Ed Oliver

State Rep. Ed Oliver represents House District 81, which includes portions of Lee and Tallapoosa counties, in the Alabama House Of Representatives. He serves as Chairman of the House Military and Veterans Affairs Committee.

Sustain the defense industry in Alabama

Alabama has built a reputation for excellence in defense manufacturing and innovation over decades. And we are not slowing down anytime soon.

April 20, 2026

Why the Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger threatens Alabama

The system works because it is competitive. And that’s exactly what’s at risk.

April 9, 2026

Proposed FDIC deposit insurance increase a slippery slope

I hope that Alabama’s senators recognize the threat that comes from this proposed legislation.

November 12, 2025

Close the crypto loophole before it hurts rural Alabama

We’re not asking for new regulations. We’re asking for fairness and a level playing field.

September 23, 2025

Pass SB161 to create a healthier, stronger Alabama

We cannot afford to ignore this crisis. Every life lost to overdose is a tragedy we cannot accept.

April 8, 2025

Our veterans deserve the very best that Alabama has to offer

Our veterans deserve the very best that Alabama has to offer.

February 18, 2025

Permitting reform needed to unlock energy investments

In order to maximize investments in our energy future, our legislators in Congress must also work to pass bipartisan permitting reform.

December 6, 2023