CONTRIBUTED BY THE OFFICE OF SEN. RANDY PRICE
ALABAMA —
The Alabama Association of Regional Councils (AARC) announced recently that Sen. Randy Price has been selected to receive the 2023 AARC Senate Leadership Award and Representative Rex Reynolds has been selected to receive the 2023 AARC House Leadership Award.
“Sen. Randy Price is a strong advocate for Alabama Seniors and his support for Medicaid Waiver Program, Meals, and Prescription Drug Program has been invaluable to a vulnerable population,” said Dennis Stripling, executive director of West-AI Regional Commissions and AARC president. “Sen. Price is a member of the General Fund Budget committee, and we appreciate his support for all AARC programs.
“Representative Reynolds has displayed effective leadership as chairman of the House General Fund Budget by securing funds for the many services provided by AARC. His understanding of the added values that AARC contributes to the quality of life for Alabama citizens is appreciated. We recognize the difficult decisions he faces, and he always has an open door and willing to advance the causes of AARC.”
“It is an honor to receive this award and I will continue to be a leader advocating for AARC programs in the Alabama legislature,” Price said. “I look forward to continuing supporting AARC programs that have a positive economic impact on our communities.”
“Making sure AARC programs receive the funding and support they need across our state is vital,” Reynolds said. “AARC plays a huge role in our communities statewide providing services and programs that have an economic impact.”
The mission of the AARC is “to expand and strengthen the capabilities of Regional Councils to serve local governments and the citizens of Alabama.”