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Atlanta Casino Could Threaten Birmingham Plan and PCI

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY— MGM Resorts International has offered a plan to build a billion dollar gambling casino complex in Atlanta. This should give Birmingham Mayor William Bell, and all those who would like the “Magic City” to become a destination spot rivaling Atlanta, heartburn. The mere mention of the idea has … Continued
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November 24, 2015

Budget Chair Switch

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—On Friday, a reassignment of Senate budget chairs became official. Since the last Special Session of 2015, plans and negotiations had been underway to swap chairs of the Education Trust Fund, (ETF) and the State General Fund (SGF). After fits and starts, Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) and Sen. Trip … Continued
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November 9, 2015

Bentley Calls for End the Gambling Enforcement by AG

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—In a surprising move on Thursday, Governor Robert Bentley signed Executive Order 13 which overturned Executive Order 1 that disbanded the Governor’s Task Force on illegal gambling and directed Alabama’s Attorney General to enforce the laws related to gambling. Executive Order 13 states the responsibility for enforcement of Alabama’s … Continued
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November 6, 2015

Leaked Recording Draws Shock and Ire

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—A taped recording of a private meeting between Gov. Robert Bentley and the ALGOP Steering Committee was recently leaked to al.com’s Chuck Dean. Several members who were present at the meeting say the written report was a heavily edited version of what actually took place. Committee Vice Chair, Districts … Continued
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October 21, 2015

Senators Question Ethics Opinions

  By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Recent opinions issued under the guidance of new Ethics Director Tom Albritton are increasingly facing criticism from the press and members of the State legislature. Ethics opinions written for Rep. Patricia Todd (D-Birmingham), Health Officer Dr. Don Williamson, and Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh (R-Anniston), have all … Continued
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September 22, 2015
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Awesome success, at failure

By Joey Kennedy Alabama Political Reporter One truth we’ve learned about Alabama lawmakers in 2015 after a regular session and a special session to write a state General Fund Budget (SGF): They’re very successful. Successful. At failure. They couldn’t fail any better. After passing an unworkable SGF in the regular session that Gov. Robert Bentley … Continued
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September 9, 2015

Report Speculates Hubbard, Bentley Deal on More Taxes, Lottery

  By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—While trying to fend off rumors surrounding his divorce, Gov. Robert Bentley is reportedly negotiating with Speaker Mike Hubbard (R-Auburn) to raise taxes and promote a lottery. According to al.com’s Chuck Dean, “Multiple sources say that Bentley and House of Representatives leaders led by Speaker Mike Hubbard have … Continued
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September 4, 2015
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Bring in the Pain: Opinion

  By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter There is little doubt that the first Special Session of 2015 will be an abject failure. As lawmakers return to their respective chambers on Monday evening, there will have been little consensus made for a solution. It is time to bring in the pain. The Senate has stripped … Continued
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August 10, 2015

Marsh Says Massive Medicaid Cuts Unlikely to Pass Senate

  By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, August 5, the Alabama House of Representatives passed a State General Fund (SGF) budget that slashed the troubled State Medicaid program by a shocking 23 percent. State Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh (R-Anniston) told reporters before the House vote that he felt that it was very … Continued
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August 6, 2015

Gaming Bill Passes Senate Committee

  By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—On Tuesday, Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh’s (R-Anniston) gaming bill had its day in committee. After some harsh words were exchanged on the Senate Floor, Marsh’s bill was given a favorable report by the Tourism Committee with a vote of 6-2. When the Senate convened on Tuesday, … Continued
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August 5, 2015