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February 9, 2021
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Dear Friends,
With all the hardship associated with the pandemic and riots, many people thought 2021 would have to be much better. Unfortunately, the riot at the United States Capitol on January 6th showed that this year may bring even more trouble and hardship. I certainly hope not.
January 6th was undoubtedly one of the darkest days I've experienced during my time in Congress, but I was appreciative of the many sympathetic messages I received.

February 8, 2021

For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Elizabeth Hance (202) 225-4921

Palmer on Passing of Rep. Ron Wright

Birmingham, AL – Congressman Ron Wright of Texas's Sixth District died Sunday night after a battle with lung cancer and a diagnosis with COVID-19. Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement:


February 8, 2021

For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Elizabeth Hance (202) 225-4921

Palmer on Senator Shelby's Retirement Announcement

Birmingham, AL – Upon Senator Richard Shelby's (R-AL) announcement that he will not seek reelection in 2022, Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement:


January 28, 2021

For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Elizabeth Hance (202) 225-4921

Palmer and Norman Introduce Bill to Ensure Accurate Abortion Reporting Data

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Gary Palmer (R-AL) and Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) have introduced the Ensuring Accurate & Complete Data Reporting Act. It seeks to improve the reporting of abortion data to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC).


January 14, 2021

For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Elizabeth Hance (202)-225-4921

Palmer To Serve on Energy and Commerce Committee for 117th Congress


January 13, 2021

For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Elizabeth Hance (202)-225-4921

Palmer Condemns Capitol Violence, But Against Article Of Impeachment

Washington, D.C. – The House of Representatives has unveiled an article of impeachment against President Donald Trump, for "inciting violence against the Government of the United States." Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement:


January 12, 2021

For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Elizabeth Hance (202)-225-4921

Palmer Against Resolution Calling on Vice President Pence to Invoke 25th Amendment


January 8, 2021

For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Elizabeth Hance (202)-225-4921

Palmer Mourns Loss of Capitol Police Officer

Washington, D.C. – Washington, D.C. – After suffering injuries during the protests at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick has died. Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06) released the following statement:


January 7, 2021

For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Elizabeth Hance (202)-225-4921

Palmer Condemns Violence at U.S. Capitol

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06) has released the following statement regarding the violent demonstrations of January 6 at the U.S. Capitol:


January 6, 2021

For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Elizabeth Hance (202)-225-4921

Palmer Announces Intent to Support Constitutional Elections

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06) released a statement with many of his colleagues announcing their intent to reject some electors, those where they believe a clear constitutional violation has occurred. Congressman Palmer issued the following statement: