Press Releases
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) delivered a passionate testimony during the House Committee on Agriculture Member Day Hearing about his priorities and the real-world implications of how agricultural issues affect his constituents in Alabama and communities across the nation.
WASHINGTON –Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02), a member of the House Committee on Agriculture, announced that he secured $2.39 million in funding for projects across Alabama’s 2nd District as a part of his continued effort to protect and strengthen rural communities. The funding, which will be awarded to the City of Tuskegee, Crenshaw County, and the Health Care Authority of the City of Eufaula was requested and secured by Congressman Figures during the annual appropriations process.
WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Shomari C. Figures (D-AL-02) joined Congressman Addison McDowell (R-NC-06) in a bipartisan effort to help young children who stutter receive early intervention. The Kidd’s Stuttering Act will add mandatory stuttering screenings for children ages two to six and guarantee Medicaid and CHIP coverage for speech-therapy services.
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) announced a $1 million for the Jackson Health Care Authority to support infrastructure improvements and equipment upgrades at Jackson Medical Center. The funding was a direct result of Congressman Figures’ FY’2026 appropriations request that will be used by the City of Jackson to address critical healthcare needs. The Congressman celebrated the award with Jackson Mayor Audra Raybon this week during a meeting they held to discuss the health and economic priorities of his constituents.
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) led a moment of silence honoring Lt. Col. George E. Hardy – the last surviving combat pilot of the Tuskegee Airmen who passed away on September 25, 2025 at 100 years old.
He was joined by Alabama Senator Katie Britt, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, members of the Alabama House Delegation, and bipartisan Members of Congress. House Speaker Mike Johnson presided over the proceedings.
Below are Rep. Figures’ remarks, as delivered on the House floor today:
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) and his wife, Kalisha, announced the birth of their fourth child earlier this month.
"We are grateful for a safe and healthy arrival our son, and want to thank everyone for their well wishes. Mom, baby boy, and the big siblings are all doing well!"
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02), joined the House Democratic Caucus to deliver remarks on their efforts to protect Americans’ healthcare ahead of the House vote to re-open the government. A transcript of his remarks is below.
Watch remarks here!
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WASHINGTON – Today, in recognition of Veterans Day, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) introduced bipartisan legislation to designate the U.S. Postal Service facility at 401 North Elm Street in Tuskegee, Alabama, as the “Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office”. The legislation follows a series of actions Congressman Figures has taken to support veterans and military families during his first year in Congress.
WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) made the following statement condemning the government shutdown:
WASHINGTON – Today, the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure passed Rep. Shomari C. Figures’ bipartisan bill, the Enhancing Science, Treatment, and Upkeep of America’s Resilient and Important Estuarine Systems (ESTUARIES Act) to reauthorize the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) National Estuary Program (NEP) through 2031.