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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
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. Who will be Alabama's next governor? The latest look at who's in and out of the race 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.' Alabama health officials urge public to protect themselves during mosquito season The release said Albritton is a retired Navy officer and an attorney. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Alabama legislature considering lottery and expanded gaming
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT)– Senator Greg Albritton (R-Atmore) joined CBS 42 Morning News to discuss the proposal of a new gambling bill this legislative session. In 2024, Sen. Albritton co-wrote a gambling bill that failed to pass the Senate by a single vote. Sen. Albritton did not vote for the bill, citing the lack of support from the Poarch band of Creek Indians headquartered in his district. The proposed bill would include sports gambling and a state lottery. The state would 'tax the devil out of all of it.' Sen. Albritton says he does not know if building new gaming properties would be included in the bill. According to Sen. Albritton, there has been difficulty among lawmakers agreeing on what should be included in this bill. 'They don't want to deal with it, first off,' said Sen. Albritton, 'and they will not respond as to what they want or don't want in the bill.' Alabama is currently one of five states that does not have a lottery. The last time Alabama voted on the lottery was 1999, which did not pass. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
