Governor Gov. Ivey awards grant to fund job training for inmates Governor Kay Ivey awarded a $75,000 grant to support career technical education aimed at helping formerly incarcerated Alabamians rejoin the workforce. Staff2 hours ago
Governor Juneteenth designated as state holiday for fourth year Although not legally considered an official state holiday, state employees will observe Juneteenth this year. Mary Claire WootenMay 21, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey signs bill establishing School of Healthcare Sciences The new residential high school will be built in Demopolis and will open in the fall of 2026. Jacob HolmesMay 15, 2024
Governor Cover Alabama calls on Gov. Ivey to close healthcare gap The nonpartisan group continues to advocate for statewide healthcare in a letter this week. Mary Claire WootenMay 15, 2024
Governor AFL-CIO criticizes governor for signing bill restricting voluntary recognition of unions The Alabama AFL-CIO criticized Gov. Kay Ivey’s decision to sign SB231 and effectively ban voluntary recognition of labor unions. Chance PhillipsMay 15, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey announces key appointments across state boards and commissions Gov. Kay Ivey filled several key positions across various boards and commissions in the state. StaffMay 14, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey releases video for National Day of Prayer Gov. Kay Ivey emphasized the profound strength and guidance derived from faith. StaffMay 2, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey celebrates Alabama’s exporting success Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday honored five Alabama companies for their accomplishments in selling products in markets around the world. StaffMay 2, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey signs bill making Alabama’s anti-human trafficking law toughest in the nation The new law raises the penalty for first-degree human trafficking. StaffApril 18, 2024
Governor Southern governors denounce UAW unionization campaign "We want to keep good paying jobs and continue to grow the American auto manufacturing sector here," the governors said. StaffApril 17, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey announces Two Rivers Lumber plans $115 million sawmill project The project is expected to create 130 jobs in Coosa County. StaffApril 12, 2024