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Robert Bentley

Robert Bentley

Robert Bentley is the former governor of the state of Alabama.

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Governor Bentley Statement on Voter Approval of Constitutional Amendment

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley issued the following statement regarding voter approval of a constitutional amendment that allows a portion of the Alabama Trust Fund savings account to be allocated toward the state’s General Fund over the next three years: “I want to thank the voters for approving … Continued
September 19, 2012

Governor Bentley Updates Evacuation Orders Covering Portions of Baldwin and Mobile Counties

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Monday amended evacuation orders covering portions of Baldwin and Mobile Counties based on updated forecast models for Tropical Storm Isaac. In Baldwin County, the Zone 1 evacuation order remains mandatory.  The mandatory evacuation order for Zone 2 is now modified to include only … Continued
August 27, 2012

Governor Bentley Declares State of Emergency, Issues Evacuation Orders Due to Expected Impact from Isaac

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – Alabama Governor Robert Bentley on Sunday declared a statewide State of Emergency and issued mandatory evacuation orders ahead of Isaac’s expected landfall as a hurricane along the Gulf Coast. “I am urging everyone to take precautions now, monitor weather warnings, and be prepared for whatever Isaac … Continued
August 26, 2012

Governor Bentley Promotes Annual Sales Tax Holiday for Back-to-School Items

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Thursday encouraged Alabamians to remember this weekend’s state sales tax holiday for back-to-school items and stock up on needed supplies. “The cost of school supplies can quickly add up, and this sales tax holiday is about saving families money,” Governor Bentley said.  “This … Continued
August 3, 2012

Governor Bentley Discusses Homeowners Insurance Bills and Benefits for Consumers

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley FOLEY – Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday discussed legislative approval of a series of bills aimed at improving access to affordable homeowners insurance. “These bills will empower consumers and expand their options,” Governor Bentley said.  “The lack of affordable homeowners insurance is an issue affecting many people across the … Continued
June 14, 2012

Governor Bentley Signs Bill Prohibiting Texting While Driving

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Tuesday signed into law House Bill 2, a measure that prohibits texting while driving. “Signing this bill sends a message that drivers need to focus on driving – not on sending a text,” Governor Bentley said.  “There is nothing so urgent that it … Continued
May 9, 2012

Governor Bentley Praises Pension Reform Approval

 From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Tuesday praised legislative approval of pension reform measures that will ensure the viability of the state’s retirement system while also saving taxpayers more than five billion dollars over 30 years. Senate Bill 388 was approved by the House of Representatives Tuesday afternoon.  The … Continued
May 9, 2012

Governor Bentley Comments on Passage of Bills Relating to Homeowners Insurance

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Tuesday released the following statement regarding legislative approval of a series of bills related to homeowners insurance. “The lack of affordable homeowners insurance is an important issue affecting many people in Alabama, especially those living along the Gulf Coast,” Governor Bentley said.  “These … Continued
May 9, 2012

Governor Bentley Signs Bill Making Business Tax Filings More Efficient

 From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Thursday signed into law Senate Bill 459, a measure that eliminates red tape for business tax filings in Alabama. Under existing law, businesses with multiple locations are burdened by having to file tax returns in multiple jurisdictions using various tax filing processors, including … Continued
May 4, 2012