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Rogers credits Republicans for strong economy

Thursday, Congressman Mike Rogers, R-Saks, told constituents in Moody that the strong economy is due to Republican policies. “When the new Congress came in we immediately began trying to rip out regulations that the Obama administration put on,” Rogers said. We used the Congressional Review Act to rip out regulations that we thought were onerous. … Continued
August 21, 2018

Ivey visits Mobile for opening of newest Walmart distribution center

Monday, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) was in Mobile County for the opening of a new Wal-Mart Distribution Center. “Excited to be in Mobile Co. for the grand opening of @Walmart’s newest distribution center,” Ivey said on Twitter. “Walmart invested $135 million to build this facility, creating 750 jobs! I know that these folks will … Continued
August 15, 2018

Roby says growth rate proves Republican policies are working

Monday, Congresswoman Martha Roby, R-Montgomery, said in an email to constituents that recent economic growth numbers are, “proof that our pro-growth policies are working.” “Our economy grew by 4.1 percent in the second quarter of 2018, marking the fastest economic expansion in this country in nearly four years. More proof that our pro-growth policies are working … Continued
August 8, 2018

Aderholt says 3.9 percent unemployment is proof tax cuts are working

In July, unemployment dropped to just 3.9 percent. Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Haleyville, cited this fact as “proof” that the controversial Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is working. Republican in Congress passed the bill late last year without any support from congressional Democrats. “Proof that the tax cuts Congress passed are working: 1.5 million people have … Continued
August 7, 2018

Canadian government warns Alabama would be impacted if trade negotiations break down

The Canadian Government warns that Canadian trade and investment has created 111,200 jobs across Alabama, but the future is uncertain if trade negotiations breakdown between the United States and Canada. “The United States and Canada enjoy one of the closest relationships between any two countries in the world,” said Ashante Infantry, the Communications officer for … Continued
August 3, 2018

Congressman Bradley Byrne applauds airport grants

Congressman Bradley Byrne, who represents Alabama’s 1st Congressional District, thanked the U.S. Department of Transportation and Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao on Monday for eight grants from the federal Department of Transportation to local airports in Southwest Alabama. “Having a well-maintained and quality airport is critical in terms of economic development and helping bring new jobs … Continued
July 31, 2018

Byrne to hold twelve town halls in coming weeks

Friday, July 20, 2018 Congressman Bradley Byrne, R-Montrose, announced that he will hold twelve town hall meetings during the August District Work Period. Byrne’s town halls are known as the “Better Off Now” Town Hall Tour. “Working with President Trump, we have held true to our promises to the American people,” Rep. Byrne said. “Two … Continued
July 24, 2018

Pro-growth policies are working in AL-02 communities

Over the last year and a half, Republicans in Congress and the Trump Administration have worked tirelessly to unleash our economy and foster growth right here in the United States. Since November of 2016, 3.7 million jobs have been created, and one million of those came after the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act became law. … Continued
July 20, 2018

Americans are better off now

Two years ago, I joined other Republican House members in unveiling our “Better Way” agenda. The agenda covered everything from national security to tax reform to the economy. It was a bold vision about a different path for America that wasn’t driven by a larger, more powerful federal government. Instead, we advocated for a better … Continued
July 16, 2018

Gerald Dial is a steady hand for Alabama

Alabama’s economy is growing…but it can do so much more. The key is having the right leadership in all elected positions, people who have vision. So far, Governor Kay Ivey has shown she has what it takes to make important changes and place our state in a position to win. Did you know agriculture and forestry together are the biggest industry … Continued
July 13, 2018