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Major Tax Cut Passed, Local Politicians React

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (EETV)- After weeks of modifications and work, Congressional Republicans passed the highly anticipated tax reform measure today. The bill, the first major tax reform in 30 years, works to lower the corporate tax rate and helps to enhance deductions for millions of middle class Americans, especially those with children.


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Alabama Juvenile Task Force Seeks Legislative Changes

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (EETV) – The Alabama Juvenile Justice Task Force on Monday delivered a set of policy recommendations to Governor Kay Ivey and other state leaders aimed at protecting public safety, holding youthful offenders accountable, controlling costs, and improving outcomes for youth, families, and communities. The recommendations are expected to form the foundation for statutory and budgetary changes that will be considered in the 2018 legislative session. “At its first meeting, I asked the Task Force to examine our state’s data, gather input from Alabamians, and work together to develop a set of recommendations to make our communities safer and put youth back on the right track,” Governor Ivey said.


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ALEA To Increase Patrols During Holiday Season

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (EETV)- The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) will have a greater Christmas presence this holiday season by assigning all available Alabama State Troopers to patrol Alabama’s roadways and to bolster efforts to prevent traffic crashes, injuries and fatalities.


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Campus Safety Gives Tips To Stay Safe During the Break

AUBURN, Ala. (EETV)- Auburn University's Campus Safety and Security office is reminding students and staff members of tips to keep your belongings safe during the Christmas Holiday: On or Off Campus Do not change your voice mail message or post social media messages that you are out of town.


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Major U.S. Senate Race Today

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (EETV)- This week in politics, all eyes are on Alabama as voters head to the polls to decide who they want to represent them in the United States Senate.


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State Awards Grants To Help Low Income Families

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (EETV) – With the first real surge of winter weather in Alabama last week, Governor Kay Ivey is awarding $37.3 million in grants to ensure that many of Alabama’s neediest families are prepared for the cold weather. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program grants, issued to 21 community service agencies throughout the state, provide funds to help eligible low-income families with home-energy-related expenses.