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Greg Reed takes command of the Alabama Department of Workforce

Reed on Monday officially took command of the Alabama Department of Workforce as the agency’s first secretary.

Greg Reed is sworn is as Alabama's first secretary of workforce. Governor's Office/Flickr
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Former State Senator and Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Reed on Monday officially took command of the Alabama Department of Workforce as the agency’s first Secretary.

“Promoting Alabama’s economy and workforce has been a hallmark of my public service career,” said Secretary Greg Reed. “I could not be more excited about the new Department of Workforce, and I am honored to be its first Secretary. Our mission will be foundational to the future economic success of our state. It is imperative we collaborate with all sectors of Alabama’s economy, whether that be businesses, educational institutions, industries, or public entities to ensure Alabama is the best state in America to do business. Alabama is up for the task to continue being a national leader, and I am incredibly grateful to Governor Kay Ivey for allowing me to carry out her vision on this important issue.”

The Alabama Department of Workforce will fulfill the traditional elements of the Alabama Department of Labor and add a portion of the existing Alabama Department of Commerce.

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