Education Ivey forces resignation of Education secretary over “woke” Pre-K book Gov. Kay Ivey said the book includes ideas that “larger systemic forces perpetuate White privilege” among other things. Jacob HolmesApril 21, 2023
Legislature Economic incentives pass legislature, signed by Ivey The legislation would renew existing economic incentives from the Jobs Act while offering new opportunities. Patrick DarringtonApril 21, 2023
Governor Local agencies receive $4.4 million in grants to weatherize homes Gov. Kay Ivey awarded the grants to community agencies to assist elderly, low-income residents. StaffApril 20, 2023
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs patient-visitation legislation into law The law will give visitors more access to their loved ones in healthcare facilities including hospitals and assisted living facilities. Patrick DarringtonApril 19, 2023
Legislature House passes “first grade readiness” bill Under the law, students would either need to complete kindergarten or pass an assessment before first grade. Jacob HolmesApril 19, 2023
State Political leaders react to mass shooting at Dadeville birthday party Officials expressed grief and outrage at the incident, and offered thoughts and prayers to the community. Jacob HolmesApril 17, 2023
Legislature Ivey signs “good time” bill into law Under the new law, perfectly behaved incarcerated individuals will begin to earn 30 days off for each 30 days served. Jacob HolmesApril 15, 2023
Governor Ivey signs bill setting mandatory minimums for fentanyl trafficking Ivey signed the bill just hours after it was approved by the Senate without any discussion or debate. Jacob HolmesApril 7, 2023
State Gov. Ivey awards grant to assist forensic investigations in Alabama ADECA is administering the grant from funds made available by the U.S. Department of Justice. StaffApril 7, 2023
Governor Economic development bills to focus on rural development, site prep The four-bill "Game Plan" will mostly re-up existing economic development programs, with important tweaks Josh MoonApril 6, 2023