a discussion about policy and politics in Alabama.

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Reform of Certificate of Need laws seen as key for Alabama's rural healthcare

By South Birmingham Times | Nov 13, 2024

Access to quality healthcare in Alabama remains a pressing issue, particularly for rural areas where hospital closures have reduced local options.

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Debate continues over gambling expansion and education lottery in Alabama

By South Birmingham Times | Apr 10, 2024

Last week, the Alabama House of Representatives voted to reject the Senate's amendments to HB 151 and HB 152, leading to the creation of a conference committee composed of Representatives Whitt, Jones, and Blackshear.

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Bill aims to alter Alabama's union recognition process

By South Birmingham Times | Apr 4, 2024

A public hearing took place recently to discuss a bill that could impact the process of voluntary recognition for unions.