US Senator Tommy Tuberville (AL)
Recent News About US Senator Tommy Tuberville (AL)
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Tuberville Warns Biden Against Order Threatening Alabama Catfish Industry
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, along with several Senate colleagues, has voiced concern over the potential negative impact on the catfish industry in Alabama if the Biden administration adopts a preliminary decision to reduce antidumping duties on imported catfish from Vietnam. In a letter to U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, the Senators requested a reversal of this decision, citing the importance of protecting American catfish farmers.Senator Tuberville, who himself has experience as a former catfish restaurant owner, emphasized the significance of...
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Tuberville Sponsors Bill to Force Biden to Hold Offshore Lease Sales in the Gulf
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, along with Senators Bill Cassidy and Ted Cruz, has joined forces to cosponsor the Offshore Energy Security Act of 2023. This legislation aims to ensure that the Department of the Interior (DOI) holds two offshore oil and gas lease sales in the Gulf of Mexico in 2024 and 2025, covering at least 74 million acres each.Senator Tuberville expressed his support for the bill, emphasizing the need for an all-of-the-above approach to energy production. He stated, "From day one, Joe Biden has sided with climate activists against American energy...
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Tuberville Bill To Stop DOJ Corruption Passes House
Yesterday, the U.S. House passed Senator Tommy Tuberville’s (R-AL) legislation, the Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act, by a 211-197 vote. This bill aims to address the issue of corruption within the Department of Justice (DOJ) by prohibiting defendants from entering quid-pro-quo agreements that involve donations to left-wing entities in exchange for reduced fines and tax deductions.The practice of funneling settlement dollars to political activists has been deemed as an unacceptable abuse of the system. Senator Tuberville expressed his satisfaction with the passing of the...
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Tuberville: The United States needs more nuclear energy
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) delivered a speech on the Senate floor discussing the need for more nuclear energy in the United States. He highlighted the strain on the power grid during the coldest time of the year and criticized the Biden Administration's focus on renewable resources like wind and solar.Tuberville acknowledged the importance of wind and solar energy but emphasized that they cannot be relied upon as the sole sources of energy due to their intermittent nature. He stated, "Our energy grid needs to stay running for 24 hours [a day]. What a thought?"...
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Tuberville Nominates 30 Alabama Students for Appointments to U.S. Service Academies
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has announced the nomination of 30 high school and preparatory school students from Alabama to the United States service academies. These nominations include students for the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Military Academy, and U.S. Naval Academy, who will be part of the class of 2028.Senator Tuberville emphasized the importance of having brave young men and women join the military to ensure that America maintains the strongest fighting force in the world. He expressed his gratitude for the desire of these Alabamians to serve and defend...
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Tuberville Honors Maggie Amadei of Enterprise as January “Veteran of the Month”
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has selected U.S. Army Captain Maggie Amadei of Enterprise as the January "Veteran of the Month." In a video released by Senator Tuberville, he commends Captain Amadei for her exceptional service and dedication to both the military and her local community.Captain Amadei's story is one of courage and resilience. Not only is she a combat veteran, but she is also a Gold Star Spouse. Captain Amadei and her husband, Ben, met while serving in the Army and deployed together as part of the 101st Airborne Division. Tragically, two months after...
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Tuberville Delivers for Alabama in 2023
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) is celebrating the progress made for the people of Alabama as he reaches the halfway mark of his first term. In a recent update, Senator Tuberville highlighted the achievements of his team and outlined his plans for the future."I’m proud of the wins our team achieved for Alabamians this year," said Senator Tuberville. "We secured much-needed funds to bolster Alabama’s law enforcement entities and military installations, and solicited input from our state’s agriculture community which will be used to develop the upcoming...
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Following Tuberville Advocacy, Senate Confirms Bachus to the Export-Import Bank Board
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Congressman Spencer Bachus for a second term on the Board of Directors of the Export-Import Bank of the United States. This confirmation comes as a result of the advocacy of U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, who worked with Senate leadership to ensure Bachus's nomination was included in a year-end executive branch nominations package.Congressman Bachus, who represented Alabama in Congress for 22 years and chaired the House Financial Services Committee, has been praised for his dedication and commitment to serving the country. Senator Tuberville...
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Tuberville Honors Alabama’s Veterans of the Month for 2023
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has recently commenced a program to recognize Alabama's veterans for their exceptional service to both the military and their local communities. Starting in February of 2023, Senator Tuberville has been honoring Alabama Veterans of the Month, with the aim of highlighting their remarkable contributions.Alabama is home to a significant population of veterans, with over 400,000 individuals who have fearlessly answered the call to defend their country. Senator Tuberville believes that these veterans, even though they are no longer in...
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Tuberville Demands Answers From Biden Admin On Scrubbed Webpage Detailing Taxpayer-Funded Union Activities
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama, along with Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee, has written a letter to the U.S. Office of Personal Management (OPM) expressing concern over the removal of a webpage that detailed the amount of taxpayer-funded time spent by the federal workforce on labor union activities. The senators argue that this webpage is critical for congressional oversight and have requested information on the reason for its removal.For over a decade, the OPM has been documenting the amount of "official time" taken by federal employees to engage in labor...
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Tuberville Votes for Defense Bill, Secures Major Wins for Alabama
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville from Alabama has voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for this year, which was passed by the United States Senate with a majority vote. In a statement, Tuberville emphasized that his decision was based on the benefits the bill brings to both Alabama and national security.Tuberville stated, "I voted for this year's defense bill for two reasons: because it's good for Alabama and it's good for our national security." He further explained that although the bill could have been stronger, there were obstacles in the...
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TUBERVILLE RECOGNIZES NATIONAL FFA WEEK AS ORGANIZATION CELEBRATES 95TH ANNIVERSARY
“The invaluable life lessons and skills taught by the FFA ensure young men and women across Alabama are prepared to drive American agriculture forward.”
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TUBERVILLE RECOGNIZES NATIONAL FFA WEEK AS ORGANIZATION CELEBRATES 95TH ANNIVERSARY
“The invaluable life lessons and skills taught by the FFA ensure young men and women across Alabama are prepared to drive American agriculture forward.”
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TUBERVILLE, SASC COLLEAGUES ASK PENTAGON TO JUSTIFY CLAIM THAT SCOTUS ABORTION RULING WILL IMPACT MILITARY READINESS
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined the Republican members of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) calling on Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to justify a recent assertion from a top Department of Defense (DoD) official that the Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization would significantly affect the “readiness of the Force.”
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Tuberville In the News: TIMES DAILY: Military recruitment a ‘national security emergency’
Tuberville In the News: TIMES DAILY: Military recruitment a ‘national security emergency’
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Tuberville Warns of Children’s Medicine Shortage
Tuberville Warns of Children’s Medicine Shortage