Led by President Pro Tem Reed & Majority Leader Livingston, Senate Republicans are working to make Alabama a better place to live, work and raise a family.
Senator Garlan Gudger secured funding for a pilot program to help military veterans with the struggles of post-traumatic stress syndrome. Thank you
@GarlanGudgerJr
for your efforts to support Alabama’s veterans. Read more ⬇️
We are empowering our parents. We are standing up for our students. And we are defending the right to make the best decision for your child.
#alpolitics
#schoolchoice
We succeed in more than football in Alabama. Rooted in innovation and accelerating change, we are working to create a better and brighter future for all Alabamians. Hear from
@GarlanGudgerJr
about how
@InnovateAlabama
is taking our state to the next level.
In Alabama, we will educate our kids, no matter their income or ZIP code, and put students on a path to success.
When we give our parents the right to CHOOSE, we give our children a chance.
#alpolitics
#schoolchoice
Congratulations, Jalen! Your service to our country is inspiring. It’s encouraging to see the next generation of Alabama leaders putting their country first. 🇺🇸
Today, I had the honor of administering the oath of office to USMC corporal Jalen Drummond, my former intern from Randolph county. We are all so incredibly proud of you Jalen!
#AL03
We couldn't be prouder to have
@SenKatieBritt
representing Alabama's interests on the federal stage while we continue our work here at home. Together, we are ensuring that Alabama's voice is heard loud and clear, both in our state and across the nation.
#alpolitics
Majority Leader Clay Scofield
@ALConservative
and
@SenDanRoberts
showing their support tonight for the newest member of the Senate Republican Caucus. Congratulations on your well-earned victory,
@aprilcweaver
!
The agriculture industry is the backbone of our great state. Don't forget to
#ThankAFarmer
for working 24/7, 365 days a year, to ensure Alabamians are fed, fueled, and clothed.
#NationalFarmersDay
#AlabamaAg
#BREAKING
The Senate Finance and Taxation Education Committee voted to advance the CHOOSE Act out of committee. The bill will now head to the Senate floor as we take one step closer to establishing education savings accounts for Alabama students.
#alpolitics
It’s certainly time for Alabama to get back to work! We applaud
@GovernorKayIvey
for her decision to end federally funded unemployment compensation programs due to the pandemic. Read Senator Scofield’s full statement here:
Senator Garlan Gudger was named among the 29 legislators in
@GOPAC
's 2024 class of Emerging Leaders.
These leaders are the next installment in GOPAC's mission to build a roster of State Republicans focused on advancing Americans' personal and economic security.
#alpolitics
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Sen. Jimmy Holley has spent 44 years in the Legislature, serving 24 of those in the Senate. Holley has been a longtime mentor & role model for many members, & we'll miss him following his departure at the end of the year. We wish him the best in his retirement!
Meet Senator Will Barfoot. He serves as Chair of the Judiciary Committee and is a member of the Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry Committee; Banking and Insurance Committee; Transportation and Energy Committee; and Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Safety Committee.
We are thrilled to welcome April Weaver to the Senate Republican Caucus, and we are eager to have her alongside us fighting for our conservative values!
The Alabama Senate Republican Caucus welcomes
@wes_kitchens
as the newly elected state senator for Senate District 9. Senator Kitchens took the oath of office this morning and will assume his position immediately.
#alpolitics
JUST RELEASED:
Great news for the Rocket City 🚀
The DOD IG review on
@US_SpaceCom
concludes that the decision to relocate to Huntsville was “reasonable” and complied with the law.
This year, Alabama set a record for foster care adoptions.
Incredible, heartwarming news.
A tip of the hat to the families, faith-based adoption agencies, and DHR professionals who are working hard to help children find their forever home.
#alpolitics
Senate Republicans are committed to reining in the power of unelected boards and holding people accountable.
@SenatorElliott
’s SB77 advanced out of committee today.
#alpolitics
State-funded institutions are meant to reflect the will of the people. Yet, the Department of Archives and History has blatantly disregarded Alabama's longstanding commitment to preserving our history and instead promoted their own social agenda.
#alpolitics
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!
“For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder, and His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6
The CHOOSE Act is on the Senate floor and will be voted on today.
School choice puts moms and dads in charge of their children’s education — every parent in Alabama deserves that freedom.
