Governor Ivey Announces 130 New Jobs as Vulcaflex Selects Auburn for U.S. Expansion
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced that Vulcaflex S.p.A, an Italian manufacturer of synthetic leathers used in the automotive industry, is opening its first U.S. facility in
Governor Ivey Announces Public Service Commission Appointments
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced she is appointing Ron Burgess, Fred Johnson, Demarcus Joiner and Quinton Ross to the Public Service Commission. During the last Regular Session,
Governor Ivey Encourages Alabamians to Head to the Polls for June 16 Primary Runoff Election
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Monday encouraged Alabamians to vote in the upcoming June 16 Primary Runoff Election. “Good government begins with an engaged citizenry. And every Alabama citizen
Governor Ivey Announces $87 Million in RESTORE Act Funding for Projects in Coastal Alabama
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey announced on Thursday that the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council approved more than $403 million in funding decisions for restoration efforts spanning the Gulf
Governor Ivey Encourages Alabama Families to Open a Trump Account
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey is encouraging Alabama families to participate inTrump Accountsto help their children build long-term financial security. Launching on July 4, 2026, Trump Accounts are
Governor Ivey Announces Appointments Including Mobile County District and Circuit Judgeships
MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced appointments to fill 15 vacancies across the state, including district and circuit court judgeships in Mobile County. Mobile County District Judge
Governor Ivey Invites Alabamians to Cast a Line on Free Fishing Day
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced that on Saturday, June 13, 2026, Alabamians and out-of-state visitors alike will have the opportunity to fish for free in most public waters,
Governor Ivey Approves Request for Alabama National Guard to Support America 250 Events in Nation’s Capital
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced she approved a request for the Alabama National Guard to support operations surrounding the America 250 events in Washington, D.C. “One month from
Governor Ivey Proclaims June as Strong Families Month in Alabama
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Friday signed aproclamationofficially declaring June 2026 as Strong Families Month in the state of Alabama. This proclamation highlights the importance of strong
Governor Ivey Celebrates Another Court Victory in State’s Redistricting Battle, Calls Special Primary Election for Alabama-Drawn State Senate Map
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Friday celebrated the 11thCircuit Court of Appeals’ decision to allow for the use of the 2021 Alabama-drawn State Senate map. “Alabama continues winning fair and
Governor Ivey Encourages Alabama Small Businesses to Pitch Big for America 250
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday is encouraging eligible Alabama small businesses and entrepreneurs to submit a pitch for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s national “Freedom 250”
Governor Ivey Releases Memorial Day Message Honoring America’s Fallen Heroes, Calls on Alabamians to Remember the Cost of Freedom
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Friday released a video message for Memorial Day ahead of the holiday weekend, honoring America’s fallen service members and calling on Alabamians to live worthy of
Governor Ivey Introduces a CHOOSE Act Family: Meet the Bell Family
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Friday introduced the Bells, an Alabama family utilizing the CHOOSE Act, the governor’s education savings account program. Parents Cameron and Tara Bell have four
Governor Ivey Advances Infrastructure Statewide with $7.6 Million in Rebuild Alabama Grants
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced more than $7.6 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for 26 road projects across Alabama, highlighting her ongoing
Governor Ivey Releases National Day of Prayer Video Message Ahead of 75th Observance
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday released a video message in recognition of the 75thNational Day of Prayer, which will be observed Thursday, May 7, 2026, across Alabama and the nation. In
Governor Ivey Receives Update on MACS Efforts, Remains Committed to Fighting Crime in Montgomery
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey this week met with Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Secretary Hal Taylor, State Bureau of Investigation Director Christopher Inabinett, Assistant Special Agent in Charge
Governor Ivey Announces Retirement of Alabama Department of Corrections Commissioner John Hamm, Taps Corrections & Law Enforcement Veteran Greg Lovelace to Take Helm
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced the retirement of Alabama Department of Corrections Commissioner John Hamm, following his successful and transformative tenure. The governor also
Governor Ivey Introduces a CHOOSE Act Family: Meet the Harrison Family
GREENSBORO –Governor Kay Ivey on Friday introduced the Harrisons, an Alabama family utilizing the CHOOSE Act, the governor’s education savings account program. Parents Autumn and Eric Harrison have
Governor Ivey Celebrates Alabama First Class Pre-K’s 20 Years as a National Leader in Quality
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education on Wednesday announced that Alabama’s First-Class Pre-K program has once again been recognized in the latest
Governor Ivey Announces Revenue Commissioner Vernon Barnett to Retire from State Government, Mary Martin Mitchell to Serve as Next Commissioner
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced Alabama Department of Revenue Commissioner Vernon Barnett will retire from state service at the end of the month. The governor has selected Mary
Governor Ivey Signs Bills to Enhance Benefits for Alabama Military Members, Veterans and Their Families
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey has signed into law legislation passed this session to expand benefits for Alabama Guard personnel, veterans and their families. These new laws will improve education
Governor Ivey Signs Bill to Provide Tax Relief to Hardworking Alabamians
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed House Bill 527 into law. The legislation, sponsored by Rep. James Lomax and Sen. Arthur Orr, provides an income tax deduction for qualified overtime
Governor Ivey Signs Bills to Enhance Alabamians’ Health and Healthcare Delivery
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey has signed several bills into law this session to improve the availability and delivery of healthcare services for all Alabamians. She also signed a bill to encourage
Governor Ivey Signs the “Let the Kids Play!” Act to Protect CHOOSE Act Student-Athletes
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed Senate Bill 342, the Let the Kids Play Act, into law, legislation designed to reinforce existing state law and prevent discrimination against students
Governor Ivey Signs Alabama Work Zone Safety Act
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed Senate Bill 341, the Alabama Work Zone Safety Act. This comes just ahead ofNational Work Zone Awareness Week. The Alabama Work Safety Act, sponsored by
