Department of Veterans Affairs

House passes VA bill, funds Choice Program

The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed S. 2372, the VA MISSION Act, taking another critical step towards fulfilling our promise to make the Department of Veterans Affairs work for the men and women who have selflessly served our great nation. I was proud to support the legislation, and I am very pleased that it … Continued

Martha Roby

May 21, 2018

Opinion

It’s our responsibility to get this right

By U.S. Rep. Martha Roby According to the recently released federal statistics, Alabama’s Second District has the thirteenth largest population of military retirees in the entire country, with 16,000 of these men and women living here as of the end of last year. It goes without saying that this is hugely significant, and I was … Continued

Martha Roby

March 12, 2018

Opinion

Taking better care of our veterans

Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) I’ve held over 75 town hall meetings since being elected to Congress, and these meetings allow me to get a feel for what issues are most important to the people I represent. At every single town hall meeting, I get at least one question about problems at the Department of Veterans … Continued

Bradley Byrne

February 28, 2017

Opinion

A Recap From The Road

By Congressman Bradley Byrne What do dehydrated fruits and vegetables, a new workforce training center, six town hall meetings, and the University of Alabama have in common? They were all a part of my busy week on the road in Southwest Alabama. Some of my most valuable time is spent traveling across the First Congressional … Continued

Bradley Byrne

October 25, 2016

Opinion

Working for You

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) When most people think about the job of a Member of Congress, they often think about casting votes or attending committee meetings. While these are important parts of the job, much of my time is spent providing important services to the people of Southwest Alabama. One of the key roles … Continued

Bradley Byrne

August 29, 2016

Opinion

Opioid Crisis Requires Serious Response

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) I recently saw a local news story about a young 18 year old boy from Southwest Alabama who struggled with prescription drug abuse. He talked about how it started out small with just a few pain pills but his addiction spiraled out of control until he was seriously ill. Thankfully … Continued

Bradley Byrne

May 23, 2016

Opinion

What I’m Hearing in Southwest Alabama

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) “What are you hearing?” That is probably the most common question I get whether I’m visiting a local business or just stopping by the grocery store. People want to know what my constituents and their neighbors are worried about. One of the best ways I hear the concerns of my … Continued

Bradley Byrne

January 25, 2016

Opinion

Supporting Our Nation’s Veterans

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Last week we celebrated Veterans Day, and we honored the men and women who have served in the United States military. These are the individuals who throughout our nation’s history have put country above themselves. I had the honor of attending a number of Veterans Day ceremonies in Southwest … Continued

Bradley Byrne

November 16, 2015

Veterans Day Remembrances

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, November 11, was celebrated around the country as Veteran’s Day. America was born on the battlefields of Lexington and Concord 240 years ago and Alabamians around the State remember the service that Alabama’s veterans have made to the country in the many generations since. A number of Alabama’s … Continued

Brandon Moseley

November 12, 2015

Alabama’s Leaders Honor Our Veterans

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter America exists because brave patriots 240 years ago were willing to pay the price to fight and win the Revolutionary war. Whether it was fighting the English, Indians, pirates, Mexico, Spain, our own Southern States, Germany, Italy, Japan, Chinese Communists, North Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, Al Qaeda, the Taliban, ISIS, … Continued

Brandon Moseley

November 11, 2015