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!
We had a great morning celebrating the new First Class Pre-K classrooms at @sheltonstate and learning about the college’s efforts to prepare pre-k teachers.
Thank you to Reps @RepEngland70@GoBillPoole & @SenGeraldAllen for attending and for your support. #PreK4AL
I’m happy to support this bill by @SenatorElliott to increase the penalties for violence aimed at law enforcement officers — Alabama’s sheriffs, deputies, and police officers are heroes who put their lives on the line to keep us safe. https://t.co/UARSGKVwDQ
The Senate yesterday approved the Alabama Innovation Act, which will establish the Research and Development Enhancement Fund, a limited grant program for companies and nonprofits in Alabama that are building cutting-edge solutions to the toughest problems we face.
We have bills of interest taking place right now. In years to come, we'll see the decisions we're making today will push Alabama forward. -@SenGeraldAllen#MontgomeryDriveIn#publicpolicy
Wonderful evening with the @TuscaloosaGOP and many members of the @CRFAlabama -hospitality with a “red” carpet rolled out. They made 2018 a huge success and are all in for 2020. Good to see @SenGeraldAllen#alpolitics
Proud to present a resolution honoring Jon Fleenor & Margaret Purcell, owners of Katie Farms, recognized as the Farm of the Year. Presentation was made last night at the Tuscaloosa Co @AlfaFarmers board meeting. Thank you for hosting me.
The Gen Fund budget for 2019 fiscal year was signed today by @GovKayIvey! A huge thank you to both Senator Trip Pittman and @Repsteveclouse for all of their hard work on this responsible, balanced budget that includes no new taxes.
Yesterday, the AL Senate approved a measure to create the “First-Time & Second Chance Home Buyers Savings Account.” The principal deposits and earnings from the account are tax deductible, and the savings can be used for a down payment and/or closing costs. #alpolitics
SB391 sponsored by @MelsonForSenate was approved out of committee yesterday to allow the Bible to be taught in schools as an elective. Regardless of your religious beliefs, the Bible has had a hugely significant influence on the Western world, and on the U.S. in particular.
The AL Senate adopted resolutions honoring 11 Senators who are retiring from Legislature. Sens Brewbaker, Holtzclaw, Glover, Pittman, Dial, Hightower, Smith, Williams, Sanders, Sanford, & Blackwell were honored. It’s a been a privilege to work with talented, honorable individuals
The Senate approved a $6.6b education budget today, the largest budget since the great recession of 2008. It includes a 2.5% pay raise for teachers. Our goal: that every student in every county in Alabama has an opportunity to earn a quality education: https://t.co/cMVPcPJUnL