Governor Ivey Signs Audit Law to Uphold Alabama’s Nation-Leading, Free and Secure Elections
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Monday signed into law House Bill 95, the Alabama Post-Election Audit Act, a measure designed to strengthen voter confidence and ensure the accuracy and reliability
Governor Ivey Announces 14 Appointments, Including Marion County District Judge
MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced the appointment of 14 individuals to various positions across the state including John Hunter Fikes as District Judge in the 25thJudicial Circuit in
Governor Ivey Marks Historic Nine Years in Office
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Friday marked nine years since being sworn in as the 54thGovernor of the State of Alabama. The governor’s historic tenure includes major achievements. Under Governor
Governor Ivey Signs into Law Stronger Penalties for Terrorist Threats in Schools and Other Public Spaces
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey has signed into law House Bill 7, which strengthens criminal penalties for those who make terroristic threats in schools and other public spaces. “If Alabama is to
Governor Ivey Continues Fostering a Safe Alabama, Signs Additional Public Safety Measures into Law
MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed House Bill 98 to establish a scholarship program for the dependents of law enforcement officers. She also signed Senate Bill 233 into law, increasing
Governor Ivey Announces Record CHOOSE Act Applications for 2026–27 School Year
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced that Alabama’s education savings account program — the CHOOSE Act — had a record number of applicants in its second year. The application
Governor Ivey Announces Alabama Joining A Home for Every Child Initiative, Strengthening State’s Commitment to Children and Families
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday, joined by the Administration for Children & Families Assistant Secretary Alex J. Adams and Alabama Department of Human Resources Commissioner Nancy
Governor Ivey Signs Sarah Marsh Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act into Law
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed House Bill 381, the Sarah Marsh Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act, reinforcing her commitment to ensuring the safety and preparedness of Alabama’s summer
Governor Ivey Shares Easter Message, Reminds Alabamians “Hope Has Risen”
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey today, on Good Friday, shared a special Easter message to the people of Alabama, reflecting on the hope, renewal and promise of this sacred season. Delivered from the
Governor Ivey Announces U.S. Space Force Flag Flying High Across Alabama
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced that the United States Space Force flag will be flown at all Alabama rest areas and welcome centers from December 17 through December 23, 2025,
Governor Ivey Signs Executive Order Establishing Alabama Rural Health Transformation Advisory Group
MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signedExecutive Order No. 741to establish the Alabama Rural Health Transformation Advisory Group. The Advisory Group will advise the governor on the
Governor Ivey Announces Alabama Secures More Than $203 Million for Rural Health Transformation Program
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced Alabama has officially received its award number from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for the federal Rural Health Transformation
Governor Ivey to Deliver State of the State Address on January 13
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey today announced she will deliver her ninth state of the state address to the Alabama Legislature and her fellow Alabamians on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Camellia Named for Governor Ivey on Alabama “Camellia Day”
MONTGOMERY– A delegation from Alabama’s “Camellia City,” Greenville, has announced that a new variety of Alabama’s State Flower, theCamellia japonica L., has been officially named for Governor Kay
Governor Ivey Announces Special Guests for State of the State Address
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced the special guests who will be recognized during her final state of the state address on Tuesday evening at the Alabama State Capitol. “These
Governor Ivey Supports Prompt Passage of Child Predator Death Penalty Act
MONTGOMERY –As lawmakers begin the new legislative session this week, Governor Kay Ivey is calling for the swift passage of the Child Predator Death Penalty Act to prioritize the safety of Alabama’s
Governor Ivey Launches Statewide Flood Notification System; Encourages Legislature to Fund Long-Term
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey kicked off the 2026 Regular Session Tuesday evening by delivering her ninth state of the state address, and in it, announcing she is launching a statewide flood
Governor Ivey Signs Executive Order Confirming Alabama’s Participation in Federal Education Freedom Tax Credit Program
MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey on Friday signedExecutive Order No. 742,expanding school choice in the state of Alabama even further by participating in the newly-created Federal Education Freedom Tax
Governor Ivey Announces Record-Breaking Year for Alabama Economic Development
MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced the release of the 2025 New & Expanding Industry Announcements Report, marking a record year for economic development growth in communities across
Governor Ivey Makes Push to Create Pathway for More Veterans to Teach in Alabama Classrooms
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday continued her push to create a pathway for more veterans to teach in Alabama classrooms. Sen. Matt Woods and Rep. Rick Rehm officially filed Senate Bill 149,
Governor Ivey Adds Even More Rebuild Alabama Projects, Announces ATRIP-II Awards for 2026
MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Transportation on Wednesday announced that more than $40 million in state transportation funding is being awarded to cities and counties
Governor Ivey Announces $3.8 Million Grant to Further Strengthen Early Childhood Education System in Alabama
MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education has been awarded a $3.8 million federal Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five from
Governor Ivey Issues State of Emergency for 19 Northern Counties Ahead of Wintery & Icy Forecast
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed a proclamation issuing a state of emergency for 19 northern counties ahead of the anticipated wintery and icy forecast for the state. “In Alabama, we
Governor Ivey Invites Students to Apply for 2026 Summer Internship Program
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that the application period for the Governor’s Office Summer Internship Program is now open. This nine-week program offers college students a unique
Governor Ivey Announces Appointments Including Three Judgeships and County Commissioner
MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced appointments to fill 22 vacancies across the state including three judgeships and a county commission seat. Houston County District Judge Bart M.