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MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced the awarding of 34 grants totaling nearly $55 million to healthcare providers and institutions throughout the state as part of the second round of

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced Alabama is entering the competition to become the home of the proposed United States Space Academy, putting forward Huntsville as the state’s

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced Alabama has again been named among the nation’s top 10 states for doing business by Area Development magazine, continuing a streak of high

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency are urging parents, young people and consumers to be aware of the potential dangers associated with kratom and products that may

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced that more than $3.8 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for 13 road projects across Alabama, highlighting her ongoing

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced that she has formally authorized the start of construction on the major Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project, paving the way for the project’s

MONTGOMERY— Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced the opening of the first segment of the new Birmingham Northern Beltline. The Alabama Department of Transportation officially opened the new

MONTGOMERY— Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced the ‘Alabama STEM Council Seal of Approval,’ a new initiative recognizing high-quality STEM programs and events across the state. The initiative is

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced her Department of Finance Director Bill Poole will depart at the end of the week after 16 years of state service. The governor is also excited to

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey directed the state's law enforcement agency to halt enforcement on dyed diesel fuel for 120 days to aid agricultural and timber industries hit by rising fuel prices. Dyed

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced her Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Commissioner Chris Blankenship will retire from state service at the end of the month. The

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced that Lawson State Community College’s Lineworker Training Program has become the first program in Alabama to receive state approval through the

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday released a video message commemorating the 25thanniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and honoring the nearly 3,000 innocent Americans

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey today released a video message honoring the hardworking men and women whose dedication strengthens Alabama and drives America forward. Clickhereor the above image

BIRMINGHAM –Governor Kay Ivey on Friday introduced the Moores, an Alabama family utilizing the CHOOSE Act, the governor’s education savings account program. Crystal French-Moore and Johnnie Moore

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday applauded the Trump Administration for launching a sweeping federal initiative to combat fraud and illegal activity in the commercial trucking industry,

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday joined Alabamians and people across the country in mourning the passing of Dolly Parton, whose extraordinary life and legacy touched generations through her

MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced the activation of a statewide notification system to more quickly alert the public in the event of floods and other disasters. The action follows

MONTGOMERY– Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced the awarding of 138 grants worth a total of more than $144 million to healthcare providers and institutions throughout the state as part of the

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced more than $52 million for 21 projects in Coastal Alabama supported by funds from the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006. These projects

MONTGOMERY— Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced that Italian aluminum die casting company 2A USA is again expanding its Auburn manufacturing facility with a $32 million investment. The Tier I

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Monday encouraged Alabamians in the state’s 1st, 2nd, 6thand 7thcongressional districts to vote in the upcoming Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Special Congressional

MONTGOMERY –Governor Kay Ivey on Friday released a video message welcoming Alabama students back to school and encouraging them to embrace the opportunities a new academic year brings. In her

PHENIX CITY –Governor Kay Ivey on Friday introduced the Yearbys, an Alabama family utilizing the CHOOSE Act, the governor’s education savings account program. Parents John and Cecily Yearby have

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,

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

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

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

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

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,

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

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

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