Rep. Ed Oliver

Maddy summaryHB 531 would exempt contractors working on public highway, road, or bridge construction projects from paying state taxes on natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) used during construction. Specifically, it removes utility gross receipts tax, utility service use tax, and state sales and use tax on these fuels for licensed contractors or subcontractors under government contracts. Counties and municipalities may also adopt similar local tax exemptions for the same purpose. The bill, set to take effect on September 1, 2026, applies only to projects funded by governmental entities as defined in Alabama law.

Maddy summaryHB 400 prohibits insurance companies from allowing ambulance providers to bill patients for the difference between the insurance payment and the provider's charge (balance billing) for covered emergency ambulance services. It sets minimum reimbursement rates: 200% of Medicare's ambulance fee schedule for in-network providers (covering transport and "treat in place" services) and 180% for out-of-network providers, effective 2026-2027. Payment at these rates is defined as "payment in full," meaning providers cannot seek additional payment from patients beyond their standard cost-sharing amounts (like deductibles). This directly affects ambulance providers (both in-network and out-of-network) and patients receiving emergency ambulance care in Alabama.

Maddy summaryHB 358 requires agents of hostile foreign principals (from designated countries like North Korea, Iran, China, and Russia) and foreign-supported political organizations engaging in political activity within Alabama to register with the Secretary of State. Registrants must disclose detailed information including funding sources, business operations, ownership, and specific political activities they perform. The bill establishes civil penalties for non-compliance, with appeals allowed to the State Ethics Commission. This directly affects foreign entities or individuals operating in Alabama’s political sphere on behalf of designated hostile governments or organizations.

Maddy summaryHR 166 is a resolution encouraging the Alabama Medicaid Agency to evaluate the costs and potential savings of covering GLP-1 medications (used for weight management) for eligible residents. It directs the Agency to assess actual program savings, consider new federal drug pricing models, discuss outcomes with providers, and report findings to the legislature before the 2027 session. The resolution specifically targets the Agency’s analysis of coverage for an estimated 110,000 Alabama Medicaid members who may qualify under current FDA guidelines. It does not change coverage rules but requires a formal cost-benefit review to inform future decisions.

Maddy summaryHJR 64 is a ceremonial resolution commending Anita Haggerty for her 34-year service as Tallapoosa County 911 Director, recognizing her role in establishing the county's 911 system in 1994 and implementing key improvements like E911 and GIS technology. The resolution expresses legislative gratitude for her leadership, training of dispatchers, and contributions to emergency response safety. It does not create new laws or affect policy; it is purely a formal expression of appreciation for her retirement from the full-time director role (while noting she will continue part-time).

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HJR 43) proposes naming a bridge on Alabama Highway 63 over Sugar Creek in Alexander City as the "Dr. Larry Tuggle Memorial Bridge." It honors Dr. Larry Tuggle, a local engineer, Marine Corps veteran, and long-time community volunteer who died in 2021, recognizing his service to Alexander City through organizations like Habitat for Humanity and the volunteer fire department. The resolution encourages the Alabama Department of Transportation to coordinate with local officials to name the bridge and install appropriate signage, though it does not mandate the change. This is a commemorative gesture, not a policy or funding measure.

Maddy summaryHB 443 establishes Alabama's process for appointing commissioners to represent the state at a potential national Article V Convention, which could propose U.S. constitutional amendments. It requires the Legislature to appoint three commissioners and three alternates via joint resolution, with strict qualifications (e.g., Alabama residency for five years, no federal lobbying/employment). Commissioners must follow specific instructions limiting their authority to amendments related to Alabama's 2015 application, cannot support altering states' voting rules or individual rights guarantees, and are paid at prorated legislative rates. The bill also creates recall procedures for misconduct and criminal penalties for exceeding authorized duties.

Maddy summaryHB 276 allows certified registered nurse practitioners (CRNPs) and certified nurse midwives (CNMs) to endorse physical examination forms for K-12 student athletes, treating these endorsements as equivalent to physician signatures. It requires public schools to only join athletic associations that accept such CRNP/CNM endorsements, prohibiting membership in associations that refuse to accept them. The law applies specifically to physicals verifying student eligibility for school athletic participation and takes effect October 1, 2026. This change directly affects K-12 schools, athletic associations, and healthcare providers who conduct these physicals.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 61), not a policy bill. It formally commends Anita Haggerty for her 34-year career as Tallapoosa County 911 Director, including her role in establishing the county's 911 system from 1991, implementing E911 and GIS technology, and training dispatchers. The resolution honors her service and acknowledges her continued part-time work with the agency after retirement. It directly affects no legislation or constituents, serving solely as a gesture of recognition from the Alabama House of Representatives.

Maddy summaryHB 115 replaces Alabama's existing rural physician tax credit with a new program. It ends the current $5,000 annual credit (set to expire in 2028) by moving the termination date to December 31, 2026, while allowing physicians who used the old credit for fewer than five years to continue claiming it under the new rules through 2026. The new credit provides $10,000 annually for up to four years (for tax years 2027-2031) to physicians practicing in defined rural communities (populations under 75,000, including small municipalities or unincorporated areas). Physicians must apply through the Alabama Statewide Area Health Education Center Program Office, which verifies eligibility and issues certification before claiming the credit.