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Senate Passes Welfare Reform Bills

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Wednesday the Alabama Senate passed stringent new requirements for persons receiving entitlements from the State of Alabama. Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh (R) from Anniston said on Facebook afterwards, “Tonight, Senate Republicans passed a package of common sense welfare reform bills.” Sen. Marsh said, “ Drug testing … Continued
February 28, 2014

Remington Coming to Huntsville

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Saturday, the Military Times reported that gun maker Remington Outdoor Co. is expected to announce that they are opening a new factory in Huntsville, Alabama.  For lawmakers in the firearm freedoms friendly state of Alabama this was welcome news.  The new 500,000 square foot facility will bring 2,000 … Continued
February 17, 2014

Republicans Positive About 2013 Legislative Session

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Monday is the last day of the Alabama 2013 Legislative Session and Alabama’s Republican Leadership is very positive about the results of this session. Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard (R) from Auburn said on Facebook, “While President Obama and liberal Democrats continue to expand the size and reach … Continued
May 20, 2013

Tighter Bail Bondsmen Requirements Bill Passes out of House Committee

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter In the House Standing Committee on State Government Chairman Jamie Ison (R) from Mobile announced that the request for a public hearing for Senate Bill 319 is waived. Senate Bill 319 requires that professional bondsmen complete an initial instructional course and pass an examination prior to serving as a … Continued
May 8, 2013