Governor Analysis | Gov. Kay Ivey’s State of the State address: Alabama’s future, on her terms Ivey emphasized economic growth, school choice, and public safety, highlighting Alabama’s resilience while reinforcing a vision for long-term success. Bill Britt4 hours ago
Governor Ivey holds ceremonial signing for lifetime pistol permit bill The legislation also streamlines the permitting process so it is handled in the same manner in each of the 67 counties. Brandon MoseleyJune 29, 2021
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey signs Sexual Assault Survivors’ Bill of Rights into law The Sexual Assault Survivors Bill of Rights establishes critical protections for sexual assault survivors. Eddie BurkhalterJune 25, 2021
Governor Governor awards $2.9 million for Weatherization projects in Alabama The program assists eligible recipients through projects that make their homes cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. StaffJune 18, 2021
Governor Alabama ABLE savings account holders receive tax deduction Gov. Kay Ivey signed Alabama Act 2021-514 to establish this incentive to aid the disability community in their savings journey. StaffJune 18, 2021
Governor Governor to host ceremonial bill signing for medical marijuana bill, other legislation Gov. Kay Ivey will host a ceremonial bill signing event in Montgomery for a number of bills passed during the 2021 Legislative Session. Brandon MoseleyJune 17, 2021
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey talks prisons, gaming and end to unemployment aid Gov. Kay Ivey warned that if left unaddressed, the U.S. Department of Justice will take over Alabama's prisons. Eddie BurkhalterJune 16, 2021
Governor Ivey meets with legislative leaders on prison situation June 1 had been the deadline to conclude contracts with private prison developers on building three new prisons. Brandon MoseleyJune 10, 2021
Governor Governor awards COVID-19 community development block grants Ivey awarded $500,000 each to the city of Opelika and Russell County and $300,000 each to Marengo, Monroe and Pickens counties. StaffJune 9, 2021
Governor Gov. Ivey awards COVID-19 relief funds to North Alabama counties Ivey will announce additional grants to other Alabama cities and counties as applications are processed. Brandon MoseleyJune 7, 2021
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey makes string of appointments The governor's office announced that Gov. Kay Ivey has made a number of appointments. Brandon MoseleyJune 4, 2021