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Bradley Byrne

Bradley Byrne is the president and CEO of the Mobile Chamber of Commerce and a former Republican congressman who represented Alabama's 1st Congressional District.

Early picks show priorities of Trump administration

By Congressman Bradley Byrne Over the last few weeks, reporters with television cameras have stood watch in the lobby of Trump Tower in New York City to see who is coming and going from meetings with President-elect Donald Trump. Most of the visitors are there to talk to the President-elect about opportunities to serve in … Continued

Bradley Byrne

December 12, 2016

Opinion

A bill that can save lives

Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) I met a young boy named Gabe Griffin a few years back at Battleship Park in Mobile. His family and friends had organized a cross country bike ride that started in Oregon and ended on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. The goal of the ride was to raise awareness about Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, … Continued

Bradley Byrne

December 5, 2016

Sessions perfect pick for attorney general

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) I have known Jeff Sessions for almost 40 years, and I have always considered him to be a person of the highest level of integrity, so I could not have been happier with the recent announcement that he has been selected to serve as the next U.S. Attorney General under … Continued

Bradley Byrne

November 28, 2016

Opinion

Much to be thankful for

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Many of us went to the polls a few weeks ago to elect the leaders of our country, state, and counties. This ability to select the members of our government is a unique tradition that we often take for granted. It is easy to lose sight of the fact that … Continued

Bradley Byrne

November 21, 2016

Opinion

Local Schools are Making a Difference

Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) There is something really fun and exciting about visiting with students in our local schools. From the elementary student who just wants you to read a book with them to the high school student looking for college advice, the visits are always special. With the House out of session for the … Continued

Bradley Byrne

November 7, 2016

Opinion

Nothing Affordable About the “Affordable Care Act”

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) In 2008, then Senator Barack Obama famously said, “In an Obama administration, we will lower premiums by up to $2,500 for a typical family per year.” You don’t have to be a health insurance expert to know that was a lie. All around the First District of Alabama, I talk … Continued

Bradley Byrne

November 2, 2016

Opinion

A Recap From The Road

By Congressman Bradley Byrne What do dehydrated fruits and vegetables, a new workforce training center, six town hall meetings, and the University of Alabama have in common? They were all a part of my busy week on the road in Southwest Alabama. Some of my most valuable time is spent traveling across the First Congressional … Continued

Bradley Byrne

October 25, 2016

Opinion

Agriculture Matters

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Despite Alabama’s growth in manufacturing, agriculture remains the top industry in the state, as well as the top industry right here in Alabama’s First Congressional District. The economic impact of agriculture in our state is over $70 billion. Here in Southwest Alabama, over 102,000 jobs are connected to agriculture and … Continued

Bradley Byrne

October 18, 2016

Opinion

Some Good News for Southwest Alabama

By US Representative Bradley Byrne If you turn on the national news, it is easy to grow discouraged. From ongoing terrorism issues to the sluggish economy, our nation continues to face a wide range of serious challenges. That said, here in Southwest Alabama, we have had a decent run of positive news lately. I want … Continued

Bradley Byrne

October 10, 2016

Opinion

A Better Way for Affordable Health Care

By US Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Last week was the third anniversary of the disastrous Obamacare rollout. What followed was a broken website, cancelled health care plans, higher deductibles, and fewer doctors. Three years later, the same problems remain. American families are faced with fewer and fewer health care options, and premiums continue to increase … Continued

Bradley Byrne

October 3, 2016