2016-2017 Directory of American Politics

The Definitive Guide to Political Organizations and Resources in the United States

Arlander C. Brown

• Publisher: Carrel Books
• Year: 2016
• Print ISBN: 9781631440342
• eBook ISBN: 9781631440366
• Topic: Politics & International Relations
• Subtopic: Early American History
• Index: Politics & International Relations

The 2015–2016 edition of The Directory of American Politics is the most comprehensive listing of government and private political organizations yet published, with information on the offices of federal and state elected officials, interest groups, media outlets, Super PACs, and registered lobbyists—in short, an exhaustive listing of every significant organization and individual involved in the American political system.Each entry contains detailed contact information, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers. Also included are selected email and Internet addresses, websites, descriptions of committee assignments, senior staff by name and responsibility, a listing of sponsored legislation, and more. Entries are categorized by state, including those for congressional office holders, and are indexed alphabetically and by subject on topics ranging from voting records to campaign finance. Each person listed in the directory is also indexed alphabetically.

STATE ORGANIZATIONS

ALABAMA

BOARD OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTANCY

Description: The Board was established in its present form in 1973. A State Board of Public Accountancy with somewhat different composition and powers was created in 1919. The Board supervises the practice of public accountancy by Certified Public Accountants and Public Accountants in Alabama.

Contact:

D. Boyd Busby, CPA, Executive Director: [email protected]

Carol J. Preston, CPA, [email protected]

Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy

770 Washington Ave, Suite 226

Montgomery, AL 36104-3807

Mailing Address: Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy

P.O. Box 300375

Montgomery, AL 36130-0375

Phone: [phone]

In-State WATS: 1 [phone]

Fax: [phone]

OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL

Description: The primary duty of the Attorney General is to serve as legal counsel to Alabama’s state agencies, departments, and officers. Our office is prohibited by law from providing private citizens with legal advice, representation, or opinions (Code of Alabama, 1975, Title 36, Chapter 15). The Attorney General’s Office does not handle any domestic cases (example: child support, child custody, divorce, etc.) or probate matters (real estate, wills, property disputes, etc.).

Contact:

Consumer Protection Section

501 Washington Ave.

Montgomery, AL 36104

Phone: [phone]

Toll-Free: 1 [phone]

Website: http://www.ago.state.al.us/

STATE BANKING DEPARTMENT

Description: The State Banking Department is the state agency that charters, regulates, and examines banks, and trust companies chartered by the State of Alabama. The Department also has regulatory and licensing authority over lenders, mortgage brokers, payday lenders, and pawnshops conducting business in Alabama.

Contact:

The State Banking Department

401 Adams Ave.

Suite 680

Montgomery, AL 36104-4350

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 4600

Montgomery, AL 36103-4600

Phone: [phone]

Website: http://www.banking.alabama.gov/

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

Description: The Alabama Department of Finance is more than just dollars and cents. With thirteen divisions and more than five hundred employees, Finance claims a myriad of responsibilities. From formulating the Governor’s annual budgets to maintaining the grounds of the capitol complex in downtown Montgomery, the Alabama Department of Finance leaves its mark on state government. The state finance director, appointed by the Governor, leads the Department. He is the chief financial officer of the state and the Governor’s advisor in all financial matters. He is responsible for the oversight of each of the Department’s divisions, and is charged with protecting the financial interests of Alabama.

Contact:

Alabama State Capitol

600 Dexter Ave. – Suite N-105

Montgomery, AL 36130

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE—FINANCE ACCOUNTING DIVISION

Description: The Finance Accounting Division provides accounting services for the Department of Finance and its twelve divisions. Finance Accounting provides monthly financial statements for each division and is responsible for ensuring ethical and accurate accounting of taxpayer money in the Department of Finance.

Contact:

Director of Finance Accounting: Anna Williams, [phone], [email protected]

DIVISION OF DEBT MANAGEMENT

Description: The Division of Debt Management maintains the account for eight authorities.

Contact:

Alabama Department of Finance, Division of Debt Management

100 N. Union St.

Room 224

Montgomery, AL 36130-2617

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

Description: At press time, Robert Bentley is in his second term as Alabama’s chief executive. He continues to be committed to creating jobs for the people of Alabama. In 2010, he was elected the 53rd Governor of the state of Alabama on his promise to put Alabamians back to work. When Governor Bentley took office in 2011, the state’s unemployment rate was 9.3 percent. Governor Bentley promised the people of Alabama he would not accept a salary until the State reached full employment (5.2 percent unemployment). To date, Governor Bentley has never accepted a salary as Governor.

Contact:

Governor Robert Bentley

600 Dexter Ave.

Montgomery, AL 36130

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY

Description: The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) was created by Act 2013-67 and represents the consolidation and realignment of twelve state law enforcement agencies/functions into one entity. ALEA is responsible for the functions and missions of the Alabama Department of Homeland Security, Department of Public Safety, Alabama Bureau of Investigation, Fusion Center, Criminal Justice Information Center, Marine Police, Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Enforcement Division, Department of Revenue Enforcement, Forestry Commission Investigations, Agriculture and Industry Investigations, Public Service Commission Enforcement, and Office of Prosecution Services Computer Forensic Laboratories. The Mission of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is to efficiently provide quality service, protection, and safety for the State of Alabama through the utilization of consolidated law enforcement, investigative, and support services.

Contact:

State Bureau of Investigations

P.O. Box 1511

Montgomery, AL 36102-1511

ALEA General Information: [phone]

Highway Emergencies Using Cellular Phones *HP (*47)

Driver License: [phone] (Menu Option)

Drug “HELP” Line: 1 [phone]

Highway Emergencies Cellular: *47 (*HP)

Division Chief: [phone]

Major Crimes Special Agent in Charge: [phone]

Narcotics Special Agent in Charge: [phone]

Agricultural and Rural Crimes: (855) 75-CRIME (27463)

Alcohol Enforcement: [phone]

SBI Field Offices:

Andalusia: [phone]

Birmingham: [phone]

Dothan: [phone]

Evergreen: [phone]

Grove Hill: [phone]

Huntsville: [phone]

Jacksonville: [phone]

Mobile: [phone]

Montgomery: [phone]

Selma: [phone]

Sheffield: [phone]

Tuscaloosa: [phone]

H.E.L.P. and SBI Crime Tip Line: Help Eliminate Law-breaking Pushers: 1 [phone]

Internet Crimes Against Children: 1 [phone]

Center for Missing and Exploited Children: Amber Alert, Blue Alert, Missing Child Media Alert, Missing Senior Alert: 1 [phone]

MEDICAID AGENCY

Description: Medicaid is a state/federal program that pays for medical and long-term care services for low-income pregnant women, children, certain people on Medicare, individuals with disabilities, and nursing home residents. These individuals must meet certain income and other requirements.

Contact:

501 Dexter Ave.

Montgomery, AL 36104

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 5624

Montgomery, AL 36103-5624

Phone: [phone]

Website: http://medicaid.alabama.gov/

NATIONAL GUARD

Description: The Alabama National Guard answers the call, at home or abroad. The incredible versatility of the National Guard enables its troops to respond to domestic emergencies, combat missions, counterdrug efforts, reconstruction missions, and more—all with equal speed, strength, and efficiency.

Contact:

Major General Perry G. Smith

Website: http://www.NationalGuard.com

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Table of contents

• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Table of Contents
• State Organizations
• United States Government Agencies
• Issue-Specific Resources
• Senators and Representatives
• Organization Name Index
• Keyword Index
• Geographic Index