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March 19, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama House of Representatives has passed HB541, the SAVE Act, marking a major step toward implementing party registration in Alabama and protecting the integrity of Republican primaries. "Republicans across Alabama have been asking for this for more than a decade," said ALGOP Chairman Scott Stadthagen. "The message from the grassroots of our Party has been clear - Republican voters should choose Republican nominees." Party registration has been a...
HOOVER, AL - The Alabama Republican Party's State Executive Committee elected State Representative Scott Stadthagen as Chairman during the Party's 2026 Winter Meeting held this weekend in Hoover. The State Executive Committee is composed of 475 members representing all 67 counties in Alabama and meets twice each year to conduct official Party business. The weekend began Friday evening with a sold-out Candidate Meet and Greet Reception, headlined by U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie...
HOOVER – With Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl stepping aside, Alabama Republican Party Vice Chairman Joan Reynolds will assume the role of Chairman, effective immediately. The Alabama Republican Party remains focused and fully operational as it prepares for a pivotal 2026 election cycle. With a seasoned leader like Joan Reynolds at the helm-backed by an experienced and battle-tested staff-Republicans across Alabama can rest assured that the Party won't skip a beat. Chairman Rey...
BIRMINGHAM, AL — The Alabama Republican Party today released the following statement on the passing of former State Senator Ann Bedsole, a groundbreaking leader whose impact on Alabama politics and public service spanned more than half a century. She was 95 years old. Sen. Bedsole made history as the first Republican woman elected to the Alabama House of Representatives and later the first woman of either party to serve in the Alabama State Senate. Her election to those historic offices paved t...
December 16, 2025 - BIRMINGHAM, AL – The Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) has successfully completed Phase 2 of the Republican National Committee's (RNC) three-phase GROW program (Growing Republican Organizations to Win), once again positioning Alabama as one of the first states to reach this milestone. The program equips state parties with advanced strategies, tools, and training to organize effectively, engage voters, and secure election victories. "Completing Phase 2 of the GROW program is no...
December 19, 2025 - Birmingham, AL - The Alabama Republican Party will open candidate qualifying for the 2026 election cycle on Monday, January 5, 2026, marking the formal start of a campaign season that will determine control of Alabama's top state and federal offices. Qualifying will begin at 8:30 a.m. and remain open through Friday, January 23, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ALGOP Chairman John Wahl said the upcoming election cycle will be critical to Alabama's future, as Republicans look to maintain the...
November 21, 2025 - Birmingham, AL - The Alabama Republican Party is pleased to announce that Madeline Priestley has joined the staff as the Party's Director of Member Services and Data. Priestley brings a strong background in brand management, event coordination, and data-driven project execution, making her a key addition to the Party's team. Priestley, a graduate of the University of Alabama with a degree in Public Relations and a minor in Political Science, most recently served as a...
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl issued the following statement after Alabama's two Democratic members of Congress, Terri Sewell (D-Birmingham) and Shomari Figures (D-Mobile), voted against a bipartisan resolution honoring the life and legacy of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated at an event in Utah last week. The resolution, introduced by Speaker Mike Johnson, passed the U.S. House of Representatives in a strong bipartisan 310–58 vote, with 38 D...
August 17, 2025 - HOOVER AL - The Alabama Republican Party today announced the opening of candidate qualifying for the special election in Alabama House District 38, which encompasses portions of Chambers and Lee Counties. Qualifying will begin at 8:30 a.m. CDT on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, and will close at 5:00 p.m. CDT on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. Republican candidates may qualify online at www.algop.org or in person at ALGOP Headquarters, located at 3505 Lorna Road, Hoover, AL 35216. This...
July 14, 2025 - HOOVER, AL - The Alabama Republican Party is proud to announce that George Williams of Baldwin County was elected to serve as the new Chairman of the Alabama Minority GOP at the organization's recent state meeting. A Vietnam veteran, retired DEA supervisory special agent, and longtime conservative leader, Williams brings a wealth of experience to the position. He is a former Senior Vice Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party-the second-highest ranking officer at the state...
July 15, 2025 - BIRMINGHAM, AL - Qualifying for the special election in Alabama House District 13 officially closed at 5:00 p.m. CDT on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Three Republican candidates qualified to appear on the Alabama Republican Party Special Election Primary ballot: Greg Barnes Dustin Beaty Mike Elliott House District 13 encompasses portions of Walker County and became vacant following the election of former Representative Matt Woods to the Alabama Senate last month in a special election...
June 24, 2025 - Voters in Fayette, Lamar, and Walker Counties, as well as portions of Jefferson and Tuscaloosa Counties, went to the polls today for the Special General Election in Alabama State Senate District 5. The candidates in the race were Republican State Representative Matt Woods and Democrat Ryan Cagle. The unofficial results are as follows: Matt Woods (R): 7,707 votes, 86.00% Ryan Cagle (D): 1,238 votes, 13.81% Write-ins: 17 votes, 0.19% Based on the preliminary results, Matt Woods...
