Governor Ivey Proclaims Will Roberts Day in Honor of His Bravery and Inspiration to be Strong, Keep Hope and Have Faith
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday issued a proclamation in honor of William “Will” Roberts, son of ALEA SBI Captain Jason Roberts and his wife Brittney. At just 15 years old, Will passed
Governor Ivey Highlights Alabama Success at Farnborough International Airshow
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced that Alabama’s strong showing in the Farnborough International Airshow last week resulted in two major industry announcements and more than 50
Governor Ivey Signs Executive Order Establishing Commission on Screen-Based Instruction
MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed Executive OrderNo. 745establishing the Governor’s Commission on Screen-Based Instruction to study the use, risks and benefits of screen-based
Governor Ivey Deploys Swiftwater Rescue Teams to Texas to Assist Amid Severe Flooding
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced she has deployed four Type III Swiftwater search-and-rescue teams to assist Texas with ongoing life-threatening flooding. “Alabamians always stand
Governor Ivey Continues Rebuilding Alabama with $3.6 Million in Road Grants
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced more than $3.6 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for 11 road projects across Alabama, highlighting her ongoing
Governor Ivey Taps Glenda Allred as New Tourism Director, Announces Lee Sentell’s Retirement
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the retirement of Lee Sentell, Alabama’s longest-serving Tourism Director. Governor Bob Riley originally appointed Sentell in 2003. “Since Lee
Governor Ivey Reminds Families to Stock Up on School Supplies During Alabama’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Monday encouraged Alabamians to prepare for the upcoming school year during Alabama’s annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, when certain school supplies and
Governor Ivey Marks America’s 250th Birthday with Fourth of July Message
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday released a video message for America’s 250thbirthday ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend. In her message, Governor Ivey reflects on the nation’s
Governor Ivey Pays Tribute to Alabama Manufacturers and Workers on National “Made in the USA” Day
MONTGOMERY— In observance of National “Made in the USA” Day on July 2, 2026, Governor Kay Ivey signed aproclamationhonoring Alabama’s manufacturing companies and workers for their stellar
Governor Ivey Announces Appointment of Jennifer Rudden Conway to Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the appointment of Jennifer Rudden Conway to serve on the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles. “Jennifer Conway possesses a deep knowledge of
Governor Ivey Announces Funding for CHOOSE Act Education Savings Accounts for 2026-2027 School Year
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced education savings accounts established by the state’s CHOOSE Act program are now fully funded and available for the 2026-2027 academic
Governor Ivey Announces New Federal Grant Eligibility Will Help Qualifying Alabamians Prepare for High-Demand Employment Opportunities
MONTGOMERY–– Governor Kay Ivey and Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed on Tuesday announced the launch of Alabama’s Workforce Pell approval process, an initiative designed to make
Governor Ivey Announces Alabama Participation in Great American State Fair
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced the state of Alabama’s participation in the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., in celebration of America’s
Governor Ivey Announces 64 New First Class Pre-K Classrooms for the 2026-27 School Year
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the addition of 64 new First Class Pre-K classrooms for the 2026-27 school year, continuing Alabama’s commitment to expanding access to
Governor Ivey Announces Eli Lilly, Space Command and Other State Economic Growth Help Earn Alabama a Silver Shovel Award
MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced that growth in Alabama’s defense presence and a major pharmaceutical facility announcement helped the state earn a 2026 Silver Shovel Award from the
Governor Ivey Announces Alabama STEM Council Executive Committee Appointments
MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey, in conjunction with Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed, has announced new appointments to the Alabama STEM Council. The appointees represent key
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