State Rep. Chip Brown

Legislature / Environment

Alabama House passes bill to restore coastal seagrass ecosystems

Alabama lawmakers approved a task force to develop innovative technologies for restoring seagrass ecosystems and preserving environmental stability along the Gulf Coast.

February 27, 2026

House committee advances expansion to seafood labeling regulations

Alabama lawmakers advance legislation mandating genetic testing and menu labels to ensure seafood is properly labeled as foreign or domestic.

Wesley Walter

February 19, 2026

State Rep. Chip Brown pre-files legislation to bolster commercial seafood industry

His legislative package included measures to support commercial fishing, retail seafood sales and the protection of local marine waters.

Alex Jobin

August 26, 2025

Immigration law text on black book and judge gavel on US of America flag background, top view. Migration, emigration visa in USA concept

Prefiled bills seek to “add some teeth” to immigration enforcement

Alabama’s state lawmakers are scheduled to begin debating immigration measures upon the 2025 Legislative Session’s start.

Wesley Walter

January 21, 2025

State Rep. Chip Brown pre-files bill to protect personal data associated with DNA samples

The bill would restrict how genetic testing companies and contractors that provide them with services can retain and disclose biological samples.

Jacob Holmes

November 29, 2023