#alpolitics
Conservative Republicans cut the grocery tax so Alabamians can keep more of their hard-earned money. This tax cut starts TODAY across the state. Cutting the grocery tax will save Alabama families up to $152 million in the next year.
In Alabama, parents matter, and they will always have the right to know.
@SenatorGregReed
’s Parent’s Right to Know Bill passed the Senate and is headed to the House.
#alpolitics
Did you know that the Senate-passed General Fund will allow a complete pay off of all prior withdrawals from the Alabama Trust Fund? The legislature’s conservative budgeting approach over the last decade has positioned Alabama as one of the top states financially in the nation.
”Saving tax dollars and creating a path to redemption.”
@SenCamWard
on how vocational training in state prisons can help reduce recidivism.
#alpolitics
Today the Senate honored the memory of Johnny Michael Spann, an Alabama native, Marine and CIA Officer, who was the first American casualty in Afghanistan—and we were privileged to hear from Gail Spann, Mike’s mother, who was the guest of
@Larry_Stutts
1/2
BIG NEWS:
@ADECA
has unveiled the best, most advanced interactive broadband map in the country to generate important data in the operation to expand broadband services across the state. Thanks to Senator Clay Scofield
@ALConservative
for his leadership in this ongoing process!
It was one year ago today that the Air Force announced Huntsville is the preferred location for U.S. Space Command (
@US_SpaceCom
).
What was proved true then is true now and will remain true: Space Command belongs in the Rocket City.
JUST IN: Senate passes the $7.67 billion Education Trust Fund budget, the largest in state history, focusing on attracting and retaining quality educators to Alabama. Thank you for all of your hard work,
@SenatorAOrr
!
In tonight’s State of the State,
@GovernorKayIvey
shared ambitious plans for defending Alabama’s elections, embracing school choice, and protecting the sanctity of life. Senate Republicans are inspired by this bold path forward and are committed to working with our Governor.
Senate Republicans are advancing legislation to defend election integrity and demand confidence in our elections. Today was a testament to our continued work in making elections transparent, trackable, and verifiable as SB 1 made its way out of the State Government Committee.
Thank you
@GovernorKayIvey
for continuing to make decisions that focus on what’s best for the ppl of Alabama. Senate Republicans support your call to end the mandatory mask mandate. It’s now up to Alabamians to choose personal responsibility. We’re moving in the right direction!
Governor Ivey has announced she is following through on ending the mask mandate this week, but she is keeping the bones of the State Health Order in place.
Newly revised order is now called “Safer Apart” and it is in effect until May 5.
JUST IN: The Senate passed legislation to protect Alabama working families from paying an extra $87.7 million in state income taxes on 2021 federal Covid-19 relief funds. Thank you,
@SenDanRoberts
, for leading this effort!
ICYMI: The Senate passed legislation to provide a check on federal proposals that infringe on Alabamians' right to self-defense coming from the Biden Administration or the Democratic-controlled Congress. Thank you for your work on this important bill,
@SenGeraldAllen
!
Merry Christmas from the Alabama Senate Republicans!
“And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord.” Luke 2: 10-11
Holding library boards accountable is key to preserving the sanctity of public libraries across Alabama.
@SenatorElliott
is returning authority to the community, reinforcing our state's core principles and protecting the innocence of Alabama's children.
HAPPENING NOW: Senator
@GarlanGudgerJr
talks with media on the Senate’s passage of Representative
@ScottStadthagen
’s bill HB391 to protect the fairness and integrity of female sports.
Meet Senator Clyde Chambliss, serving District 30 since 2014. Senator Chambliss serves on the Children and Youth Healthcare, Confirmations, and Rules Committees. He is also Chair of the Local Legislation and Vice Chair of the County and Municipal Government Committees.
Several members of the Senate Republican Caucus were recently recognized for their work to oppose costly & unnecessary legislation & regulations in order to help keep down the costs of health insurance paid for by Alabama employers & employees.
The Archives & History Board Accountability Bill and the Local Library Board Accountability Bill have passed the Senate.
These bills reflect our commitment to ensuring that state-funded institutions in Alabama truly serve the interests of Alabamians.
