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Challenges present opportunities for reform
It is no secret that as the Alabama Legislature reconvenes in March we have some major challenges. Our general fund budget of about $1.6 billion ...
Cam Ward, Author at Shelby County Reporter
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When It Comes to Energy, Alabama’s Future Is Now
Governor Robert Bentley recently appointed me to serve on the Industrial Energy Advisory Team.
by Cam Ward, Tuesday, July 15, 2014 3:15 pm
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The challenge of Alabama prison reform
Our state is at a crossroads when it comes to our prison system. People often ask me why I am some passionate about this issue.
by Cam Ward, Tuesday, June 3, 2014 4:47 pm
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2014 session: The good and not so good
The 2014 Session of the Alabama Legislature is now over, and what started off as an uneventful session ended as anything but.
by Cam Ward, Tuesday, May 13, 2014 4:47 pm
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Recusal bill is good for courts
Judges should be held to a standard that does not allow for undue influence on their decisions.
by Cam Ward, Tuesday, April 8, 2014 10:08 am
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What does less government mean to you here?
We hear catchphrases and feel good maxims like “We need less government,” and “Government needs to get out of the way of business,” and “let ...
by Cam Ward, Tuesday, March 11, 2014 1:42 pm
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Pushing forward in new session
There’s an old saying in Montgomery political circles: “No man’s life, liberty or property is safe so long as the Alabama Legislature is in session.” ...
by Cam Ward, Tuesday, February 11, 2014 4:04 pm
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Time for reflection and priorities
During the Holiday Season we are usually inundated by the wants of our consumer culture, and have to fight to keep the focus on the ...
by Cam Ward, Tuesday, December 31, 2013 8:41 am
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Energy supply next big issue for state officials
I have the pleasure of serving as vice chairman of the National Conference of State Legislatures’ Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
by Cam Ward, Wednesday, December 18, 2013 3:23 pm
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KidCheck Plus provides vital services for kids
Last week I had the privilege of visiting three schools in Bibb County for free health screenings that were staffed by KidCheckPlus, affiliated with Sight ...
by Cam Ward, Tuesday, November 19, 2013 10:52 am
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Medicaid expansion not easy for Alabama
As we move closer to 2014, the country finds itself questioning the impending Healthcare Reform provisions that are about to take effect.
by Cam Ward, Wednesday, October 30, 2013 10:26 am
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Economy is still issue No. 1
With the recent news of an International Paper plant shutting down in Courtland, costing our state 1,100 jobs, we should all be getting a jolt ...
by Cam Ward, Tuesday, October 1, 2013 11:01 am
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A busy summer
Although we are not in session, it has still been a busy summer of Senate work. When our 1901 Alabama Constitution was ratified, that was ...
by Cam Ward, Tuesday, August 20, 2013 11:36 am
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A time to celebrate and remember
The Fourth of July is always a time to celebrate our great country. We are truly the land of opportunity, and home to the best ...
by Cam Ward, Tuesday, July 9, 2013 12:44 pm
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Successful session ends
I will be the first to admit that this has been one of the hardest legislative sessions I have had. But meaningful reform can only ...
by Cam Ward, Tuesday, June 4, 2013 11:49 am
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