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David Wheeler qualifies to run for Alabama House Seat

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, January 11, 2018, David Wheeler has officially submitted his qualification paperwork and fees to the Alabama Republican Party for the Alabama House seat in District 47. “Today culminates almost a year’s worth of work in preparation to represent the people of House District 47,” Wheeler said. “I’d like … Continued
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January 12, 2018

Senate passes historic tax cut bill

By Brandon Moseley  Alabama Political Reporter The “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act,” HR1, narrowly passed in the Senate by a vote of 51-48.  Both of Alabama’s U.S. Senators: Richard Shelby and Luther Strange voted in favor of HR1.  The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is the most significant piece of tax cut legislation to pass … Continued
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December 20, 2017

House Republican Caucus releases legislative agenda

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, the Alabama House Republican Caucus released its 2018 “Flag, Family, and Country” legislative agenda. House Republicans say that it is a package of nine measures designed to provide protections for Alabama families, extend benefits to active duty soldiers and military veterans and encourage respect for the U.S. Flag … Continued
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December 18, 2017

Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act passes US House

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017 was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives.  Several members of the Alabama Congressional delegation shared their opinions on the bill with the Alabama Political Reporter. U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks, R-Huntsville, said in a statement that this bill aims to protect the … Continued
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December 7, 2017

Sewell critical of GOP tax reform effort

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter U.S. Rep. Terri A. Sewell, D-Selma, was sharply critical of the Republican tax reform package in a recent email to constituents. “This month, Congress is considering passage of a tax bill that cuts taxes for special interests and the wealthy while eliminating provisions that middle-class families rely on to … Continued
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December 1, 2017

Senate passes defense spending bill

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, the U.S. Senate passed the NDAA after it came out of a conference committee report. The FY18 NDAA conference report authorizes a $88.7 billion increase over FY 2017 national defense funding. It authorizes $634.2 billion for base budget requirements and $65.7 billion in Overseas Contingency Operations funding, for … Continued
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November 17, 2017

House passes Defense Authorization bill

By Brandon Moseley  Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, November 14, 2017, Congress passed the Fiscal Year 2018 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).  The NDAA sets policy and authorizes spending for the entire U.S. military, and the bill must be passed each year.  The bill passed by a vote of 356 to 70. Following negotiations between the … Continued
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November 15, 2017

Byrne says final NDAA authorizes three Littoral Combat ships

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, Congressman Bradley Byrne, R-Montrose, announced that he helped secure authorization for the construction of three Littoral Combat Ships in the final version of the Fiscal Year 2018 National Defense Authorization Act. The NDAA was released today. “Securing the authorization for three more Littoral Combat Ships is a big … Continued
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November 9, 2017