HB169 and the fight over who controls Alabama’s memory
A restructuring bill raises urgent questions about political power, historical integrity and who decides Alabama’s official story.
Chris Elliott
Sen. Chris Elliott brings back Archives takeover bill
The bill, which nearly passed last year, would give politicians greater control over the Department of Archives and History.
Committee OKs bill to change Archives and History governance
The bill's sponsor was among Republicans who criticized ADAH in 2023 for hosting a presentation on LGBTQ+ history.
Gambling bill faces a roadblock in Senate
Interestingly, Gov. Kay Ivey's strong endorsement of the gaming package has not swayed some senators' positions.
Legislature OKs bill to improve mental health records in gun background check system
SB158 would require reporting of involuntary commitment orders for inpatient and outpatient care to ALEA.
Legislature approves bill to keep GOMESA money in coastal counties
The bill now heads to Gov. Ivey’s desk to be signed.
February 25, 2022
Chris Elliott named 2021 Legislator of the Year by the Alabama Forestry Association
Elliott represents state Senate District 32, which covers much of Baldwin County.
Alabama Forestry Association endorses Chris Elliott for State Senate
AFA President and CEO Chris Isaacson said that Chris Elliott is one of the hardest working members of the state Legislature.
Senate passes Marsh’s broadband bill
Senate Bill 215 would set up an authority that would have the power to issue contracts to companies to carry broadband.
Chris Elliott selected for national 2020 Emerging Legislative Leaders Program
State Senator Chris Elliott (R – Daphne) was recently selected as a member of the 2020 Emerging Legislative Leaders Program. The Emerging Legislative Leadership Program is a national group sponsored by the State Legislative Leaders Foundation (SLLF) and the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business. “I am humbled and honored to have been nominated … Continued