Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey

Governor

Gov. Ivey signs executive order meant to prevent state-chartered banks from denying people service

The new executive order parallels actions taken by President Donald Trump, who’s complained about being “debanked” following the January 6 riot.

Chance Phillips

March 27, 2026

Ivey announces 35 new Pre-K-3rd grade classrooms for 2026 school year

Governor Kay Ivey announced 35 new classrooms expanding Alabama’s P-3 early learning model, growing statewide efforts to improve literacy and early education outcomes.

Mary Claire Wooten

March 25, 2026

Gov. Ivey awards grant for program to help prison inmates end drug addictions

Governor Kay Ivey provided $598,000 for intensive drug treatment programs at eight Alabama prisons to help inmates overcome addiction and reduce future crimes.

March 3, 2026

Gov. Ivey signs App Store Accountability Act into law

Governor Kay Ivey signed legislation Tuesday requiring parental consent for minors to download apps, strengthening online safety measures for Alabama families.

February 19, 2026

Gov. Ivey encourages Alabamians to take advantage of Severe Weather Preparedness Tax Holiday

Governor Kay Ivey urged Alabamians to stock up on tax-free emergency supplies from February 20-22 ahead of the upcoming tornado season.

Alex Jobin

February 16, 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.

Wesley Walter

February 11, 2026

German chain manufacturer to invest $34M into new Auburn operation

State and local officials celebrated the investment as a win for Alabama's manufacturing sector.

Alex Jobin

January 28, 2026

Gov. Ivey touts controversial CHOOSE Act in celebration of National School Choice Week

The governor used her proclamation as an opportunity to push for further state funding of private education.

Alex Jobin

January 27, 2026

Gov. Ivey orders Space Force flags to be flown across the state in weeklong “show of support”

Gov. Kay Ivey marked the Space Force's sixth birthday, honoring the branch and reflecting her commitment to keeping Alabama central to space development.

Alex Jobin

December 18, 2025

Ivey celebrates early literacy milestone in collaboration with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

The milestone comes as a result of Ivey's partnership with the Imagination Library, which she first announced during her 2023 inaugural address.

Alex Jobin

December 2, 2025