Alabama Sen. Greg Albritton announces run for re-election
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — Alabama Senator for District 22, Greg Albritton (R-Atmore), has announced he is running for re-election.
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According to a news release, Albritton was elected to the state senate in 2014 after serving in the state House of Representatives from 2002 to 2006.
District 22 covers Escambia County, Washington County, and portions of Baldwin County.
Albritton is the chairman of the Finance and Taxation — General Fund Committee, where he oversees the allocation of the General Fund Appropriation.
He has helped with broadband expansion, water and sewer improvements, and enhancing residents' quality of life, according to the release.
'I am honored to have had the opportunity to serve the people of District 22,' said Senator Albritton. 'Together, we have made significant strides in improving our communities and managing our state's resources wisely. I look forward to continuing this work and building a brighter future for Alabama.'
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The release said Albritton is a retired Navy officer and an attorney.
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