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Open Meetings Act Passes Out of Committee

By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—On Wednesday, the Senate Judiciary Committee passed the Open Meetings Act SB191, out of committee. A substitute was passed, including some language that was of concern to the Alabama Press Association (APA). This bill, if passed, will reverse that rulings by the Alabama Supreme Court last year from 2012 … Continued
February 13, 2014

Senator Ward Named Chairman of Joint Energy Task Force

Staff Report Montgomery, January 15, 2014 – Citing his National footprint on State-level energy policy, The Joint Legislative Committee on Energy Policy voted unanimously to elevate Senator Cam Ward (R-Alabaster) to serve as Chairman. “I’m honored that my colleagues see me as a leader, and have chosen to give me this opportunity,” Ward said. “I … Continued
January 18, 2014

Senator Ward’s SB84 on Habitual Offenders Act Catches Serious Criticism

By Lee Hedgepeth Alabama Political Reporter A bill by Senator Cam Ward pre-filed in preparation for the upcoming state legislative session, which begins tomorrow, is currently facing serious criticism from Democrats in the legislature as well as nonprofit justice advocacy groups. Senate Bill 84, sponsored by the 14th District Republican, would repeal an amendment to … Continued
January 13, 2014

Ward a Regional Leader on Energy Issues

By Senator Cam Ward MONTGOMERY— State Senator Cam Ward (R-Alabaster) was among the attendees at a meeting to discuss the formation of a State Energy Chairs Leadership Council, the priorities of such an organization, and the growing number of energy issues contended with by State Legislators. “This was a great opportunity for me to be … Continued
January 8, 2014

Energy Supply Next Big Issue for State Officials

By State Senator Cam Ward I have the pleasure of serving as Vice Chairman of the National Conference of State Legislatures’ Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis once said that states are The Laboratories of Democracy – the good ideas of governance come from the state level, and then are often … Continued
December 3, 2013

KidCheck Plus Provides Vital Services to Children in Our Area

By Sen. Cam Ward Last week I had the privilege of visiting three schools in Bibb County for free health screenings that were staffed by KidCheckPlus, affiliated of Sight Savers America. Headquartered in Pelham, this vital program is provided to schools free of charge, via donations and volunteer hours by nursing students from around the … Continued
November 8, 2013

Happy Independence Day

By Sen. Cam Ward The 4th of July is always a time to celebrate our great country. We are truly the land of opportunity, and home to the best people in the world. This year’s 4th of July has particular resonance, as it’s the sesquicentennial of the Battle of Gettysburg, which was fought July 1-3, … Continued
July 4, 2013

ALEC influences Alabama legislators

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY–From voter identification laws to immigration bills, many states seem to be acting as if from the same agenda in recent years. It’s no secret that lobbying groups impact public policy on all levels, but many states are being influenced by a stronger, more powerful group. ALEC, the American … Continued
June 25, 2013