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Alabama Legislature Passes Historic Criminal Justice Reform

By Sen. Cam Ward This week the Alabama Legislature passed a historic overhaul of our state corrections system. As former U.S. Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich said regarding this bill, “This is the type of criminal justice reform that has been proven to lower recidivism rates, keep our citizens safer, allow low-level offenders to … Continued

Cam Ward

May 12, 2015

Opinion

End of the 2014 Session- The Good & Not So Good

By Sen. Cam Ward The 2014 Session of the Alabama Legislature is now over and what started off as an uneventful session ended as anything but. Every year, not just election years, it is the expressed intent of the leadership in both houses of the Alabama Legislature to “do the people’s work and go home.” … Continued

Cam Ward

April 21, 2014

Opinion

Judicial Recusal Bill Good for Courts

By Sen. Cam Ward Judges should be held to a standard that does not allow for undue influence on their decisions. Alabama passed a law in the mid-1990s that created a standard for judges to recuse themselves from cases where there was undue financial influence. This recusal statute, though enacted in 1995, was never pre-cleared … Continued

Cam Ward

April 8, 2014

Opinion

What Does Less Government and Getting Government Out of The Way of Business Mean to You?

By Sen. Cam Ward We hear catchphrases and feel good maxims like “We need less government,” and “Government needs to get out of the way of business,” and “let the private sector create jobs” all the time. But as small government conservatives and Republicans, what does that really mean? Obviously we agree that government has … Continued

Cam Ward

March 11, 2014

Opinion

Ward a Regional Leader on Energy Issues

By Senator Cam Ward MONTGOMERY— State Senator Cam Ward (R-Alabaster) was among the attendees at a meeting to discuss the formation of a State Energy Chairs Leadership Council, the priorities of such an organization, and the growing number of energy issues contended with by State Legislators. “This was a great opportunity for me to be … Continued

Cam Ward

January 8, 2014

Opinion

Christmas and New Year’s Are A Time For Reflection and Priorities

By Sen. Cam Ward During the Holiday Season we are usually inundated by the wants of our consumer culture, and have to fight to keep the focus on the real reason for the season. In my house, we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ above all else. And while we probably … Continued

Cam Ward

December 24, 2013

Opinion

Energy Supply Next Big Issue for State Officials

By State Senator Cam Ward I have the pleasure of serving as Vice Chairman of the National Conference of State Legislatures’ Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis once said that states are The Laboratories of Democracy – the good ideas of governance come from the state level, and then are often … Continued

Cam Ward

December 3, 2013

Opinion

KidCheck Plus Provides Vital Services to Children in Our Area

By Sen. Cam Ward Last week I had the privilege of visiting three schools in Bibb County for free health screenings that were staffed by KidCheckPlus, affiliated of Sight Savers America. Headquartered in Pelham, this vital program is provided to schools free of charge, via donations and volunteer hours by nursing students from around the … Continued

Cam Ward

November 8, 2013

Opinion

Happy Independence Day

By Sen. Cam Ward The 4th of July is always a time to celebrate our great country. We are truly the land of opportunity, and home to the best people in the world. This year’s 4th of July has particular resonance, as it’s the sesquicentennial of the Battle of Gettysburg, which was fought July 1-3, … Continued

Cam Ward

July 4, 2013

Opinion

Successful Session Comes to an End

By Sen. Cam Ward I will be the first to admit that this has been one of the hardest legislative sessions I have had. But meaningful reform can only be achieved with hard work. In the end, I am proud of my accomplishments for the people in my district during this session. My agenda for … Continued

Cam Ward

May 30, 2013