Governor Governor proclaims Nov. 29 Small Business Saturday in Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey highlighted the vital role local enterprises play in anchoring the state's economy and driving community growth. Staff6 days ago
Governor Governor signs bill allowing restaurants to have dog dining areas Restaurants will be allowed to set aside outside dining areas where customers can eat meals with their dogs. Brandon MoseleyMay 24, 2021
Governor Governor awards COVID block grants to Dallas, Elmore and Perry counties The awards to Dallas, Elmore and Perry counties are part of more than $40 million allocated to Alabama. StaffMay 24, 2021
Governor Marijuana advocates celebrate after Ivey signs medical marijuana legislation Marijuana advocates thanked Gov. Kay Ivey for signing the medical marijuana bill and sponsors for their work carrying the legislation. Brandon MoseleyMay 21, 2021
Governor Governor signs bill to end Alabama’s school yoga ban Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation ending the ban on yoga in Alabama public schools. Brandon MoseleyMay 21, 2021
Governor Governor signs innovation bills to help accelerate economic development Both bills were priorities of the Alabama Innovation Commission. Brandon MoseleyMay 20, 2021
Governor Which bills has Gov. Kay Ivey signed into law in 2021? Here is a round-up of the 2021 Legislative Session legislation Gov. Kay Ivey has signed so far. StaffMay 19, 2021
Governor Governor awards COVID community development grants Ivey awarded a $1 million grant to Blount Count, $600,000 to Limestone County, $500,000 to Autauga County and $400,000 to Franklin County. StaffMay 19, 2021
Governor Governor’s amended bill removing some oversight from school construction passes The amended bill delays impact on K-12 school construction projects until Feb. 1, 2022. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021
Governor Bill to curb governor, state health officer’s emergency powers fails A Republican said before the vote that the bill could cost the state federal money, while Democrats decried it as dangerous. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021
Governor Judge dismisses lawsuit seeking to block Gov. Kay Ivey’s prison construction plan The judge dismissed the lawsuit on grounds that defendants have "sovereign immunity" and the allegations failed on legal merit. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021