U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt have sent a letter to to NCAA President Charlie Baker advocating for the city of Birmingham to be used as a venue for future NCAA championship events. Specifically, Tuberville and Britt are championing the Magic City as a location for the Men’s March Madness first and second rounds, […]

Last week I received an email that included the gaming legislation we have all been hearing so much about. For many of my colleagues, whether they vote yes or no, this will be the most difficult vote they make all session. Whether gaming conflicts with personal values or awarding licenses in the state is an […]

A study group of Alabama legislators recently announced plans for a comprehensive gaming bill in the Yellowhammer State. The legislation would create a state lottery while also legalizing casinos and sports betting in Alabama. One of the main arguments is that illegal gambling is already occurring across the state, creating the need to not only […]

Senator Katie Britt recently signed onto new legislation she believes is imperative to establishing U.S. energy independence and security in both the present and going into the future. The Unlocking Domestic LNG Potential Act is promoted as a solution to take politics out of the export of American liquefied natural gas by doing away with […]

The first Super Bowl being played in the gambling capital of the world will have fitting betting numbers to go along with it. Super Bowl LVIII, which will be the first edition in Las Vegas, will have a jaw-dropping 67.8 million American adults placing wagers on it, according to a study from the American Gaming […]

The 2024 Legislative Session has begun this week. It can last three and a half months to May 20. The Alabama Legislature is a very conservative body. It has super Republican majorities in the Senate and the House. The Senate is made up of 27 Republicans and a mere 8 Democrats. The House has 77 […]

A new bill that would remove State Treasurer Young Boozer from the process of administering loans worth millions to Birmingham Southern College has been brought forward in the Alabama Legislature for consideration in the 2024 state legislative session which began last week. Last year, lawmakers in both the Alabama House and Senate backed legislation approving […]

The Alabama State Senate honored Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson on his American League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year award. Congratulations to Selma native, Gunnar Henderson, on being named the American League Rookie of the Year—leading all rookies in home runs, triples, RBIs, and runs scored while playing for the Baltimore Orioles. Keep up […]

On Thursday, the Alabama State Senate passed legislation to require schools across the state to post syllabuses of instruction online in order for parents and guardians to review what their children are being taught in the classroom. The “Parents’ Right to Know” bill, sponsored by State Sen. Greg Reed (R-Jasper) also requires each classroom teacher, […]

Candidate for Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court, Bryan Taylor, has released the first video advertisement of his campaign. The ad, entitled ‘Uphold the Constitution’ highlights his military service, conservative judicial philosophy, commitment to applying the law as written, and upholding the Constitution, Taylor says. “Liberal judges are using the courts to advance their […]

House and Senate Republicans have been trying to pass the Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act, which was introduced by Rep. Greg Steube (R-Fla.) and would bar biological men from competing in women’s sports. Sen. Tommy Tuberville, who introduced companion legislation in the Senate, appeared on the Rick and Bubba Show and […]

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) wants to make sure illegal immigrants are not being used to help Democrats gain more congressional seats in the future. The congressman is cosponsoring the Equal Representation Act to stop the inclusion of illegal immigrants in the count toward congressional district apportionment and the Electoral College map. “Only American citizens […]

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) spoke outside the front steps of the Supreme Court Thursday and condemned attempts by some Democratic states to kick former President Donald Trump off the ballot. Joined by Sen. Roger Marshall (R-KS), Tuberville spoke as the Justices inside the courtroom were hearing oral arguments on Colorado’s decision to remove Trump […]

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey announced the creation a task force to recommend policies and promote responsible use of of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in state government and executive branch agencies. “The state of Alabama is a pioneer in the development and use of advanced technologies, from manufacturing nanotechnology to empowering mankind to walk on the […]

The University of Alabama System announced a leadership transition at the highest level as Chancellor Finis “Fess” St. John IV prepares to take on a new role at the Shelby Institute for Policy and Leadership. Sid J. Trant, the system’s current general counsel and senior vice chancellor, is set to serve as interim chancellor starting […]

In her State of the State address on Tuesday, Gov. Kay Ivey appealed to state lawmakers to quickly approve a new cutting-edge high school that will be focused on educating students in the healthcare sciences. The idea of the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences was first mentioned by Ivey in her State of the State […]

On Wednesday, the Alabama State Government Affairs Committee advanced legislation that would make it illegal for anyone to be compensated to collect absentee ballots in Alabama. This was identified as a top priority agenda item for Governor Kay Ivey and Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen. Senate Bill 1, the first bill pre-filed in 2024, […]

A change to the state Constitution is in the works in the Alabama House of Representatives. State Rep. Kenneth Paschal said Wednesday he is sponsoring a constitutional amendment that will recognize and protect the fundamental right of parents to direct the upbringing, education, care, and control of their children. “During the 2023 legislative session, I […]

Kellyanne Conway, political strategist and pollster renowned for her breakthrough work on Donald Trump’s 2016 underdog presidential campaign, addressed a group of state lawmakers this morning on research conducted by her firm into the prospect of legalizing forms of gaming in Alabama.  According to polling conducted by her firm, KAConsulting, 74% of Alabama voters said […]

The Regular Session of the Alabama Legislature is upon us. Though the only statutory requirement of our state legislature is to pass balanced budgets, there will be literally hundreds of bills considered and debated as our elected leadership moves through the session. It’s difficult for even the most seasoned legislator to remain focused on specific […]

As State officials were approached about trying to salvage Birmingham-Southern, the  college had already established a dismal financial track record of the following:  Significant ill-considered borrowing to build facilities from 2004-2010 Miscalculating millions of dollars in Pell Grant awards  Depleting its endowment fund which had been $130 million in 2000 Downgrading of its bonds to […]

House Republicans failed to impeach Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Monday as three GOP members voted with Democrats. Republicans argue that Mayorkas has failed to live up to his oath of office because of the continuing illegal immigration crisis at the southern border. The vote was 214-216, with Republican Reps. Tom […]

Former State Sen. Dick Brewbaker, GOP candidate for Congressional District 2, released his second televised campaign ad. Brewbaker’s ad, entitled ‘Not that complicated’ will air on broadcast, cable, and streaming television across the district. “Look, this is not that complicated when dealing with border issues,” Brewbaker says. “There are countries all over the world that […]

Alabama 2nd Congressional District candidate in the Republican primary, Caroleene Dobson, visited Washington D.C. recently and made a stop at the offices of Americans for Tax Reform. While there, Dobson signed the conservative organization’s “Taxpayer Protection Pledge,” promising that if elected to office she will never vote to increase federal levies. Dobson explained her views […]