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Utility workers and service providers continue to power Alabama

Vast amounts of normal services have been interrupted during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the situation evolves and uncertainty remains, one thing that Alabamians can count on is for the lights to come on when they flip the switch. With many in our state working remotely, children engaging in virtual learning or caring for loved ones … Continued
April 17, 2020

Ivey urges Alabama citizens to obtain a STAR ID by Oct. 1, 2020

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) and ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor reminded Alabamians that they have a year to the federal deadline requiring a more secure identification to fly domestically on commercial aircraft and to enter military bases and certain federal facilities. Gov. Ivey urged Alabamians to obtain the STAR ID, which stands for Secure, Trusted … Continued
October 2, 2019

Strategic plan interview with ADOC Commissioner Dunn

Alabama’s Department of Corrections Commissioner Jeff Dunn believes the department’s new strategic plan is an essential part of moving the beleaguered prison system out of its dark past and into the future. “A strategic plan in my judgment — given my Air force experience — is absolutely critical to pulling an institution together,” Dunn said … Continued
June 3, 2019

Jones, McConnell speak on Senate floor about tornadoes

U.S. Sen. Doug Jones and U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell spoke on the Senate floor on Monday about the tornadoes that passed through Lee County on Sunday. They both offered condolences to the confirmed 23 victims’ families and all of the families whose homes and businesses were damaged. “I ask that everyone pray for … Continued
March 5, 2019

Staying focused in a crazy Washington

Before the new Congress began at the start of this year, I made a prediction: with the new Democrat majority, we could expect crazy season from the left with Democrat members taking every chance they could to undermine President Donald Trump. I don’t claim to have a crystal ball, but I think I hit the … Continued
February 19, 2019

President Trump’s ACE rule is a win for Alabama

Protecting ratepayers and ensuring that we have a reliable, secure and affordable supply of electricity in Alabama is the lens through which I view energy policy. It was through this lens that I saw the Obama administration’s so-called Clean Power Plan (CPP) as a significant threat to our state and that I now see President … Continued
October 24, 2018