August 08, 2009

Governor Riley Calls Special Session Starting Monday

MONTGOMERY - Governor Bob Riley is calling lawmakers back for a special session of the Legislature starting Monday at 6 p.m. to deal with the financial crisis in Jefferson County. The Governor will issue the call, or agenda, for the special session on Monday.

Governor Riley today issued the following statement:

"This special session is necessary to develop a solution to Jefferson County’s financial crisis, one that threatens not only the future of Jefferson County but also the economic stability of our entire state. It’s in the best interest of all Alabamians for this special session to be a success, and I’m calling on legislators to return to Montgomery with an attitude of compromise so this problem can be solved."