Alabama National Guard

Senate committee passes bill to exempt National Guard pay from state taxes

Alabama senators advanced a tax exemption for National Guard members Wednesday despite warnings that the move would strip millions from state public schools.

Alex Jobin

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March 5, 2026

National Guard taps governor’s staffer for new role

The Alabama National Guard announced Casey Rogers as its new deputy director.

June 4, 2025

Gov. Ivey deploys Alabama National Guard to North Carolina

The 13-person team consists of 11 Airmen from around the state who serve as Alabama’s Fatality Search and Recovery Team.

October 1, 2024

Alabama National Guard promotes newest general

Maj. Gen. Thomas Vickers was sworn into his increased rank and responsibility on June 21.

June 24, 2024

Governor selects Brigadier Gen. David Pritchett as next leader of Alabama National Guard

The governor’s appointment of Pritchett is effective January 1, 2024.

December 1, 2023

Bill to allow Alabama Space Guard passes Senate

A measure authorizing the inclusion of a Space National Guard within the Alabama National Guard passed in the Alabama Senate Tuesday.

John H. Glenn

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February 16, 2022

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Gov. Ivey’s appointments are best of the best

A governor will have over 3,500 appointments during his or her four-year term, and Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed some fine people to public office.

Beth Chapman

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October 26, 2021

Chip Brown pre-files bill to provide tax cuts to Gulf Coast commercial fishermen

Bait, equipment and materials used by the commercial fishing industry would be exempt from both sales and use taxes under Brown’s legislation.

Brandon Moseley

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September 21, 2021

Rep. Joe Faust is seeking re-election in state House District 94

Faust on Tuesday announced that he is seeking re-election for another term representing state House District 94.

Brandon Moseley

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July 28, 2021