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Palmer and Senator Mike Lee Introduce Agency Accountability Act

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Friday, February 3, 2017, US Representative Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) and conservative US Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) introduced the Agency Accountability Act (AAA), requiring that all fines, fees, penalties, and other unappropriated funds collected by federal agencies to be transferred to the Treasury, and subject to the appropriations process. Congressman … Continued
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February 7, 2017

Bill banning taxpayer support for abortions passes the House

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter January 24, 2017, the US House of Representatives passed HR7, the No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2017. US Representative Bradley Byrne (R-Montrose) said, “Today, the House of Representatives voted in support of strong, pro-life legislation to permanently ban taxpayer funding for abortion. … Continued
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January 25, 2017

Alabama leaders offer Christmas greetings

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter A number of Alabama elected officials shared Christmas greetings with constituents via social media in the days leading up to our culture’s biggest holiday. US Representative Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) wrote, “As we gather with friends, family and loved ones for Christmas celebrations, I want to share with you a … Continued
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December 24, 2016

Palmer congratulates Thompson students in SKY program

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Monday, November 21, 2016, US Representative Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) praised high school teacher Brian Copes and his students in the SKY program. Congressman Gary Palmer said in a statement, “Congratulations to Thompson High School teacher Brian Copes and his students and the many volunteers with the SKY (Skilled Knowledgeable … Continued
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November 29, 2016

Gary Palmer says Americans delivered a clear message

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, November 9, 2016, Congressman Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) won the highest percentage of victory during yesterday’s elections in Alabama. Palmer received 75 percent of the vote in District Six, giving him the highest victory compared to other federal races across the State. Congressman Palmer said in a statement, “Ann … Continued
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November 15, 2016

Today is Veterans Day

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Today, Friday November 11, 2016, is Veterans Day. US Senator Richard Shelby (R-Alabama) said in a statement, “Each year, friends and neighbors across the country pause to honor our nation’s military heroes who selflessly sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy as Americans. Veterans Day is an important time to … Continued
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November 11, 2016

Palmer Says Trump Should Ask for Forgiveness

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Friday, October 7, 2016, The Washington Post released an eleven year old tape, where current Republican Presidential nominee Donald J Trump spoke crudely about women. The tape includes the use of they p-word. Trump has been roundly criticized for his language and a number of politicians, including Alabama … Continued
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October 10, 2016

Palmer Says New Drug will Help Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Patients

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter US Representative Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) announced that the US Food and Drug Administration has approved a Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) treatment that parents of Duchenne’s patients have been asking for, for a while now. Congressman Palmer said in a statement, “On Monday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved … Continued
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September 22, 2016

Palmer To Host A US Service Academy Night

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday Night, September 19, at 6:00 PM US Representative Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) will host a US Service Academy Information Night. Representatives from the US Military Academy, US Naval Academy, US Air Force Academy, US Merchant Marine Academy, and the US Coast Guard Academy will be present, along with … Continued
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September 16, 2016

Rogers, Shelby, Byrne, and Palmer are Critical of $400 Million Payment to Iran for Hostages

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, August 18, 2016, State Department Spokesman John Kirby admitted what many Republicans had already suspected. A January cash payment of $400 million to Iran, was contingent on Iran releasing four Americans being held prisoner there. Republicans, including members of Alabama’s Congressional delegation were quick to criticize the revelation … Continued
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August 22, 2016