Courts Gov. Ivey appoints Judge Benjamin M. Bowden to the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals Bowden, a former JAG officer and longtime Covington County judge, fills the vacancy created by Bill Lewis’s elevation to the state Supreme Court. StaffMay 22, 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
Elections Alabama Supreme Court Justice Jay Mitchell resigns to run for attorney general Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed Judge Bill Lewis to the Alabama Supreme Court to replace Mitchell. Alex JobinMay 21, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey signs House Bill 202 and House Bill 199 Ivey enacted legislation providing enhanced legal protections for police officers and strengthening accountability measures for juveniles across the state. StaffMay 16, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey signs the Speedy Trial Act The law seeks to expedites trials for violent criminal cases, reduce backlogs and ensure swift justice for victims. StaffMay 14, 2025
Governor Alabamians urge veto of HB445, warning of job losses and hemp industry collapse Rushed legislation could devastate small businesses, limit patient care, and fuel illegal markets, critics say Bill BrittMay 13, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey signs law expanding entertainment incentives to include music albums It carries over unspent funds, adds music albums and renames the film office. StaffMay 13, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey signs bills to tighten voter ID, expand immigrant biometric collection SB158 bars foreign driver’s licenses for voting and SB63 mandates biometric collection from illegal immigrants to boost safety. StaffMay 13, 2025
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs HB152, exempts sales tax on baby, maternity, hygiene items The law takes effect Sept. 1, providing relief to families and seniors on essential goods like diapers, formula, and feminine products. StaffMay 12, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey proclaims Municipal Government Week in Alabama There are currently 465 incorporated municipalities in the state. StaffMay 12, 2025