Alabama Senate GOP votes today on new president pro tempore leadership
The election represents more than just a change in leadership; it will set the tone for the future direction of the Alabama Senate Republican caucus.
Steve Livingston
Greg Reed to step down, sparking leadership race in Alabama Senate
Three prominent senators are vying for one of Alabama’s most influential positions.
Legislature approves new Congressional map over objections from Democrats
With the special session adjourned, the fight over the redistricting process returns to the courts with a hearing set for Aug. 14.
House, Senate redistricting plans on a conference committee collision course
When they return to the floor this morning, the debate will be on the same maps they have already passed.
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Not surprisingly, the alcohol industry is lobbying heavily to expand the sale of these beverages.
Marsh holds meeting with gaming interests day after Ivey calls for the Legislature to stand down on gaming
Despite Gov. Kay Ivey’s call for the Legislature to give her “time to get the facts,” on a lottery and gaming before proceeding with legislation, Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh summoned representatives of the Poarch Creek Band of Indians and two of the state’s dog tracks to sit down and discuss moving ahead on … Continued
Alabama voting survey finds overwhelming bipartisan support for caregiver assistance
A new survey of Alabama registered voters ages 40-plus finds that the vast majority, 82.3 percent, of current caregivers said they will provide future caregiver or assistance on an unpaid basis to an adult loved one. It also found that eight in 10 voters think it is very important to have more community resources and … Continued
May 14, 2019
Livingston is nominated as 2019 GOPAC Emerging Leader
The GOPAC, a national organization focused on advancing conservative ideas and policy solutions, announced Tuesday that Alabama State Sen. Steve Livingston, R-Scottsboro, is a part of its exclusive 2019 Class of Emerging Leaders. “Alabama is an amazing state that I’m proud to call home, and it’s a privilege to represent the people of Jackson, DeKalb … Continued
Senate committee approves bill requiring Pledge of Allegiance in public schools
The Senate Education Policy Committee voted Wednesday to give a favorable report to a bill requiring that public schools recite the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of each school day. The bill, HB339, would apply to all K-12 public schools in the state. House Bill 339 was sponsored by state Rep. Nathanial Ledbetter, R-Rainsville. … Continued
Marsh threatens lottery legislation: Why?
A bill sponsored by State Sen. Jim McClendon giving Alabama citizens an opportunity to vote on a constitutional amendment to allow a lottery is being questioned by one of its co-sponsors. The bi-partisan legislation is co-sponsored by Sens. Jimmy Holley, Steve Livingston, Bobby Singleton, Roger Smitherman, Billy Beasley and Del Marsh. Last week, Marsh, who … Continued