#alpolitics
Here we go! Your Alabama Senate Republicans are here in Montgomery and ready to represent you during another exciting and effecitve Legislative Session. Let's get to work!
Alabama families & IVF patients, we see you, we hear you, and we support you.
IVF is a vital means of creating life and growing families; it deserves legal protection. Senate Republicans will continue to foster a culture of life that values and protects families.
#alpolitics
The legislature passed a series of bills during the legislative session to ensure Alabama remains the most attractive and friendliest state for active-duty military, their families, and veterans. We will always support our men and women in uniform.
Senate Republicans are pursuing meaningful policy and process changes to ensure our elections will continue to be managed by the people of Alabama without federal or international interference.
@GarlanGudgerJr
#alpolitics
The Senate passed SB231, a bill to protect Alabama’s manufacturing workers. By linking an employer’s economic development incentives to its willingness to conduct a union vote through a secret ballot, hardworking Alabamians can make decisions free from intimidation.
#alpolitics
The Senator Tim Melson Act passed the Senate with unanimous support today. The Senate is working to expand CPR training in public schools to help save more lives like Senator Melson’s.
#alpolitics
@CapitolJournal
In response to skyrocketing property tax bills, Sen. Sessions is filing legislation to cap annual property value increases. Republicans are protecting homeowners and businesses from unexpected spikes to ease the burden on hardworking families.
#alpolitics
The Senate approved legislation to prevent ticketing abuses from occurring in communities across Alabama similar to those uncovered in the town of Brookside. Thank you Lt. Gov.
@willainsworthAL
and Sen.
@GarlanGudgerJr
for your work to limit these mishandlings across the state.
Our deepest prayers are w/ U.S. service members & allies on the ground in Afghanistan following today's horrific explosions in Kabul. The Biden Administration's withdrawal from Afghanistan will be remembered as one of the greatest foreign policy failures in our nation's history.
ICYMI: Senate Republicans led efforts to provide an annual $160 million in relief for Alabama taxpayers and small businesses, ensuring money stays in the pockets of these hardworking Alabamians during tough times of high inflation and pandemic recovery.
Alabama is Open for Business.
Senate Republicans’ focus on tax cuts, fewer regulations, and growing the private sector–not government–is working.
#jobs
#alpolitics
Meet Senator Dan Roberts representing District 15. He serves on the Rules, Finance and Taxation Education, State Governmental Affairs, Banking and Insurance, Economic Development, and Healthcare Committees. He is Vice Chairperson of the Children and Youth Healthcare Committee.
Another bill passed the Senate floor today.
@SenatorAOrr
’s Senate Bill 54 will guarantee periodicals used in K-12 schools are suitable for the classroom.
#alpolitics
BIG NEWS for Alabama small businesses and taxpayers! The elimination of the state business privilege tax will result in a $23 million tax cut for small businesses, providing much-needed relief for these entities. Thank you
@senbutler
for leading this important effort.
While the Senate may have dropped the ball on our three-peat this year, we knocked it out of the park for The Big Oak Ranch thanks to our guest players Riley Green and Brodie Croyle.
Who needs a trophy when you're already part of the upper chamber?
#alpolitics
Alabama's future relies on high-speed internet access across the state. Read more about
@ADECA
's new Digital Expansion Division to help lead broadband expansion efforts and ensure Alabama is on a strong path moving forward:
After nearly 12 months of navigating the Covid-19 health crisis, Alabama has proven to continue to achieve notable levels of economic growth and development!
Alabama Senate Republicans are dedicated to ensuring our state continues to see exceptional growth and recovery.
Big win for the Senators in last night's softball game benefitting Big Oak Ranch. Thank you to all who participated and attended this fun, friendly competition for a great cause! Team Senators were presented with the game-winning trophy on the Senate Floor.
#BattleofGoatHill
Thank you, Senate Majority Leader Clay Scofield
@ALConservative
, for virtually visiting Mrs. Camp's First Class Pre-K classroom at Arab Primary School. "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" was the top vote getter!🗳️
Meet Josh Carnley, our newest District 31 senator! Josh is not only a small business owner but also a farmer and a deacon. He’s committed to further serving citizens of Coffee County, as well as his neighbors in Covington, Pike, and Dale Counties.
