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The maximum penalty for conspiracy to transport illegal aliens within the United States is 10 years in prison.

U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt’s congressional campaign announced Monday the U.S. Chamber of Commerce had endorsed the congressman. “On behalf of the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses and organizations of every size, sector, and region, I am pleased to inform you that the U.S. Chamber of Commerce has … Continued

Wednesday, the campaign to re-elect Congressman Robert Aderholt, (R Haleyville) announced that the National Right to Life Committee (NRLC) has endorsed him for re-election to Alabama’s Fourth Congressional District. “I am truly humbled to have the endorsement of the National Right to Life Committee,” said Congressman Aderholt. “I have, and I always will, fight for … Continued

U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Alabama, announced Tuesday that 19 local airports throughout Alabama have been awarded more than $9.7 million in Federal Aviation Administration grants. “This $9.7 million in funding awarded by the Department of Transportation will significantly aid in the development of local airports across the state of Alabama,” Shelby said. “Investing in local … Continued

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—A newly-elected OB/GYN State Senator has enlisted the support of six Republican Senate colleagues to repeal a law based, in part, on the death of one of his patients. Senator Dr. Larry Stutts (R-Sheffield) has offered SB289, which would repeal a woman’s legal right to remain in the hospital … Continued

Staff Report A decision by President Obama to exempt sleeping bags made in Bangladesh from a no-tariff agreement will save almost 100 jobs in northwest Alabama. Workers at the Exxel Outdoors manufacturing got a late but very welcome Christmas gift last week when President Obama determined that certain imported non-down sleeping bags will be removed … Continued