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Garlan Gudger

Legislature

Alabama Senate GOP votes today on new president pro tempore leadership

The election represents more than just a change in leadership; it will set the tone for the future direction of the Alabama Senate Republican caucus.

December 3, 2024

Greg Reed to step down, sparking leadership race in Alabama Senate

Three prominent senators are vying for one of Alabama’s most influential positions.

November 15, 2024

Sen. Garlan Gudger issues statement following July 4 jet ski accident

Gudger remains under treatment at UAB following a serious Fourth of July jet ski accident.

July 8, 2024

Sen. Garlan Gudger airlifted to UAB after jet ski accident, expected to recover

The two-term senator is currently in the Intensive Care Unit following his surgery.

July 5, 2024

It’s time to invest in the industry that keeps Alabama working: Child Care

The financial strain on working families has become increasingly evident.

March 26, 2024

Lawmakers to raise cell phone fees to pay for 988 crisis hotline

Under proposed legislation, a family of four in Alabama would see an increase in monthly costs of around $4 up to $12 a month.

May 22, 2023

House sends bill creating healthcare visitation rights to Ivey’s desk

The bill ensures patients at health care facilities can be visited by at least one caregiver each day for a minimum of two hours.

April 7, 2023

Sen. Gudger’s patient visitation bill passes Alabama Senate

The legislation would allow residents and patients of health care facilities to "visit with any individual of their choosing" during visiting hours.

March 24, 2023

ALFA announces round of endorsements

ALFA is supporting Sens. Garlan Gudger, Will Barfoot and Donnie Chesteen along with Reps. Rhett Marques, Ben Robbins, and Chris England.

December 10, 2021

Alabama Forestry Association endorses Garlan Gudger for State Senate

Gudger will seek the Republican nomination for Senate District 4 in the primary election on May 24, 2022.

October 19, 2021