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I-10 Bridge Listed as a Top 5 Most Critical Infrastructure Improvements in the Nation

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Monday, May 16, the I-10 Bridge over the Mobile River was listed as one of the most pressing transportation projects in the country in a news article in ‘The Hill’ by Melanie Zenona. Constructing a new bridge over the Mobile River and widening the I-10 Bayway was among the … Continued
May 17, 2016

Sine Die! – “with all deliberate speed”

By Lieutenant Governor Kay Ivey When I struck the gavel for the Senate to adjourn Sine Die at midnight on Wednesday, May 4, 2016, the Senate completed its 30th and final legislative day of the 2016 Regular Session. Sine Die is a Latin phrase meaning “without day” that is, without designating the next day the … Continued
May 13, 2016

House Expected to Pass Education Budget with Four Percent Raise for Most Education Employees

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The Alabama House of Representatives is expected to pass an education budget this week that will increase teachers and education workers by four percent a year……double the two percent raise requested by Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R). The education received a favorable report from the House Ways and Means … Continued
March 7, 2016

Jeremy Oden Appointed to National Transportation Task Force

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Alabama Public Service Commissioner Jeremy Oden (R) has been appointed to a new transportation task force created by the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC). Commissioner Oden said, “Emerging technologies and changes in how people and goods are transported in our modern economy have prompted a renewed interest … Continued
January 29, 2016

McCutcheon Pushing for Tax Increase for Roads

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Friday, January 22, State Representative Mac McCutcheon (R-Capshaw) said on Facebook that it is time to make some decisions about the future of our transportation infrastructure. The powerful Chairman of the House Rules Committee claimed that we need 12 cents additional state taxes on every gallon of fuel … Continued
January 25, 2016

Byrne Says that House Passage of New Transportation Bill is Good News for I-10 Bridge

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, November 5 the U.S. House of Representative Congress passed a new six year transportation bill.  U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (R from Montrose) said that this is a major step toward getting a new I-10 bridge built over the Mobile River. Congressman Byrne (R-AL) said that he has long … Continued
November 9, 2015

Roby Discusses the Highway Funding Bill

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, November 4 U.S. Representative Martha Roby (R from Montgomery) issued a statement discussing the six year transportation funding bill.  Rep Roby discussed the importance of giving long-term certainty to state and local governments for road planning. Rep. Roby said that, “Roads, bridges and other transportation infrastructure make up … Continued
November 5, 2015

Byrne Says he Supports Finding a Long Term Funding Plan for Transportation

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Tuesday, May 19, the US House of Representatives passed the Highway and Transportation Funding Act (HR2353) to extend highway and transit program authority through July 31.  US Representative Bradley Byrne voted for the measure but expressed his dissatisfaction with yet another temporary fix. Congressman Bradley Byrne said in … Continued
May 20, 2015

Education Budget Debated in Committee: Passes in Senate

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Tuesday, April 14 the Alabama Senate passed SB179 the Education Trust Fund budget with the unified support of both political parties 33 to 0. The budget included an additional $13.5 million increase for the state’s voluntary Pre-K program.  State Senator Cam Ward (R from Alabaster) said on Twitter, “Al … Continued
April 15, 2015

Bentley Signs Alabama Charter Schools Bill

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, March 19 Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) signed the School Choice and Student Opportunity Act, SB45, into law. ALGOP Chairwoman Terry Lathan made a written statement, “Alabama is a state that has a long history of educational challenges. As a former public school teacher, I applaud the … Continued
March 20, 2015