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Montgomery, AL. – During the Alabama House Democratic Caucus weekly press conference that was held Wednesday, February 2, 2022, Rep. Pebblin Warren’s (D-Tuskegee) remarks focused on public education and the need to spend American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds wisely in Alabama. According to Rep. Warren, “Our teachers and retired teachers deserve a raise, but we must continue our efforts to … Read More

Montgomery, AL. – During the Alabama House Democratic Caucus weekly press conference that was held Wednesday, February 2, 2022, Rep. Neil Rafferty (D-Birmingham) strongly denounced the permitless gun carry bill, HB4, sponsored by Rep. Shane Stringer (R-Citronelle). The bill is currently being considered in committee. Rep. Rafferty remarked, “Permitless gun carry is not “Pro-Alabama”. In fact, it is “Anti-Alabama”. What it … Read More

Montgomery, AL. – Alabama House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels (D-Madison) delivered a strong and forward-looking response to Governor Kay Ivey’s State of the State speech that she delivered January 11, 2022 to both chambers of the Alabama Legislature. Early in his remarks, Rep. Daniels commented, “Regardless of the election cycle, it’s time to rise above petty and divisive partisanship and, instead, … Read More

Montgomery, AL. – The Alabama House Democratic Caucus proudly invites the media and interested members of the public to attend the Press Conference that will be held virtually and in-person on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 in the State House Press Room at 1PM CST. The Press Conference will feature the House Democrats’ Legislative Agenda entitled “Pro-Growth * Pro-Innovation * Pro-Alabama.” On … Read More

For Immediate Release April 23, 2021 Montgomery, AL- This week, the Alabama House Democratic Caucus helped introduce and pass several key bills to help the people of Alabama and held their weekly Wednesday Press Conference. Caucus member bills that passed include: HB609 sponsored by Rep. Jeremy Gray (D-Lee) establishes the Innovate Alabama Matching Grant Program allowing for matching funds to … Read More

The Alabama House Democratic Caucus (AHDC) has announced that it will hold Press Briefings that will feature a Caucus Member who will offer remarks and commentary following the legislative session days on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:00 PM CST. The link for today’s briefing is below.

For Immediate Release April 16, 2021 Montgomery, AL- This week the Alabama House of Representatives passed SB117, sponsored in the Senate by Sen. Linda Coleman-Madison (D-Jefferson) and led in the House by Rep. Chris England (D-Macon), which would expand the expungement of criminal records to include convictions of certain misdemeanors, traffic violations, municipal ordinances, and, under certain conditions, felony convictions. … Read More

For Immediate Release March 19, 2021 Montgomery, AL- During a challenging week in the Alabama House of Representatives, Democrats were able to find success with the passage of HB441, sponsored by Rep. Artis “A.J.” McCambell (D-Marengo) which, if enacted, would be a first step toward increased police accountability in Alabama. The bill would establish a law enforcement employer database. Included … Read More

Alabama House Democrats enthusiastically support the historic economic relief and stimulus package, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, signed by President Biden yesterday. The $1.9T package not only includes $1,400 individual relief payments and additional financial support for families with children, but it also funds a variety of other initiatives to accelerate vaccine production and distribution. The legislation is predicted to rapidly bolster economic growth and to cut child poverty in America by half.

Republican Bill Limiting Constitutional Right to Free Speech and Assembly Assigned to House Subcommittee