Author

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.

Time to Reform Our Nation’s Education System

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Back in December, President Obama gave a major speech regarding the United States policy toward Cuba. The President said, “I do not believe we can continue doing the same thing for five decades and expect a different result.” In other words, the President is saying that when something isn’t … Continued

Bradley Byrne

February 16, 2015

Opinion

Leading the Charge to Repeal Obamacare

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1) By now, you may have heard the good news. Last week, the House passed H.R. 596, my bill to repeal Obamacare in its entirety. I was proud to champion this legislation on behalf of the families, small businesses and doctors in Southwest Alabama who have been hurt by this … Continued

Bradley Byrne

February 9, 2015

Opinion

114th Congress Off to Productive Start

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1) As soon as I took the oath of office on January 6, I was ready to hit the ground running making a positive impact on behalf of the hardworking taxpayers in Southwest Alabama. In last November’s midterm elections, the American people put forward a mandate for governing; they want … Continued

Bradley Byrne

February 2, 2015

Opinion

State of the Union Just A Liberal Wish List

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Article II, Section 3 of the United States Constitution reads: “He shall from time to time give to Congress information of the State of the Union.” In that spirit, last week President Obama traveled to the Capitol to deliver his State of the Union Address, the sixth such speech … Continued

Bradley Byrne

January 26, 2015

Opinion

Byrne, House Act To Halt Executive Amnesty

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Just last month, the Republican Congress made a promise to the American people. We promised to fight the Obama administration’s decision to give executive amnesty to many of those in this country illegally. Last week, the House acted on that promise. Let’s remember how we got to this point. … Continued

Bradley Byrne

January 16, 2015

Opinion

ObamaCare is Beyond Repair

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (A-1) Since being elected the Congressman for Alabama’s First Congressional District, I have heard from more constituents upset about ObamaCare than any other issue. As we kicked off the 114th Congress last week, the attention was once again back on ObamaCare. The House voted on two separate bills that would … Continued

Bradley Byrne

January 12, 2015

Opinion

What To Expect in 2015

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (A-1) 2014 was a year of progress for Southwest Alabama, but it certainly didn’t come without its challenges. With that chapter in our history books officially closed, all eyes now turn to see just what 2015 has in store for us. When the 114th Congress convenes this week in Washington, … Continued

Bradley Byrne

January 8, 2015

Opinion

Byrne: Year in Review

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1) When I was elected to Congress last December, I vowed to hit the ground running from day one to make Southwest Alabama a better place to live, work and raise a family. In honor of the New Year, I wanted to take this opportunity to look back at some … Continued

Bradley Byrne

December 29, 2014

Opinion

Be Sure to Give Back This Christmas

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (A-1) If you are like me, you likely spend precious time around Christmas trying to decide on the perfect gift for your loved one. For those of us with children and grandchildren, we often search high and low to find the latest trendy toy or item. Through all the time … Continued

Bradley Byrne

December 22, 2014

Opinion

Red Snapper Debate a Microcosm of Government Incompetence

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (A-1) If you are like me, you probably enjoy spending some of your free time fishing. We are blessed to live in a place so close to one of our world’s great natural treasures: the Gulf. While some of us enjoy fishing as a hobby or for sport, others depend … Continued

Bradley Byrne

December 15, 2014