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Secretary of State issues reminder to candidates about upcoming Legislative Fundraising Blackout

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill is reminding candidates and political action committees of the upcoming freeze on fundraising during the Legislative Session known as the Legislative Blackout Period. The Code of Alabama 1975, § 17-22A-7(b) states the following: “Candidates for state offices (All statewide offices including Constitutional Officers, … Continued
January 5, 2018

2018 might be better … cautious warning aside

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter When we look back over 2017, it would seem there is little cause for celebration, and yet, there are signs of a better year to come. As we ponder the coming year, here are some things to keep in mind. Happening in the House Speaker of the House Mac McCutcheon … Continued
December 29, 2017

Secretary of State: No crossover voters will be prosecuted

By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill’s office said Friday that no crossover voters will be prosecuted and the instances of crossover voting were far fewer than initially believed. Initial numbers indicated in a formal election report in August showed more than 674 individuals had voted in the Democratic primary … Continued
November 17, 2017

Lawmaker will try again to pass bill allowing hunting over bait

By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter A South Alabama lawmaker will try again next Legislative Session to get a bill passed that would allow licensed hunters to take feral swine and whitetail deer over bait. Rep. Jack Williams, R-Wilmer, has pre-filed a bill that would amend Alabama’s hunting laws to allow hunters to shoot deer … Continued
October 23, 2017

2018 Legislative Session just 92 days away

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Halloween is not here yet, and most people are just beginning their Christmas shopping list. That said, it is time to begin preparing for the 2018 Legislative Session. The 2018 Regular Session of the Alabama Legislature begins early this year so that the members can go out and campaign … Continued
October 9, 2017

Number of payday lenders down, demand still high

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter A recent article in The Economist found that nationally, the number of payday lenders is on the decline, which mirrors Alabama, where payday lending outlets have dropped significantly since the adoption of a statewide database designed to track loans and curtail abuses. What doesn’t seem to have ebbed, is … Continued
August 28, 2017

Troubling questions land at Real Estate Commission doorstep

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter When regulatory boards start acting like trade associations and trade associations have to fight to keep a commission on task, that signals real trouble, according to sources close to the Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) and the Alabama Association of Realtors (AAR). “The Realtors Association is in a terrible … Continued
August 22, 2017

A curious case of Canarys

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter It has become common to hear lawmakers say “BCA is the new AEA.” This statement refers to the fact that, under the leadership of convicted felon, former Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard, the Business Council of Alabama has risen to control the State’s Legislative agenda, much like the … Continued
July 19, 2017

Medical Parole Bill passes

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, May 18, 2017, the Alabama House of Representatives passed SB87 which would allow Alabama’s oldest prisoners to apply for medical paroles. State Representative Mack Butler (R-Rainbow City) said on social media, “SB87 dealing with medical parole for prisoners has passed. We are now adjourned for the night. We … Continued
May 19, 2017