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HFD receives $176,191 grant for emergency vehicle

September 1, 2015

By: Graham Brooks, Shelby County Reporter

HFD receives $176,191 grant for emergency vehicle

HELENA–The Helena Fire Department has learned that it will be the new recipient of a much needed new emergency medical/operations vehicle through a grant received from the Department of Homeland Security. Congressman Gary Palmer announced on Aug. 31 that the Helena Fire Department received an Assistance to Firefighters grant for $176,191. The department’s application competed against thousands through a peer review process for a portion of federal funding.

Rep. Gary Palmer visits Vestavia Hills

August 31, 2015

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By: Erica Techo

Rep. Gary Palmer visits Vestavia Hills

Rep. Gary Palmer held a town hall meeting at Vestavia Hills City Hall on Monday night. “He has taken on the tough issues out there, and he hasn’t backed down, and that’s one of the things I think I like about him – he stands his ground,” said Mayor Alberto Zaragoza.

Issues:Energy and the EnvironmentSpending Cuts and Debt

Rep. Gary Palmer holds town hall in Vestavia Hills

August 31, 2015

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By: Edward Burch, ABC 33/40

Rep. Gary Palmer holds town hall in Vestavia Hills

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VESTAVIA HILLS - AL -

Tonight, Alabama voters in the sixth district got a chance to meet their Congressman.

Gary Palmer made a stop in Vestavia Hills tonight. Palmer is hosting a series of town hall meetings within his district. These meetings allowed the public to ask questions, and get Palmer's opinions on issues facing America.

Palmer slams Iran deal at Vestavia Hills town hall

August 31, 2015

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By: Howard Koplowitz, AL.com

Palmer slams Iran deal at Vestavia Hills town hall

U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer, R-Hoover, strongly criticized the pending nuclear deal with Iran during a town hall meeting Monday night at Vestavia Hills City Hall. The agreement was the most asked about topic during the meeting along with frustration over Republican congressional leaders.

Hackleburg High School reopens 4 years after tornado

August 30, 2015

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By: Chase Erwin, WAFF 48

Hackleburg High School reopens 4 years after tornado

HACKLEBURG, AL (WAFF) - Four years of attending class in portable buildings have come to an end for students in Marion County. Congressmen Gary Palmer and Robert Aderholt were in attendance Sunday for the dedication of the brand-new Hackleburg High School.

Happy Warrior: A little-known Alabamian is conservatives’ secret weapon in DC

August 27, 2015

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By: Elizabeth Beshears, Yellowhammer News

Happy Warrior: A little-known Alabamian is conservatives’ secret weapon in DC

For the past 15 years, a little-known Alabamian has been a secret weapon for some of Congress's most conservative lawmakers. He calls himself a "Happy Warrior," who is a level 15 conservative on scale of 1-10. And he has a famous name, though he's never been confused with a movie star while walking around Capitol Hill.

His name is William Smith. And at first blush, his life probably sounds pretty familiar to many people from the South.

"I center my life around 3 things: faith, family, and football," Smith explained while sitting in Yellowhammer's downtown Birmingham offices.

August Recess: What your Member of Congress has been up to

August 27, 2015

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By: Elizabeth Lauten, Alabama Today

August Recess: What your Member of Congress has been up to

It’s August, and that means the Alabama Delegation has been back home in the Yellowhammer state forAugust Recess, and will pick up business in Washington, D.C. after Labor Day. But don’t let the name fool you, the “recess” is designed to give members of Congress an opportunity to reconnect with the constituents they represent.

This major blow to Obama’s environmental agenda is a huge win for Alabama farmers

August 27, 2015

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By: Elizabeth Beshears, Yellowhammer News

This major blow to Obama’s environmental agenda is a huge win for Alabama farme…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — U.S. District Judge Ralph Erickson of North Dakota issued a temporary injunction against the controversial “Waters of the United States” rule Thursday which would have given the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unprecedented authority over irrigation, puddles, and ditches.

Issues:Energy and the Environment

Palmer Announces Opposition to EPA Methane Rules

August 26, 2015

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By: Brandon Mosley, Alabama Political Reporter

Palmer Announces Opposition to EPA Methane Rules

Friday, August 21 U.S. Representative Gary Palmer (R from Hoover) announced in a statement that he strongly opposes the EPA’s newly proposed rule on methane emissions that will apply to new or modified oil or natural gas sources. Palmer warned that the effect of the strict new rules will be to discourage the development of America’s vast untapped energy reserves and to increase the cost of energy. Rep. Palmer cited a study conducted by the University of Texas in coordination with the Environmental Defense Fund, Palmer noted that methane admissions represented approximately 0.38 percent of the total natural gas withdrawal and production in 2012.

Issues:Energy and the Environment

Palmer in Pelham: Congressman meets with first responders in Pelham

August 24, 2015

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By: Jessa Pease, Shelby County Reporter

Palmer in Pelham: Congressman meets with first responders in Pelham

Congressman Gary Palmer had lunch with some of Pelham’s first responders at Louie’s Fine Foods on Aug. 21. Palmer addressed concerns with the Iran deal, the EPA, healthcare, Planned Parenthood and more, giving attendees an update on Washington.

Issues:Energy and the Environment