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Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday joined 25 of her colleagues in supporting President Trump's immigration policies. The twenty-six Republican governors released the following joint statement: "As Republican governors, we stand united in support of President Donald Trump's unwavering commitment to make America safe again by addressing the illegal immigration crisis and deporting illegal immigrants who pose a threat to our communities and national security. "When the Biden Administration refused to...
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday shared a heartfelt Christmas message with Alabama families, encouraging gratitude and the spirit of giving during this sacred season. In her video message, Governor Ivey reminded Alabamians of the true meaning of Christmas – the birth of Jesus Christ. Quoting Isaiah 9:6, Governor Ivey highlighted the hope and peace brought forth through Christ and expressed gratitude for the blessings that God has poured over Alabama this year. Governor Ivey also off...
January 2, 2025 - MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced applications for the CHOOSE Act, the state's new Education Savings Account (ESA) program that supports the success of K-12 students across the state, are officially open. Families can now apply online for the 2025-2026 school year at the CHOOSE Act website. The application process will be open through April 7, 2025, with award notifications scheduled to be sent to families in May 2025. "Alabama families can start the new y...
Governor Kay Ivey is joining Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry in their state's period of mourning for the victims of the January 1, 2025 terrorist attack in New Orleans. In Alabama, Governor Ivey is especially remembering Kareem Badawi and Drew Dauphin, both who called Alabama home. Governor Ivey is calling on Alabamians to join the state of Louisiana on Monday, January 6, 2025, in their day of mourning for Kareem Badawai and Wednesday, January 8, 2025, in their day of mourning for Drew Dauphin....
January 7, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday shared the tragic news that a member of her security detail, Justin Williams, passed away at the age of 42 after his courageous battle against cancer. The governor issued the following statement: "Today, we lost a member of our team, Justin Williams. Justin has served on my security detail since 2019 and tomorrow would have marked 19 years of service as a state trooper. Justin was a professional in every sense of the word. He was...
January 9, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) has issued a state of emergency for 37 counties ahead of this week's winter weather. Governor Ivey also issued the following comment: "Cold temperatures have persisted in Alabama this week, and we are anticipating the potential for winter weather to impact our state, particularly our driving conditions. As we all know, winter weather is challenging in a state like Alabama due to forecast uncertainties. That being said, I enc...
Governor Ivey returned to Montgomery late yesterday evening after a productive visit to Mar-a-Lago with President Trump and her fellow Republican governors. The governor is making clear Alabama is eager to support the Trump agenda and ready to work with the president to continue advancing Alabama. During the few-hour visit, the governor keyed in on areas like border security and immigration, economic policy and education. Governor Ivey shared the following comment: "I am grateful for President...
January 28, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced three appointments to fill vacancies in district judgeship and district attorney positions across the state of Alabama. Baldwin County District Judgeship Governor Ivey has appointed Ashley W. Siebert as District Judge for the 28th Judicial Circuit in Baldwin County. Siebert, a graduate of Auburn University and the Thomas Goode Jones School of Law in Montgomery, will replace retiring Baldwin County District Judge M...
November 19, 2024 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced she has selected Alabama Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Reed to serve as her Senior Advisor to Workforce Transformation. "I am proud to officially welcome Greg to the Ivey Administration. As my Senior Advisor to Workforce Transformation, he will be integral to the transition from the Department of Labor to the Department of Workforce and in setting the foundation for the new agency," said Governor Ivey. "Increasing o...
October 31, 2024 -MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced she is appointing Azzie Oliver to serve as Montgomery County District Attorney, replacing Daryl Bailey. "Ensuring we have a safe Alabama begins with having a safe Capital City, so having our local officials embody that goal is critical. Azzie Oliver has dedicated most of her career to upholding the criminal laws of Alabama and by pursuing justice for the people of Montgomery County, so I am confident she will help us c...
September 27, 2024 - MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced the retirement of Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington. She also shared she is appointing her former Cabinet member, Marty Redden, to lead the Department as it transitions to the Department of Workforce. Alabama has achieved all time low unemployment rates, and we have more people working today than at any other point in our state's history. I am grateful for the role Secretary Washington has played i...
September 30 - MONTGOMERY - Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced $3.1 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for various road and bridge projects across Alabama, highlighting her ongoing commitment to enhancing Alabama's infrastructure. The funding is made available under the Alabama Department of Transportation's Annual Grant Program created by the Rebuild Alabama Act. The Rebuild Alabama Act, overwhelmingly passed by the Legislature and signed by Governor Ivey in...
September 30, 2024 - MONTGOMERY – In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Governor Kay Ivey on Monday directed the activation of an Alabama National Guard team to assist in the most heavily impacted areas of North Carolina. The 13-person team consists of 11 Airmen from around the state who serve as Alabama's Fatality Search and Recovery Team (FSRT). The team also includes a chaplain and chaplain's assistant. "Hurricane Helene left warzone-like devastation in its path, and Alabama is here to lend a h...
October 9, 2024 - MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday led a letter, with 24 other governors, to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris to express strong concern over the Biden-Harris Administration's Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans (CHNV) asylum program, and demanding details of location and status of those granted asylum under the program. "The impact of this 'parole' program has been the sudden influx of foreign nationals throughout our states and c...
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced her recent appointments made to the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences (ASHS) Board. The newly established Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences, a legislative priority of Governor Ivey, will offer Alabama students in all 67 counties a high school experience that will train them to enter an in-demand medical career post-graduation or after continued higher education learning. "The Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences will help more A...
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey today released a video message in honor of Memorial Day, paying tribute to the brave men and women who have given their lives in service to the nation. In the message, Governor Ivey emphasizes the importance of Memorial Day as a time for gratitude and profound respect for those who have worn the country's uniform. She urges all Alabamians to remember the fallen from both past and recent battles, highlighting the courageous spirits from Mobile to Huntsville and a...
Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the appointment of Judge Bill Lewis to the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals. The governor informed Judge Lewis of her selection today. "Judge Lewis's distinguished record of jurisprudence ensures that he will serve on the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals with honor and integrity. Throughout his esteemed legal career, he has consistently demonstrated a devotion to justice and fairness under the law. I look forward to his contributions on the Court," said...
