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From government shutdown to district travel

By U.S. Rep. Martha Roby As you are all too aware by now, our federal government shut down for three days recently because Senate Democrats refused to support a reasonable funding bill over their unreasonable immigration demands. We should never be in a position where one party is allowed to hold our military and government … Continued

January 29, 2018

Alabama set to move forward with Medicaid work requirements on Gov. Kay Ivey’s orders

By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter Alabama may become one of nearly a dozen mostly Republican states that are seeking a waiver from the federal government that could allow the state to institute work requirements for some of those who are on Medicaid. Gov. Kay Ivey said Tuesday that she has directed Medicaid Commissioner Stefanie … Continued

January 17, 2018

A look back at 2017

By U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne As we head into 2018, I want to take a minute to look back at some of the highlights from a very busy and productive 2017. 2017 marked the start of a new era in Washington, D.C. as President Donald Trump was sworn in. With the House and the Senate … Continued

January 1, 2018

A tax cut for Christmas

By Congressman Bradley Byrne This Christmas, the American people received a gift that isn’t found underneath the tree but will be found in your pocketbook and paychecks over the coming years. I’m talking about passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act represents the first major overhaul of our … Continued

December 22, 2017

If you are a woman, you know

By Cheryl Cook Contributed Why didn’t a 14 year old girl from a small town in Alabama go to authorities with her allegations of sexual misconduct against a 32 year old District Attorney 40 years ago? If you are a woman, you know. Even forty years later, male supporters of Roy Moore are saying the … Continued

November 14, 2017

Rebuilding, reforming, and repairing our military

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) There is no greater responsibility of the Federal government than to provide for the safety and security of the American people. I have found myself making this point over and over again throughout my short time in Congress. With the wide range of issues under debate here in Washington, some … Continued

July 18, 2017

Big Breakthrough on Repealing Obamacare

Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) The Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, is failing the American people by driving up costs and limiting options for families. President Trump and the Republican controlled Congress have pledged to make repealing and replacing Obamacare a top priority. Well, we had a major breakthrough last week when the House passed the … Continued

May 8, 2017

5 reasons why Republicans are going to pot on March 8

By Sam McLure Alabama Political Reporter On March 8, 2017, at 1:30 the Alabama Legislature will be considering a bill that would decriminalize possession of less than one ounce of marijuana. The House of Representative’s Judiciary Committee will be holding a public hearing on HB 269 in Room 617 at 1:30 pm. HB 269 stands … Continued

March 7, 2017

The man who wears his underwear on his head

By Sam McLure Alabama Political Report Have you met the man who wears his underwear on his head? This may sound too absurd for a political periodical, but please stay with me. Fred is 40 years old and lives in his mother’s basement. She washes his clothes, makes him breakfast, and keeps the pantry stocked … Continued

February 16, 2017

Prison bill could be defining moment

By House Minority Leader Craig Ford Prisons could be the issue that defines the Alabama Legislature in 2017. Gov. Bentley has said he may call a special session to address the issue, and has indicated that he will revive the prison construction bill he first proposed in his 2016 State of the State address. In … Continued

December 7, 2016