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Cullman, AL —Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) released the following statement on the passing of Roy Drinkard of Cullman, a World War II veteran, businessman and longtime community leader. Drinkard was 106 years old.

“Caroline and I were so sad to learn of the passing of our friend, Mr. Roy Drinkard. Roy lived 106 remarkable years, and it would be difficult to measure the impact he had on Cullman, our state and the countless people who had the privilege of knowing him.

HUNTSVILLE, AL — Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) joined fellow members of Alabama’s congressional delegation and Auburn University leaders Tuesday to celebrate the grand opening of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute Lab in Huntsville, highlighting the university’s growing role in strengthening America’s national defense and advancing cutting-edge technology.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) released the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 8800 - the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027.  

“I am proud to have voted ‘Yes’ for the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to revitalize the defense industrial base, secure our supply chains, and improve quality of life for our service members and their families. 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Aderholt released the following statement after voting in support of H.R. 9770, the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2027. The Continuing Appropriations Act is a clean extension that protects against a partisan shutdown and extends government funding through December 4, 2026.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today voted in favor of H.R. 139, the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025, legislation that would end the twice-yearly clock changes by making Daylight Saving Time permanent. The proposal has enjoyed broad bipartisan support among the American public for years, as many Americans have grown tired of changing their clocks every spring and fall. 

Red Bay, AL — Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) highlighted approval of an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) grant to Red Bay Water & Gas for the Cooper Springs Well and Pump House Upgrade Project.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today announced that Marshall County has been awarded a $16.17 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to replace the Swayback Bridge on Hustleville Road. The award is the only BUILD Grant awarded in Alabama this year, making it a significant investment not only for Marshall County but for the entire state. 

JASPER, AL – Congressman Aderholt announced that his office will be hosting a grant workshop on July 8^th, 2026, for non-profits in Alabama’s Fourth Congressional District. 

This workshop will provide information on where to find federal grants, how to apply for grants, tips for writing and administering grants, and what resources are available to nonprofits.