Senator Chris Elliott:
Serving Baldwin County in the State House

“Having served in the legislature the past seven years, I have come to realize that state government is even more broken than I thought it was when I ran in 2018. I vowed then to fight for Baldwin County’s fair share, while serving on the Baldwin County Commission that what we send to Montgomery does not come back down to our communities. After fighting tooth and nail for our district the past few years in the Senate, it’s no secret that I’ve ruffled some feathers in Montgomery.

But I’m not here to apologize for it. I’m running for reelection to put Baldwin County first, fix our problems here at home and fight for what is right for our hardworking families. I ask you to stand strong with me as we push Montgomery to do what’s just. Baldwin County deserves the tools and resources we need to continue building safe, strong communities and growing jobs and opportunity for all. As your Senator, I pledge to continue fighting every day for just that.”

HOUSING & INFRASTRUCTURE

Workforce Housing Tax Credit (2024)

Senator Elliott co-sponsored legislation establishing a tax credit program to incentivize the development of affordable, multi-family housing for low-to-mid income workers. This initiative, administered by the Alabama Housing Finance Authority in collaboration with the Department of Commerce, aims to assist individuals earning up to 60% of the adjusted median income by offering non-refundable tax credits to developers who cap rent at a certain percentage of the local median income. Alabama Association of REALTORS
HOUSING & INFRASTRUCTURE

I-10 Toll Bridge Opposition

Elliott opposed the original toll scheme proposed by Governor Kay Ivey for the I-10 Mobile Bay Bridge project. He played a significant role in efforts to find a solution that preserves existing free routes, limits tolls, and prevents foreign ownership of Alabama’s infrastructure. Wikipedia
Government Oversight & Cultural Institutions

Archives & Library Board Restructuring (2024–2025)

In response to the Alabama Department of Archives and History hosting a lecture on LGBTQ+ history, Elliott sponsored legislation to restructure its Board of Trustees, transferring appointment powers to elected officials, including the governor and legislative leaders. He also introduced a bill allowing local governments to remove library board members they appointed. Alabama Political Reporter+6AP News+6Alabama Reflector+6
Government Oversight & Cultural Institutions

SB 5 (2025)

This bill, sponsored by Elliott, further restructured the Archives Board, increasing its membership and granting the governor the authority to appoint most members, aiming to enhance accountability to elected officials. Alabama Reflector
Public Safety & Law Enforcement

SB 157 (2023)

Elliott sponsored legislation allowing law enforcement officers to arrest parolees or probationers without a warrant if the officer has personal knowledge of a violation of parole or probation conditions. Alabama Reflector
Business & Regulatory Reform

COVID-19 Vaccine Exemptions (2021)

Elliott sponsored a bill requiring Alabama businesses to provide exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination mandates for employees citing religious or medical reasons. The legislation also prohibited employers from firing employees who submitted exemption forms. Montgomery Advertiser
Business & Regulatory Reform

Ride-Share Regulation (2023)

He introduced SB 232 to regulate peer-to-peer car-sharing programs, setting requirements for insurance, liability, and reporting, and establishing consumer protections regarding disclosure and safety recalls. Wikipedia+3Alabama Reflector+31819 News+3
Property Rights & Forestry

SB 107 (2021)

Elliott authored legislation limiting the authority of cities over private landowners outside their traditional jurisdictions, enabling landowners to manage their timber stands using sound silvicultural practices. This effort earned him the "Legislator of the Year" award from the Alabama Forestry Association. Wikipedia+2Alabama Political Reporter+2Yellowhammer News+2
Education Funding

School Funding Reform

Elliott secured increased funding for rapidly growing school districts, ensuring they receive approximately $12 million annually from Alabama's education budget. He also passed legislation to protect these funds from being encumbered with debt, resulting in an estimated savings of $162 million over 30 years. Wikipedia