Elections Gov. Ivey will not call special session to redraw district maps found to violate the VRA Ivey’s decision follows the Supreme Court requesting briefs on majority-minority districts’ constitutionality in voting rights case Louisiana v. Callais. Chance PhillipsSeptember 29, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey encourages summer reading for Alabama students Ivey invited students to join her 3rd Annual Summer Reading Challenge and encouraged participation in a national reading challenge too. StaffJune 23, 2025
Courts Gov. Ivey appoints Michael Godwin to Montgomery County District Court Godwin's legal experience and familiarity with the court led to his appointment, effective immediately. StaffJune 19, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey appoints Grayson Murray to Franklin County Commission At just 20, he steps in to continue his late father's legacy of service. StaffJune 18, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey signs law untaxing baby goods, feminine hygiene products Ivey signed the “pink tax” law, eliminating state sales tax on diapers, baby formula, and feminine hygiene products. Jacob HolmesJune 13, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey introduces new First Dog of Alabama Huntley, the new First Dog of Alabama, is a three-year-old, female Yellow Lab. StaffJune 10, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey appoints David Reed as chairman of the Marshall County Commission Ivey appointed David Reed, a successful businessman and community leader, as chairman of the Marshall County Commission. StaffJune 9, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey appoints Cynthia Almond as Public Service Commission president Cynthia Almond steps into the role as the PSC’s new president, bringing legislative and legal expertise to regulate utilities across Alabama. StaffJune 6, 2025
Governor Sen. Tuberville centers Trump in his gubernatorial campaign The first days of Tuberville’s campaign for governor have been policy light as the senator plays up ties to Trump. Chance PhillipsMay 30, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey shares statement on the 2025 Regular Session ending Ivey celebrated signing 287 bills into law and touted successes on family values, veterans, teachers’ leave, education, tax relief, and public safety. StaffMay 22, 2025
Governor Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles officers officially recognized as law enforcement Gov. Kay Ivey signed legislation that will designate parole and probation officers as state law enforcement personnel. Mary Claire WootenMay 16, 2025