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December 9, 2022

Alabama Politics

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Gov. Kay Ivey names 1st cabinet appointee of new term; Curtis Stewart to lead ABC Board

Curtis Stewart, deputy commissioner of the Alabama Department of Revenue the last 10 years, will replace Mac Gipson, who is retiring after almost 12 years as ABC administrator.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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Mac Gipson stepping down as leader of Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

Gipson, 87, has been administrator of the agency since he was appointed by former Gov. Robert Bentley in 2011.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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Kyrsten Sinema leaves Democrats, registers as independent: What does that mean for US Senate?

The Senate is now split 50-50, with Vice President Kamala Harris the tiebreaking vote for Democrats.

By The Associated Press

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Tuberville push to ax military vax mandate passes House in final defense spending bill

Military personnel will no longer be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 under the bill.

By Howard Koplowitz | hkoplowitz@al.com

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Same-sex marriage bill a ‘gift to radical’ activists trying to ‘redefine marriage,’ Alabama congressmen say

Rep. Gary Palmer said the Respect for Marriage Act is "deceptively titled" while Rep. Barry Moore called it “a gift to radical progressive activists.”

By Howard Koplowitz | hkoplowitz@al.com

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Alabama to release high-demand bourbons, whiskeys Saturday at 8 ABC stores

A sweepstakes held in October determined the first 100 customers at each store, but walk-ups can also register to shop for the high-demand, limited quantity liquors.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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