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Education Incentives and Economic Development Incentives Go Hand In Hand

By Sen. Cam Ward Lost amid the tumult and subsequent hullaballoo after we passed the historic Alabama Accountability Act last Thursday was the preceding bill on the calendar: The Alabama Commercial Aviation Business Improvement Act which passed out of the Senate on a 32-0 vote. This Act will close certain legal loopholes, putting Alabama on … Continued

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March 7, 2013

Opinion

Senator Ward Chosen to Carry Important Economic Development and Jobs Bill

By Sen. Cam Ward February 21, 2013 – Montgomery, Ala. – The Airbus Project in Mobile is the biggest economic development opportunity in Alabama in years, slated to bring over 1,100 direct jobs to Mobile, and countless others in Tier 1 and Tier 2 Suppliers. The locating of those suppliers in Alabama is contingent upon … Continued

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February 25, 2013

Opinion

Time to Get Handle on State Auto Fleet

By Sen. Cam Ward Since taking over control of the state senate in 2010, the Republican Majority has set their sights on reducing waste and redundancy in government. While a government of laws will always play a vital role in the lives of citizens, too much government leads to complacency, lack of innovation and shoddy … Continued

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February 18, 2013

Opinion

Senate Judiciary Starts 2013 Session with Fast Paced, Problem Solving Legislation

By Sen. Cam Ward As the Chairman of The Senate Judiciary Committee, one of my jobs is to evaluate legislation that helps strengthen our laws, balancing the equation with an eye toward our civil liberties and the size and scope of our government. Coming into the 2013 session, my colleagues and I identified several areas … Continued

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February 11, 2013

Opinion

New Year Presents New Opportunities

By Sen. Cam Ward Every New Year presents challenges and opportunities. As a people we invariably take stock of the accomplishments and setbacks of the previous year, and take the time to count the many blessings we have, including living in the greatest state in the greatest nation on God’s green earth. As legislators, our … Continued

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January 16, 2013

Opinion

An Essential Government Function: Protecting The Least of These

By State Senator Cam Ward My goal as a State Senator is to be a force for good, to recognize laws that need updating, changing or abolishment, and using my position to advocate for what is needed to make Alabama the best we can be. Sometimes that entails updating our cyber crime laws, and sometimes … Continued

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December 19, 2012

Opinion

Economy and Freedom Go Hand in Hand

By Senator Cam Ward The country just went through one of the most divisive Presidential Election campaigns in history. The barrage of negative ads from both sides left many voters feeling that they did not agree with either side and did not believe either man presented a coherent vision for leading America. I still firmly … Continued

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November 27, 2012

Opinion

Why I Support Amendment 4

By Sen. Cam Ward Election Day is almost upon us and there are many important races to be decided, both nationally and locally. As a delegate to the Republican National Convention, and an Alabama elector for Gov. Romney and Congressman Ryan, I am concentrating on the outcome of the presidential race – and polling shows … Continued

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October 31, 2012

Opinion

Constitution Reform Under Way

By Sen. Cam Ward Over the last several years I have heard many people discuss the need for Constitution Reform in Alabama. It is one of those issues that is like a desire for good government reform—it sounds good until you define what the term means then there is a great deal of disagreement. When … Continued

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October 2, 2012

Ward only State Legislator in the Country to serve on Subcommittee for Foreign Policy and Security

From the Office of Senator Cam Ward August 20, 2012 – Alabaster, AL –Republican National Convention Chairman, Governor Bob McDonnell of Virginia, has named Senator Cam Ward as the Vice-Chairman for the Subcommittee on Foreign Policy and National Security. “I am honored to serve our country and our party on the platform committee,” Ward said. “The … Continued

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August 20, 2012