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Stealing Power, Substitute SB122

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Push back from the Governor and others concerned about the future of accountability in government has caused a Substitute of SB122 to be submitted. SB 122 sponsored by Jimmy Holley (R-Elba) will place the power of many of the state’s governmental watchdog agencies into the hands of 12-man junta … Continued
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February 19, 2013

Governor Bentley Expresses Opposition to Legislative Power Grab

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—On Thursday, Governor Robert Bentley, once again, expressed his opposition to SB122. “We believe it concentrates a lot of power in twelve individuals,” said the Governor. SB122, sponsored by Senator Jimmy Holley (R-Elba), is seen by many as a power grab by the republican-controlled legislature to abolish independence and … Continued
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February 15, 2013

SB122 opens the door for corruption

By Bill Britt  Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Under the guise of streamlining government, SB122 is a grand scheme by the republican-controlled legislature to abolish independence and accountability as it applies to public corruption. If SB122 is signed into law, the Department of Public Examiners will be robbed of its independent powers and the fight against public … Continued
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February 11, 2013

Is Senator Del Marsh a Campaign Finance Scofflaw?

by Thomas J. Scovill   When Senator Del Marsh, (R-Anniston), became pro tempore of the Alabama Senate in 2010 following the great Republican sweep, he pushed a series of new ethics laws with great fanfare. This included updates to Alabama’s Fair Campaign Practices Act (FCPA).   Because there is every reason to believe that Senator … Continued
February 5, 2013
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How are you doing? More Threats and Bullying

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Last week was the first time Susan and I had been at the Statehouse when a large number of people were gathered since close of 2012 session. It was an amazing pleasure to see some of the people we have come to know, admire and actually love. Many people … Continued
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January 14, 2013

Dueling Gun Bills: Caution Concealed Politics Carried

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Guns will continue to be a headline issue for 2013. Not only does Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard (R-Auburn) have a commission looking into school safety with the possibility of arming teachers, there are also competing bills that would allow individuals to carry firearms to work and keep them … Continued
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December 31, 2012

Bentley Establishes Alabama Medicaid Advisory Commission

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) signed an executive order to establish the Alabama Medicaid Commission. Gov. Bentley said, “We are committed to increasing efficiency, eliminating fraud and maintaining patient care.  We believe we can deliver higher-quality care while also controlling costs.  The Alabama Medicaid Advisory Commission will help … Continued
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October 26, 2012
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Legislative Leaders: Trust Fund Repayment Bill to be First Passed Next Session

By Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh and House Speaker Mike Hubbard In the past, Alabamians unfortunately became accustomed to having promises made by politicians only to have them ignored later. But that was in the past. Now, with Republicans leading the Alabama Legislature, when we make a promise, we keep it. Before voters went … Continued
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September 23, 2012

Senate President Pro Tem Comments on Passage of Constitutional Amendment

Staff Report From the Office of Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh MONTGOMERY – Following the passage of today’s Constitutional Amendment to transfer funds from the Alabama Trust Fund to the state’s general fund, Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh issued the following statement: “Today’s vote was an acknowledgement that we’ve made significant strides over the … Continued
September 19, 2012

Voter Fraud is Alive and Well in Alabama, GOP leadership speaks out

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Uniontown Alabama is one of the most impoverished places in the country. The economy of the agriculturally rich Black Belt town arguably never really recovered from Alabama’s transition from a labor intensive cotton economy. One thing Uniontown does lead in is voter participation. According to the 2010 census 1775 … Continued
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August 31, 2012