Rep. Rhett Marques

Maddy summaryThis bill is a non-binding resolution that formally thanks Alabama's U.S. Senators, Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville, for their efforts to secure funding for improvements to the Chattahoochee River. It also urges the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to speed up permitting and dredging processes to allow for commercial shipping on the river. The measure aims to support local businesses by expanding a waterway that could serve as a cost-effective alternative to highway transport. Because it is a commendation rather than a law that changes funding or regulations, it does not directly affect the budget or create new legal requirements.

Maddy summaryHJR 92 is a resolution commending Dr. Bradley Heim for his decades of service as an obstetrician-gynecologist at the Enterprise Women's Center in Enterprise, Alabama. It honors his work providing comprehensive women's health care - including prenatal, obstetrical, and gynecological services - to rural communities in Southeast Alabama over more than 20 years. The resolution also acknowledges the center's impending closure in March 2026 due to persistent rural health care access challenges. As a non-binding commemorative resolution, it does not create policy changes but formally recognizes Dr. Heim's contributions and the broader struggles facing rural health care providers.

Maddy summaryHJR 87 is a ceremonial resolution commending John Mitchell, Jr. for his service to Alabama's retail automotive industry. It recognizes his roles as Executive Manager at Mitchell Nissan, his leadership as Chair of the Automobile Dealers Association of Alabama (2018), and his service as Alabama's Director on the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Board (2020-2026), including chairing the 2025 NADA Show during a severe weather event. The resolution has no policy provisions or financial impact - it solely offers formal legislative recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HJR 86) commending Tobin "Toby" Roth for his installation as International President of Theta Chi Fraternity. It formally recognizes his lifelong service to the fraternity, including prior leadership roles and his recent appointment. The resolution has no policy impact or effect on laws or constituents; it is purely a symbolic expression of legislative appreciation. The bill passed unanimously with a voice vote in the Alabama House.

Maddy summaryHB 181 requires entities dredging over 1 million cubic yards of material annually in Alabama's coastal areas to use at least 70% of that dredged material for "beneficial use," such as restoring habitats, creating recreational areas, or industrial applications. It explicitly excludes simply dumping material into public waters unless part of shoreline restoration or marsh creation projects. Exceptions include situations where federal funds are available for beneficial use or during a state emergency declared by the Governor. The law, set to take effect October 1, 2026, applies only to large-scale coastal dredging operations.

Maddy summaryHB 298 extends the expiration date of Alabama's Underground Damage Prevention Program from January 1, 2027, to January 1, 2036. This program administers the One-Call Notification System, requiring utility companies to notify before excavation to prevent damage to underground lines. It directly affects utility operators (including those with pipelines or electrical facilities) who must participate in the system to avoid liability for excavation-related damage. The bill does not change the program's operational requirements but ensures its continued operation to protect public safety and prevent service disruptions.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 354 commends Tobin "Toby" Roth for his installation as the International President of Theta Chi Fraternity. It acknowledges his long-standing dedication and leadership within the fraternity.

Maddy summaryHR 359 is a resolution from the Alabama House of Representatives formally recognizing and commending John Mitchell Jr. for his outstanding contributions and leadership in the retail automotive business in Alabama and nationally. It highlights his service to Mitchell Nissan, the Automobile Dealers Association of Alabama, and the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA).

Maddy summaryHJR 348 is a commemorative resolution that commends Tobin "Toby" Roth. It congratulates him on his installation as the International President of Theta Chi Fraternity, recognizing his lifelong dedication and leadership within the organization.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 282 prohibits state and local government agencies from entering into contracts with "media monitoring organizations." These organizations are defined as companies that rate or rank news sources based on factual accuracy, misinformation, bias, or journalistic standards. The bill also prevents agencies from contracting with advertising or marketing firms that utilize the services of such media monitoring organizations. Furthermore, agencies must require companies seeking advertising or marketing contracts to certify their compliance with these prohibitions, which take effect on October 1, 2025.