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Lawmakers Benefit From Farm Subsidies Congress Seeks to Overhaul
By Laura Litvan | Bloomberg | June 3, 2013
Fifteen members of the U.S. House and Senate or their spouses benefited from federal farm subsidies last year, underscoring a personal stake for some lawmakers in a congressional debate that resumes this week over spending on agriculture programs.
Cantor Outlines Busy June, Highlighted by Appropriations
By Niels Lesniewski | CQ Roll Call | May 31, 2013
House Majority Leader Eric Cantor circulated a memo to House offices Friday afternoon outlining a busy schedule for the chamber’s June work period.
Holcomb wins Best of Show: Guntersville lineman gets top honors in Aderholt’s 4th District
By Shannon J. Allen | Sand Mountain Reporter | May 31, 2013
Mason Holcomb comes from a football family, but it’s his art talent that’s already opening doors for the Guntersville High School senior.
Mason is a lineman for the Wildcat football team. His brother, Miles, is a former college football player and an assistant coach at Crossville, his alma mater.
Having a great time in D.C.
By Ginger Grantham | Moulton Advertiser | May 30, 2013
It was an educational trip to Washington D.C. this spring for members of the Beta Club at Lawrence County High School.
But don't think "educational" made the trip dull and boring. As a matter of fact, the kids and teachers had a ball and are ready for another adventure.
House Votes to Stop Obama Admin From Funding Abortions for Illegal Immigrants
By Tony Perkins | Life News | May 28, 2013
Liberals are more than happy to welcome illegal immigrants to America–it’s their unborn children they object to. Last week, Democrats tried to defend taxpayer-funded abortion as part of the long list of “perks” that detainees enjoy in Homeland Security’s federal detention centers.
Admiral vows to continue sharing faith
By J. C. Derrick | Florida Baptist Witness | May 24, 2013
WASHINGTON (BP)—Living one’s faith in the U.S. military took center stage at the 62nd observance of the National Day of Prayer in Washington as lawmakers and faith leaders gathered on Capitol Hill.
Washington, D.C.— Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today released the following statement after Congressman Jo Bonner announced he will be resigning from Congress in August to take a leadership position with the University of Alabama System:
Rep. Bonner resigns for position with UA System
By Adam Henry | WAFF 48 | May 23, 2013
WASHINGTON, D.C. -
U.S. Rep. Jo Bonner announced on Thursday his resignation from Congress, stating he would be taking a new position with the University of Alabama System.
Political leaders react to Rep. Jo Bonner's resignation
By George Talbot | AL.com | May 23, 2013
MOBILE - Reactions poured in from across Alabama and beyond as news spread of U.S. Rep. Jo Bonner's decision to retire from Congress and take a job as vice chancellor of government relations and economic development for the University of Alabama System.
Courtland sales tax to go up
By Ginger Grantham | Moulton Advertiser | May 23, 2013
Come July 1, sales tax in the town of Courtland will be 9 percent. The Courtland Council approved the one-cent increase at Monday's meeting.
"I checked and we do not have to hold a hearing on the increase," Mayor Clarence Logston said. "If we approve the increase tonight, it will become effective on July 1."