June 23, 2025 - HOOVER, AL - The qualifying period for the special election in State House District 63 officially closed at 5:00 p.m. CDT this evening-Monday, June 23, 2025. At the close of qualifying, Tuscaloosa City Councilman Norman Crow was the only individual to qualify as a Republican candidate in the race. As a result, Councilor Crow is now the official Alabama Republican Party nominee for House District 63. "We are thrilled to have such an experienced candidate with solid conservative...
July 2, 2025 - HOOVER, AL - The Alabama Republican Party is proud to announce that Communications Director Jeannie Negrón Burniston has been promoted to serve as the Party's Director of Legislative Affairs. She will continue in her current role as ALGOP Director of Communications while taking on this expanded position. In her new capacity, Burniston will assist ALGOP Chairman John Wahl in shaping the Party's legislative agenda and will coordinate with Republican lawmakers and conservative...
July 17, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - The Alabama Republican Party is proud to announce that Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley will serve as the keynote speaker for its 2025 Summer Dinner. The event will take place on Friday, August 1, 2025, at the Renaissance Montgomery at the Convention Center, located at 201 Tallapoosa Street, Montgomery, AL 36104. A reception will begin at 6:00 p.m., with the dinner to follow at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Whatley, re-elected earlier this year as the...
June 19, 2025 - There will be only two business days - Friday and Monday to qualify for the HD63 Special Election The Alabama Republican Party announces the opening of candidate qualifying for the special election in State House District 63. Qualifying will begin on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. CDT and will close on Monday, June 23, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CDT. Individuals interested in running for the Republican nomination may qualify online at www.algop.org or in person at ALGOP...
April 30, 2025 - Tuscaloosa, AL – Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl issued a statement today responding to opposition from Democrat leaders and left-wing activist groups regarding President Donald J. Trump's scheduled address at the University of Alabama's spring commencement ceremony on May 1, 2025. "It is unfortunate that some Democrats and liberal activist groups are attempting to turn a proud moment for Alabama into yet another political fight," Wahl said. "Donald Trump is the s...
March 26, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – The Alabama Republican Party is deeply disappointed by the shocking dismissal of the election contest in the Conecuh County Sheriff's race. This ruling, which fails to fully examine the evidence of election irregularities, is a disservice to the people of Alabama and threatens public trust in the integrity of our elections. On election night, the race was initially reported as a one-vote lead for the Democratic candidate Randy Brock. After provisional ballots w...
March 11, 2025 - HOOVER, AL - Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl announced his full support for President Donald J. Trump's proposed executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. This decisive action aligns with the Party's long-standing commitment to returning educational authority to state and local governments, ensuring that policies are tailored to the unique needs of individual communities. "The Alabama Republican Party fully supports President Trump's plan to...
March 2, 2025 - HOOVER, AL – John Wahl was re-elected as Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party for his third consecutive term. The vote, which took place during the party's annual Winter Meeting held in Hoover, highlights continued confidence in Wahl's leadership and the party's direction under his stewardship. "I am honored and humbled to have the support of our State Executive Committee in Alabama," said Wahl. "This re-election is a testament to the strength of our party and the hard work w...
February 28, 2025 - HOOVER, AL - The Alabama Republican Party announces the opening of candidate qualifying for the special election in State House District 11. Qualifying will begin on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at 8:30 a.m., and will close on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Individuals interested in running for the Republican nomination may qualify online at www.algop.org or in person at ALGOP Headquarters, located at 3505 Lorna Road, Hoover, AL 35216. House District 11, which covers port...
January 5, 2025 - HOOVER, AL - The Alabama Republican Party is thankful for Governor Kay Ivey's vision for Alabama, as outlined in her 2025 State of the State Address. Under her leadership, Alabama has achieved significant progress, especially in the area of education, where she has supported school choice, curriculum transparency, and banning the teaching of divisive concepts without parental consent. Chairman John Wahl commended the governor's dedication to improving Alabama's education...
January 7, 2025 - HOOVER, AL - The Alabama Republican Party is pleased to announce that State Representative Matt Woods (R-Walker County) will serve as the Party's nominee for the Special Election to fill the vacancy in Alabama Senate District 5. Representative Woods was the only candidate to qualify before qualifying closed today at 5:00 p.m. "We are excited to have Representative Matt Woods as our nominee for Senate District 5," said Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl. "He is a solid...
Alabama Republican Party Executive Director Reed Phillips will be departing the Party to pursue an exciting new opportunity. Phillips, who has been with ALGOP for nearly a decade, first served as Political Director before being promoted to Executive Director in 2020. During his tenure, Phillips played a pivotal role in growing the Party's influence across Alabama. Under his leadership, the Republican Party increased its share of partisan elected offices across the state from 54% to over 73%,...
With just two weeks remaining until the general election, the Alabama Republican Party today unveiled its Contract with Alabama. This contract serves as a clear roadmap, highlighting the Alabama GOP's commitment to strengthening our communities, supporting families, and advancing policies that put people first. The Republican Party remains committed to improving the quality of life for every Alabamian, especially families and individuals who need support the most. The contract highlights a...
