Sen. Chris Elliott

Legislature

Bill to allow library board member removals advances out of Senate committee

The bill allows two thirds of a library board's appointing authority to remove a member for any reason.

January 29, 2026

Alabama House committee OKs bill to limit Mobile Bay dredge dumping

The bill mandates that entities dredging millions of cubic yards must beneficially use 70 percent of the material, promoting marsh creation.

January 22, 2026

Senate advances bill elevating assaults on public officials to a felony

The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced a bill making assaults on public officials felonies, adding protections for pharmacists and nurses after debate.

January 15, 2026

Proposed law would allow for removal of library board members

State Sen. Chris Elliott introduced Senate Bill 26, establishing a pathway for local governments to remove library board members after months of controversy.

December 16, 2025

All 14 Baldwin County mayors endorse Sen. Chris Elliott for reelection

All 14 mayors across Baldwin County announced their endorsement o Elliott, citing his influence securing resources in Montgomery.

December 16, 2025

Lawmakers delay state contracts over legal dispute, board oversight concerns

Legislative committee members halted contracts tied to high-stakes litigation and questioned if occupational licensing boards were overly reliant on a single private vendor.

December 9, 2025

Sen. Chris Elliott announces bid for reelection to Senate

Elliott cited his efforts to streamline state government, protect Alabama values, combat the woke agenda, and cut taxes.

October 30, 2025

Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Sen. Chris Elliott in Senate District 32

Elliott received the Alabama Farmers Federation's endorsement, which cited his work ethic and conservative values.

July 25, 2025

Senate Democrats block Archives restructuring bill at last minute

After three hours of holding up the legislative day, Sen. Chris Elliott relented and voted to non-concur, sending the bill to conference committee.

May 8, 2025

Democratic Senators block Archives Board appointment reform bill

Democrats filibustered a bill changing the Archives Board’s appointment process, stating it could jeopardize the preservation of Alabama’s history.

February 28, 2025