Garlan Gudger

Elections

Gov. Ivey calls special session as Alabama renews congressional map fight

The move followed a Supreme Court ruling Republicans saw as opening a path to revive maps that could restore a GOP sweep.

May 1, 2026

Study Commission on AI and Children’s Safety holds first meeting

Alabama lawmakers have launched an AI study commission, debating definitions and expert guidance before drafting potential safeguards legislation.

April 30, 2026

The V: Alabama session ends quietly as power shifts and GOP tensions rise

A cautious session ended with key issues untouched, Senate power subtly reshuffled and Republican divisions spilling into view before election season.

April 13, 2026

Senate changes rules to reduce lieutenant governor’s role, add new committee

The rules changes reduce the influence of the lieutenant governor in the Senate by significantly increasing that of the president pro tempore.

April 3, 2026

Pro Tem Gudger announces “Power To The People Act,” expanding PSC to seven elected seats

Garlan Gudger proposed expanding the Alabama Public Service Commission to seven elected seats while prohibiting utility rate increases through 2029.

March 11, 2026

Alabama Senate votes to repeal controversial annexation law

The move reverses a 2025 law authorizing wet municipalities to annex noncontiguous dry county land for resort developments after intense local opposition.

January 16, 2026

Shed hunting with a Laborador retriever finding deer antlers. Fun sport activity of finding dropped buck antlers. Older Lab retriever dog with whitetail buck horns found in the woods. Canine dog.

Lawmakers advance dog deer hunting rule near Talladega National Forest

Alabama lawmakers amended the dog deer hunting rule, restricting activity near Talladega National Forest and citing property concerns.

October 3, 2025

Gudger taps Howe for FORGEPAC, names Skaggs chief of staff

Leadership shift positions Senate GOP for 2026 incumbent protection efforts

July 25, 2025

BCA’s ProgressPAC endorses Senate Pro Tem Gudger, Speaker Ledbetter for re-election

The Business Council of Alabama's political affiliate announced its endorsement of the legislative leaders for re-election.

July 2, 2025

Gudger to lead Alabama Senate

The two-term senator from Cullman was selected by Pro Tem by the Republican Caucus over Majority Leader Steve Livingston.

December 3, 2024