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Bill Calls for Indicted Leaders Suspension

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—A group of 10 State Representatives have sponsored House Bill 220, which would, “automatically suspend a member of the Legislature who holds a leadership position from serving in that leadership position if the member is indicted for a crime that is a felony.” The bill clarifies that the legislator … Continued
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February 15, 2016

Christmas 2015

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Although its meaning and significance may differ from place-to-place, Christmas is a holiday that is celebrated all over the world. For some, it can be a time to celebrate the birth of the Christ child, which is always near the Christian heart, while for others it is simply a … Continued
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December 24, 2015

Bentley Administration Doubles Down on STAARS: Spin or Cover-up?

By Bill Britt and Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Late Friday evening, Gov. Robert Bentley’s administration published a lengthy press release announcing the “re-launch” of Open Alabama, and defending the $47 million STAARS software program. The carefully parsed statement from the Governor’s office was particularly nuanced and did not directly address the concerns that State … Continued
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December 21, 2015

Phil Williams Speaks to GBYRs

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, November 12, State Representative Phil Williams (R-Huntsville) spoke to the Greater Birmingham Young Republicans (GBYRs) about his effort to be elected by the House membership as the next Speaker of the Alabama House of Representatives. Representative Williams said, “I am here to talk to you about the future … Continued
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November 16, 2015

Phil Williams To Speak to GBYRs

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter State Representative Phil Williams (R from Huntsville) will speak to the Greater Birmingham Young Republicans on Thursday, November 12th at their monthly meeting at Sidebar in the Lakeview District of Birmingham. The social begins at 6:00 pm and the formal meeting kicks off at 6:30 pm. Outgoing Chairman Jackie … Continued
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November 3, 2015

Williams Offers Profound Change

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—In a private email, Rep. Phil Williams (R-Huntsville) explained to House members how he would fundamentally change the way the Speaker’s office would operate under his leadership. Williams says his plan would change the culture of the House of Representatives by adopting a Member-based system, and downsizing the role … Continued
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October 27, 2015
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It’s Time to Fix the Foundation

By Sen. Phil Williams  By now I’m sure that you’ve heard that Alabama has a budget problem. As the Chairman for the State Senate Committee for Fiscal Responsibility I firmly believe that the budget woes we face this year can be fixed without raising taxes or relying upon gambling. But to do so we will … Continued
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May 26, 2015

Hubbard Becomes “Unhinged” Over Republican No Vote on Tax Hike

  By Bill BrittAlabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Speaker Mike Hubbard (R-Auburn) is determined to raises taxes. So determined, in fact, that a bill that was voted down in committee on Wednesday, will be voted on again in the same committee today. During the Wednesday Ways and Means Education committee meeting, Republicans voted down House Bill 587, … Continued
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May 7, 2015

Legislature Finishes Busy First Week

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The Alabama Legislature went back into session on Tuesday, March 3, and immediately began work on new legislation for 2015. The legislature generally meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays and does a lot of work in committee on Wednesdays. House Rules Committee Chairman Mac McCutcheon (R-Capshaw) wrote on Facebook: “Finished … Continued
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March 9, 2015

Republican Super Majority Leadership Threatens Freedom of Press

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter When the newly elected members of the Republican Senate Caucus met last Wednesday, the pressing business of the day was not the State’s financial worries, a faltering education system, overcrowded prisons or jobs, jobs, jobs. No. One of the more pressing issues for the incoming Senate was who would … Continued
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November 11, 2014