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Byrne supports passage of a balanced budget amendment

The House of Representatives reportedly is considering scheduling a vote on a balanced budget amendment later this week. U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne, R-Montrose, said that he supports passage of a balanced budget amendment. “I strongly support passage of a Balanced Budget Amendment,” Byrne said. “Since coming to Congress, I have introduced my own balanced budget … Continued
April 10, 2018

State to takeover Red Snapper season management

Friday, Gov. Kay Ivey announced that the National Marine Fisheries Service has granted Alabama’s request for an Exempted Fishing Permit, thereby allowing the state of Alabama to manage the recreational red snapper fishing dates for 2018 and 2019. “I am very pleased that the U.S. Department of Commerce, through the National Marine Fisheries Service, has … Continued
April 9, 2018

Byrne urges Senate to pass his Save Local Businesses bill

Monday, March 26, Congressman Bradley Byrne, R-Montrose, called on the Senate to pass his bill, the Save Local Business Act. “Given the recent developments at the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the failure to include joint employer provisions in the omnibus funding bill, it is more important than ever that the Senate act to … Continued
March 28, 2018

Byrne releases statement on the passing of Congresswoman Louise Slaughter

U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne, R-Montrose, on Friday issued a statement regarding the passing of Congresswoman Louise Slaughter, D-N.Y., the Ranking Member of the House Rules Committee. “It was an honor to serve alongside Louise Slaughter on the Rules Committee,” Byrne said. “Despite being on different sides of the aisle, Louise was always kind, encouraging, and … Continued
March 19, 2018

Byrne concerned about China’s influence in Africa

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, Congressman Bradley Byrne, R-Montrose, expressed his concerns about recent actions by China in Africa, specifically actions in the Republic of Djibouti. Rep. Byrne, a member of the House Armed Services Committee, wrote a letter to Secretary of Defense General James Mattis to express his concerns. “Last week, the … Continued
March 8, 2018

Lizzetta McConnell launches Congressional campaign

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Democratic Candidate Lizzetta McConnell held her campaign kickoff rally at the Ashbury Hotel & Suites in Mobile on Wednesday. The event drew more than three dozen supporters from across the 1st Congressional District. McConnell spoke to the crowd on the issues of universal healthcare, poverty, education, women rights, human … Continued
March 5, 2018

Alabama, national leaders react to passing of famed American Evangelist Billy Graham

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, evangelist Billy Graham died at the age of 99 from natural causes.   Many leaders across Alabama and beyond responded to the death of the one of the most influential American religious figures of the twentieth Century. “I fondly remember watching Dr. Billy Graham during my childhood and even … Continued
February 23, 2018

Southern Union State Community College updates strategic plan

By Brandon Moseley  Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, Alabama Community College System Chancellor Jimmy Baker announced the opening of the position of president of Southern Union State Community College. This announcement is the culmination of the Southern Union Strategic Planning Initiative announced in August of 2017. “As promised, the placement of a permanent president for Southern … Continued
February 19, 2018

Shelby votes in support of budget agreement

By Brandon Moseley   Alabama Political Reporter U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Ala., voted in favor of the long-term budget agreement and Continuing Resolution to fund the government through March 23, 2018. The bill, which Senator Shelby supported, was passed with bipartisan support by a vote of 71-28 in the U.S. Senate. “The Senate has approved … Continued
February 13, 2018