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Robert Bentley

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

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Governor Bentley Details Pension Reform Proposals

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday detailed pension reform legislation that will ensure the viability of the state’s retirement system while also saving taxpayers more than five billion dollars over the next 30 years. “The economic realities of recent years have made it clear that steps need to … Continued
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March 8, 2012

First Lady Dianne Bentley Donates Nearly 2,500 Phones to HopeLine® for Victims of Domestic Abuse

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY—First Lady Dianne Bentley on Monday donated nearly 2,500 cell phones and accessories that were recently collected to HopeLine®. HopeLine® is a national recycling program by Verizon Wireless. The program collects wireless devices and accessories that are no longer used. The phones and accessories can be refurbished, recycled … Continued
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March 6, 2012

Governor Bentley Co-Chairs Appalachian Regional Commission Meeting, Approves ARC Funding Formula for States

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley WASHINGTON, D.C. — Governor Robert Bentley on Sunday co-chaired the first Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) meeting since being elected co-chair in December and approved a resolution concerning the allocation of funds for ARC states. Alabama’s federal allocation for Fiscal Year 2012 was $4.6 million.  Sunday afternoon, ARC members approved … Continued
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February 27, 2012

Alabama Economic Development Alliance Begins Work to Implement Accelerate Alabama Plan

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Economic Development Alliance has held its first meeting focusing on implementation of the Accelerate Alabama strategic plan for the economic development of the state. When he announced the Alliance’s strategic plan last month, Governor Robert Bentley stressed the importance of ensuring that the plan is … Continued
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February 24, 2012

Alabama Exports for 2011 Surge to Highest Level Ever

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley Alabama’s exports in 2011 continued to grow and recorded the highest-ever total for the value of goods exported during a single year:  $17.9 billion, up 15.4 percent from $15.5 billion in 2010. “Companies in Alabama are remaining competitive in the global marketplace, and we continue to assist them through … Continued
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February 23, 2012

Governor Bentley Proclaims Severe Weather Awareness Week in Alabama

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Tuesday proclaimed February 19-24 as Severe Weather Awareness Week in Alabama. Governor Bentley was joined at a proclamation signing ceremony by leaders from the Alabama Emergency Management Agency, the National Weather Service, the Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, and several broadcast … Continued
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February 15, 2012

Governor Bentley Comments on House Approval of Jobs Bills

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY–Governor Robert Bentley on Thursday released the following statement regarding House approval of three of the Governor’s jobs bills: “I am pleased that House members have given these bills the priority and attention they deserve.  The measures approved today all have one common goal, and that is putting Alabamians … Continued
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February 10, 2012

State of the State Address

From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley February 7, 2012 Governor Robert Bentley Lieutenant Governor Ivey, Speaker Hubbard, President Pro Tem Marsh, distinguished guests, members of the Legislature and my fellow Alabamians: It is in indeed an honor to join you in this Chamber as we reflect on a year of historic events and cast a … Continued
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February 8, 2012