How a Republican newcomer beat a three-term Democrat
Data suggests a disparity between Republican and Democrat turnout combined with straight-ticket voting to lift Rick Rehm to victory.
Dexter Grimsley
Grimsley plans to “get away from partisan politics” after defeat
"We've got to figure out a way for us to come together and not just look at what party we are," Grimsley said.
Republican newcomer Rehm unseats Grimsley, flips House District 85
Rehm said his campaign ran on the issues, while he accused Grimsley of avoiding taking stances.
Rehm prioritizes parental rights in education, cutting taxes in District 85 bid
Rehm emphasized his opposition to increased taxation and his support for parental rights in education.
Bill to allow local tax dollars to follow the child to a charter school advances
Some members of the committee were troubled that local public schools might be harmed by this.
State leaders briefed on efforts to combat coronavirus
State leaders held a conference call Monday led by Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on the coronavirus that is sweeping the state of Alabama and state efforts to fight the spread of the deadly virus. State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris said that he appreciated Governor Ivey’s statewide shelter in place order that was issued through … Continued
Coalition commends passage of bill to lower the age of truck drivers
The Business Council of Alabama along with the Alabama Beverage Association, the Alabama Farmers Federation, the Alabama Retail Association, the Alabama Rural Electric Association of Cooperatives (AREA), the Alabama Trucking Association, Alabama’s chapter of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), and Manufacture Alabama praised the members of the Alabama Legislature today for passage of … Continued
May 17, 2019
House passes bill to reform Pardons and Paroles Board
The Alabama House of Representatives on Thursday passed a bill to reform the much-maligned Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles. House Bill 380 is sponsored by State Rep. Connie Rowe, R-Jasper. Rowe is a retired police chief. The bill creates a director of pardons and paroles who is appointed by the governor and codifies the … Continued
House votes to put statues of Helen Keller, Rosa Parks on capitol grounds
The Alabama House of Representatives passed a bill to place statues of Helen Keller and Rosa Parks on the state capitol grounds. House Bill 287 is sponsored by State Rep. Laura Hall, D-Huntsville. Hall said the two women are already both honored with statues in Washington at the nation’s capital. “These statues would represent two … Continued
Rep. Dexter Grimsley Announces Campaign for Re-Election
Staff Report NEWVILLE— Rep. Dexter Grimsley, D-Newville, announced today that he is seeking re-election to the Alabama House of Representatives in House District 85. District 85 includes all of Henry County, as well as a portion of Houston County. “It has been an honor to serve the people of Henry and Houston Counties for the … Continued
September 24, 2013