Congressman Bradley Byrne

House makes regulatory reform a top priority

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) $1,000,000,000,000. That’s the estimated total cost of regulations issued by the Obama Administration. These regulations have resulted in over 754,000,000 hours of paperwork. These numbers are pretty remarkable. The wide range of regulations cover everything from energy to agriculture to the environment. In addition to having a negative effect on … Continued

January 16, 2017

A bipartisan vote to stand with Israel

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) The United States has no stronger ally than Israel. Our relationship has always been strong, both economically and militarily. Israel plays an especially important role in helping us combat radical Islamic terrorism in the Middle East. In other words, Israel serves as a beacon of hope, freedom, and opportunity in … Continued

January 9, 2017

Five things to watch in 2017

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) In 2017, Republicans will have control of the White House, the Senate, and the House of Representatives. This is a rare situation that has happened only 16 times the past 100 years. Under a unified Republican government, there is great potential for important reforms. Here are five areas where I … Continued

January 3, 2017

Congressman Bradley Byrne: A look back at 2016

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) As we look forward to 2017, I want to take a moment to look back at some of the highlights of the past year. It was a busy year with over 25 town hall meetings in each of the six counties that make up Alabama’s First Congressional District, in addition … Continued

December 24, 2016

A few Christmas thoughts

Congressman Bradley Byrne Alabama Political Reporter With Christmas fast approaching, I want to take time to reflect on two important thoughts: the need to count our blessings and the importance of sharing those blessings with others. Last week, I stopped by the WKRG studios in Mobile to donate a few toys to their annual toy … Continued

December 19, 2016

Early picks show priorities of Trump administration

By Congressman Bradley Byrne Over the last few weeks, reporters with television cameras have stood watch in the lobby of Trump Tower in New York City to see who is coming and going from meetings with President-elect Donald Trump. Most of the visitors are there to talk to the President-elect about opportunities to serve in … Continued

December 12, 2016

A bill that can save lives

Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) I met a young boy named Gabe Griffin a few years back at Battleship Park in Mobile. His family and friends had organized a cross country bike ride that started in Oregon and ended on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. The goal of the ride was to raise awareness about Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, … Continued

December 5, 2016

Bentley turns to Survey Monkey for Sessions replacement

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter The appointment to replace Senator Jeff Sessions rests squarely on the shoulders of Governor Robert Bentley. In a recent email obtained by the Alabama Political Reporter, Bentley’s Appointments Director, Will Edwards, asks the members of the State’s Republican Party Executive Committee for input on the appointment of Sessions’ successor: … Continued

November 21, 2016

Local Schools are Making a Difference

Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) There is something really fun and exciting about visiting with students in our local schools. From the elementary student who just wants you to read a book with them to the high school student looking for college advice, the visits are always special. With the House out of session for the … Continued

November 7, 2016

Nothing Affordable About the “Affordable Care Act”

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) In 2008, then Senator Barack Obama famously said, “In an Obama administration, we will lower premiums by up to $2,500 for a typical family per year.” You don’t have to be a health insurance expert to know that was a lie. All around the First District of Alabama, I talk … Continued

November 2, 2016