One week of recognition is not enough to show our appreciation to the law enforcement community for the daily selfless sacrifices they make on our behalf. Thank you to Alabama's law enforcement officers for working to keep our communities safe.
#NationalPoliceWeek
The Anti-Ballot Harvesting Bill was signed into law today. Senate Republicans are fulfilling their commitment to defend Alabamians and ensure the people of Alabama manage our elections without interference.
#alpolitics
Today we honor and celebrate our nationhood, freedom, liberty, sacrifice, opportunity and the American Dream, and so much more. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Independence Day filled with family, friends, and all things red, white, and blue!
This morning, the Alabama Legislature had the privilege of honoring our state's longest-serving U.S. senator,
@SenShelby
.
Before his 36 years in the U.S. Senate, he served Alabama for 4 terms in the U.S. House and 8 years in the Alabama legislature. Thank you, Senator Shelby!
The Senate this morning passed a resolution to honor the heroism and bravery of Johnny Michael Spann, a native of Winfield, a Marine and a CIA Officer, and the first American killed in The War on Terror in Afghanistan — and to protest the early release of John Walker Lindh.
Too little, too late. The only solution is for President Biden to open back up America's energy sector and reduce our current reliance on foreign oil and gas supplies.
Our country remains free and the American spirit remains strong because of the noble sacrifices of the men and women who serve in our military.
The Legislature held a joint session to honor Military Appreciation Day and the heroes who make our nation the greatest in the world.
Happy Presidents' Day! 🇺🇸
"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same." - President Ronald Reagan
Thank you to
@ALGOP
Chairman Wahl for recognizing Senator
@GarlanGudgerJr
for his hard work to defend the values of the Alabama Republican Party and his dedicated service to Alabamians in District 4. We enjoyed having you with us today,
@ChairmanWahl
!
HAPPENING NOW: Majority Leader Clay Scofield
@ALConservative
talking on several significant Senate bills passed this week, the recent news that Alabama will retain seven congressional seats, and legislative priorities for the remaining session.
We extend our gratitude and honor the courageous men and women in blue who stand as the frontline defenders of the rule of law. Your selfless commitment to justice strengthens Alabama communities, and we are proud to call you our heroes — we are united behind the Thin Blue Line.
In the 2018 session,
@ALSenateRepubs
fought for a tax cut, the largest Alabama taxpayers have had in over a decade. Beginning in 2019, thousands of families will see a lower tax bill. That means more money in your pocket & higher economic growth for Alabama.
#alpolitics
#TaxDay
The Senate assigned Senator Albritton and Senator Gudger to the conference committee on gaming today.
From the beginning, we were clear: ending illegal gambling and allowing Alabamians to vote on a statewide paper lottery were the Senate’s top priorities.
#alpolitics
Pro Tem
@SenatorGregReed
and Majority Leader
@ALConservative
outlined the Senate’s key priorities for the rest of the legislative session. Senate Republicans remain committed to delivering powerful results for Alabama!
Read more from
@yhn
:
Meet Senator Lance Bell of District 11! A life-long St. Clair County resident, he has served his county and represented the Republican Party in numerous roles throughout his career. 🇺🇸 Join us in welcoming Senator Lance Bell to the Alabama Senate!
Access to high-speed internet is critical to creating economic development and driving our state forward. Read more from
@yhn
on legislation passed by the Senate that would help address this urgent issue and expand broadband services to every area of Alabama:
The Senate just passed the first tax break for Alabama taxpayers since 2006! Senate Republicans are committed to growing the economy, and fighting for the hard-working families of Alabama.
#alpolitics
Meet Senator Donnie Chesteen. Senator Chesteen serves on the Agriculture, Finance and Taxation, Fiscal Responsibility, and Healthcare Committees. He serves as Chair of the Education Policy Committee and Vice Chair of the Veteran, Military Affairs, and Public Safety Committee.
It is always great to welcome Alabama's federal delegation to the State House to discuss how our state is helping lead the nation.
Thank you for stopping by,
@RepMikeRogersAL
. We are fortunate to have your strong leadership in the U.S. House.
#alpolitics
The Alabama Senate Republican Caucus had big wins for school choice. SB263, sponsored by Sen. Donnie Chesteen, will expand the 2013 Alabama Accountability Act and increase opportunities for students to take advantage of this successful tax credit program.