Rep. James Lomax

Maddy summaryHR 244 is a ceremonial resolution commending Ignite, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), for acquiring Reliant Technologies - a similar SDVOSB serving defense and space industries in Huntsville. The resolution highlights that the acquisition enhances Ignite’s capabilities in AI/ML, defense, and space solutions while preserving Reliant’s leadership and workforce. It does not create new laws or alter policies; it simply expresses the Alabama House’s formal praise for the business partnership. This is a symbolic gesture with no direct impact on legislation or affected constituents.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 243) congratulating the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) Women's Basketball Team for their historic 25-7 season record and appearance in the NCAA Division II South Region Championship. It specifically recognizes their 25 wins (including 18 conference victories), honors the players and coaching staff (Head Coach Allen Sharpe and assistants), and acknowledges community support. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies. The bill was introduced on April 15, 2025, with no further legislative action required.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HJR 63) designates February 25, 2025, as "Space Day" in Alabama. It recognizes the state's historical contributions to space exploration, including NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, Alabama-born astronauts, and partnerships with aerospace companies. The resolution has no legal effect or direct impact on residents, businesses, or policies - it is purely ceremonial. It serves to honor Alabama's role in space innovation and education.

Maddy summaryHR 165 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) Men's Basketball Team on their 32-2 record and historic 32-game winning streak during the 2024-2025 season, which included a South Region Championship Sweet Sixteen appearance. The resolution specifically acknowledges the players, head coach Mick Hedgepeth, and assistant coaches for their teamwork and excellence, expressing the Alabama House of Representatives' admiration for the team's achievements and community impact. As a purely symbolic gesture with no policy or funding changes, it serves only to honor the team's success.

Maddy summaryHB 364 clarifies Alabama's simplified sellers use tax (SSUT) law by excluding local delivery services from the definition of "marketplace facilitator." This means businesses like restaurants, grocery stores, and pharmacies using local delivery (e.g., via personal vehicles, bicycles, or couriers) are no longer required to collect and remit SSUT on their sales. Instead, these transactions remain subject to standard state and local sales taxes, which the Alabama Retail Seller must collect and remit directly. The bill ensures that local delivery services - distinct from online marketplaces - do not fall under the SSUT program, while preserving existing tax collection obligations for the businesses themselves.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the state Transportation Department to create a statewide plan for advanced aviation technologies like powered-lift aircraft and electric aviation. The department must appoint a liaison to manage this effort and work with public and private experts to help local governments develop consistent zoning rules for these new technologies. The legislation explicitly prohibits using existing state funds, such as those from the Public Road and Bridge Fund, to pay for the development or updating of this plan. Additionally, the bill requires the department to provide educational and technical resources to support uniform planning across the state.

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