Tag: General Fund
Robertson/Barth/Jahera: Legislators step up to tackle Alabama’s underfunded pensions
On November 9, a newspaper in North Alabama published an editorial suggesting that any legislative interest in our state's public pension system would inevitably spell...
Daniel Sutter: Gambling is about freedom, not government revenue
The Alabama legislature considered a lottery and expansion of casino gambling this year to generate new revenues for the state. Freedom, not state government...
Alabama ABC Board: decision to close stores protects consumers, fiscally sound
The recent decision by the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board to close or consolidate 15 state-run liquor stores at the end of the year...
Phil Williams: Finding a new way to budget is key for...
The Dickens’ classic Oliver Twist transcends time and was a catalyst for social change in its day. As we enter the second special session...
John Rice: State government is acting more like Washington, D.C., every...
State government is acting more like Washington, D.C., every day. The state General Fund is spending close to $1 million more a day than the...
Katherine Robertson: Legislature can still finish strong
The Alabama Legislature caught its share of grief after adjourning the Regular Session without passing a budget. The alleged infighting between the House and...
Del Marsh is right to file gambling bill
Bravo, Del! Bravo. Filing a gambling bill this Special Session is the right thing to do.
No matter what position conservatives take on gambling it's...
Del Marsh to introduce gambling bill this Session
Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh says he will introduce lottery and casino legislation this Special Session, saying he thinks the public is ready...
Here’s a quick look at proposals as governor says, “I have...
Alabama Today is hearing the Special Session could be called for the week of Aug. 17. The goal is to pass the general revenue...
Governor optimistic on reaching Special Session budget solution
Gov. Robert Bentley says he's optimistic about getting a budget agreement in a Special Session this summer despite the gridlock that plagued lawmakers in...
