Broadband package passes in Alabama Senate
Between 2015 and 2019, nearly a quarter of households in Alabama did not have a broadband internet connection.
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Senate committee approves two monument bills
One bill would make it a Class B felony to damage a monument during a riot, with a prison sentence up to 20 years.
State Sen. Smitherman promises lesson on national anthem next week
Smitherman expressed concern over the National Anthem's third stanza, which references slaves. A bill would require the anthem played at public schools.
Alabama Legislature set to vote on federal COVID aid spending package
The bills detail plans to spend $772 million in federal COVID aid on infrastructure, health care, broadband and more.
Senate committee moves along tax cut bills
The two bills would reduce state taxes for retirees 65 and older and some working families.
Auto dealers endorse Katie Britt for U.S. Senate
Conservative Republican Katie Britt has announced that she has gained the support of the Automobile Dealers Association of Alabama.
January 11, 2022
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See recent postsState Senate will have little turnover in 2022
You have not seen anything like the lack of turnover in the Alabama Senate. Incumbency will prevail.
Forestry Association endorses Greg Reed for Senate District 5
Reed will seek the Republican nomination for Senate District 5 in the primary election on May 24, 2022.
November 24, 2021
Alabama Forestry Association endorses Jabo Waggoner for state Senate
"Forestry and forest products are an integral part of Alabama's thriving economy,” Waggoner said.
November 15, 2021
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See recent postsJim Preuitt: A force in the Alabama Senate
As I am writing this in my office, I am looking at a picture of Jim and me standing together, arms embraced in the halls of the Legislature.