Garlan Gudger | |
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President pro tempore of the Alabama Senate | |
Designate | |
Assuming office February 5, 2025 | |
Succeeding | Greg Reed |
Member of the Alabama Senate from the 4th district | |
Assumed office November 7,2018 | |
Preceded by | Paul Bussman |
Personal details | |
Born | 1974or1975(age 49–50) |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Heather |
Children | 2 |
Education | Samford University Auburn University (BS) |
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