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Alabama governor signs law allowing death penalty for child predators

The Child Predator Death Penalty Act, a major priority for conservative leaders, has the potential to shift broader legal precedents regarding executions.

February 13, 2026

Gov. Ivey establishes board to oversee emerging technology

Governor Kay Ivey established a new board Thursday to oversee the secure and ethical deployment of artificial intelligence across Alabama's executive branch agencies.

February 13, 2026

Gov. Kay Ivey signs law to limit Mobile Bay dredge dumping

The "Save Our Bay" law requires 70 percent of dredged sediment go towards "beneficial uses" in the Mobile Bay area.

February 11, 2026

Gov. Ivey shares support for energy cost bill package

Governor Kay Ivey backed a legislative package Tuesday aimed at reducing utility bills and strengthening Alabama's economic development efforts.

February 11, 2026

Governor announces appointments including Baldwin and Cullman County circuit judgeships

Governor Kay Ivey selected Ashley Siebert and J. Chad Floyd for new judicial roles.

February 6, 2026

Governor marks first meeting of Alabama Rural Health Transformation Advisory Group

Governor Kay Ivey's newly established advisory group met for the first time, marking a major milestone for the state's federally funded rural health transformation efforts.

February 5, 2026

Gov. Ivey awards $4.5M to help low-income residents become economically self-sufficient

Governor Kay Ivey distributed $4.5 million in grants to 18 agencies that guide low-income residents toward economic stability and financial self-sufficiency.

February 5, 2026

Gov. Ivey announces support for the Sarah Marsh Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act

Following a tragedy in Texas, legislators filed House Bill 381 to establish new minimum safety requirements for all Alabama summer camps.

February 5, 2026

Gov. Ivey calls for increased penalties for eluding law enforcement

Gov. Kay Ivey is pushing for legislation to elevate eluding law enforcement from a misdemeanor to a felony.

February 3, 2026

Group of kindergarten kids sitting closely on a floor together with teacher, providing group work. Children learning to cooperate while solving tasks.

Alabama gets $3.8 million grant to boost early childhood education

The competitive federal funding will strengthen and align the state's early childhood education system, focusing on rural regions and underserved communities.

January 22, 2026