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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.

Bradley Byrne

Defense Bill Includes Critical Reforms

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1)  There is no function of Congress more important than “providing for the common defense” of our nation. When our Founding Fathers wrote the Constitution, they made sure to give the Congress substantial influence over the military. Each year, Congress exerts some of that authority in a bill known as … Continued
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May 4, 2015
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It’s Time For A Smaller, More Accountable Government

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1)  When I took over as chancellor of Alabama’s two year college system in 2007, I set out to fundamentally change the way our community college system operated. It didn’t take long before I started running into resistance. Time and time again, I heard the phrase “well that’s just the … Continued
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April 27, 2015
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Recapping My Trip To Central America

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1)  Once every three years, virtually all nations in the Western Hemisphere gather for a “summit” to discuss common issues. Known as the Summit of the Americas, the summit first started in 1994 as many nations became more democratic, open, and committed to market economies. I recently had the opportunity … Continued
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April 20, 2015
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Fight For Longer Red Snapper Season Underway

By US Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Last week, many schools in Alabama were on Spring Break and people flocked to the Gulf Coast. Spring Break always serves as a preview of the crowds we will see once we get into the summer months. Whether it is a local restaurant in Atmore, a gas station in … Continued
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April 13, 2015
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The Path to a Balanced Budget

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1)  Every month American families and small business owners  sit down and balance their budgets. They make sure they aren’t spending more than they bring in. The same is true for state and local governments. When I was in the Alabama State Senate, each year we were required by law … Continued
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April 6, 2015
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Defense Cuts Are Hurting Our National Security

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1)  Across the world today, the United States faces a wide range of serious threats, ranging from Russia to Iran to China to the Islamic State. Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger has called this the most “diverse and complex array of crises since the end of the Second World … Continued
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March 23, 2015
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A Busy Week in Southwest Alabama

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1)  At least once a month, the House of Representatives goes out of session and Members of Congress are able to spend time visiting with constituents in their districts. Last week was one of these District Work Weeks. I wanted to briefly update you on some of the highlights from … Continued
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March 16, 2015
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United States Must Stand with Israel

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne “Iran’s regime poses a grave threat, not only to Israel, but also to the peace of the entire world.” Those were the words of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he addressed a joint session of Congress last week. I was proud to attend the Prime Minister’s address as he … Continued
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March 9, 2015
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Veterans Deserve More Choice in the VA System

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1)  We all have special veterans in our life. These are the countless men and women across the country who sacrifice so much in defense of our nation. They serve valiantly in conflicts across the globe as part of the United States military.  When they finish their service to our … Continued
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March 2, 2015
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Long-Term Solution to Transportation Funding Needed

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Our nation’s roads, bridges, interstates and waterways are the lifeblood of our economy. From the founding of our nation, our leaders have realized the importance of having a safe, efficient system of roads. In fact, in the early 1800s President Thomas Jefferson put forward a national plan for the … Continued
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February 23, 2015