Gov. Kay Ivey signs law to limit Mobile Bay dredge dumping
The "Save Our Bay" law requires 70 percent of dredged sediment go towards "beneficial uses" in the Mobile Bay area.
Alabama State Rep. Rhett Marques
Legislature passes “Save Our Bay” bill banning mud dumping in Mobile Bay
The legislative measure protected oyster beds, seagrasses, and aquatic life, ensuring the vital commercial and sport fishing industries remained secure.
February 4, 2026
Alabama House committee OKs bill to limit Mobile Bay dredge dumping
The bill mandates that entities dredging millions of cubic yards must beneficially use 70 percent of the material, promoting marsh creation.
Sidwell hosts campaign kickoff event in Daphne on Veterans Day
Austin Sidwell, a former Air Force major, is set to official launch his 2026 campaign.
Manufacture Alabama endorses Rhett Marques for Alabama’s 1st Congressional District
Manufacture Alabama lauded Marques's understanding and commitment to the state's manufacturing industry, praising his work in the Legislature.
November 7, 2025
Sidwell joins growing Republican field for 1st Congressional District
Former Air Force Major Austin Sidwell joins Jerry Carl and Rhett Marques in the 2026 Republican race for Alabama’s 1st District.
Wes Allen proposes amendment to require elected officials be native citizens
Two state lawmakers are carrying a constitutional amendment that would require all elected state constitutional officers to be natural-born U.S. citizens.
Rhett Marques announces campaign raised more than $500,000 in less than two months
Marques's campaign raised over $500,000 in under two months.
October 16, 2025
Sen. Donnie Chesteen endorses Rhett Marques for Congress
State Sen. Donnie Chesteen added to Rhett Marques' growing list of supporters for Alabama's 1st Congressional District.
October 6, 2025
P&CMA endorses Rhett Marques for US Congress
The association cited Marques’ pro-business policies during his tenure in the state House.
September 16, 2025