Governor Gov. Ivey signs grocery tax reduction into law The reduction comes after decades of attempts to reduce or eliminate the grocery tax. Patrick DarringtonJune 16, 2023
Education Governor appoints four to Alabama Community College System board The newest members of the Board of Trustees were sworn in as the system celebrates its 60th year. StaffJune 15, 2023
Legislature Distracted drivers will soon run afoul of state law The offense is a secondary violation, meaning a driver must be stopped for another reason. Jacob HolmesJune 14, 2023
Education Governor signs HB342, expanding alternative certification pathways for teachers The legislation aims to help address the ongoing teacher shortage in Alabama. StaffJune 13, 2023
Governor Ivey signs legislation providing more support for Alabama ports The legislation provides tax incentives for businesses aimed at enticing their utilization of Alabama ports. Patrick DarringtonJune 12, 2023
Governor Local agencies receive $8.5 million in grants to weatherize homes The agencies will assist low-income and elderly residents with weatherizing their homes to lower energy costs. StaffJune 12, 2023
Governor Governor signs House Bill 77 to lower sales tax burden HB77 increases the threshold for submitting estimated monthly sales tax payments. StaffJune 12, 2023
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey signs school choice, overtime tax cut bills The governor has signed HB217, SB263 and HB363. StaffJune 9, 2023
Governor Ivey makes large batch of appointments Wednesday Appointees include new members of the Alabama Developmental Disabilities Council and several county Boards of Registrars. Patrick DarringtonJune 8, 2023
Legislature Overtime tax repeal bill passes with no cap Gov. Ivey's office removed an amendment capping the repeal at $25 million. Josh MoonJune 7, 2023