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Alabama international exports topped $21 billion last year

While an escalating global trade war likely had an effect, the value of Alabama exports topped $21 billion in 2018. The state had increased shipments of chemicals, paper products and aerospace parts to overseas markets according to figures from the U.S. Commerce Department. State exports were hurt by ongoing U.S. trade disputes with China and … Continued
March 12, 2019

BCA commends Gov. Ivey’s infrastructure plan

Gov. Kay Ivey announced her new Rebuild Alabama Infrastructure Plan on Wednesday in Maplesville, Alabama. The plan aims to raise the state’s motor fuels tax to invest in infrastructure in order to further economic development and ensure the safety of Alabamians. The Business Council of Alabama commended Ivey for the plan, saying the state’s transportation … Continued
February 28, 2019

Ivey unveils infrastructure plan

On County Road 17 in rural Maplesville, Gov. Kay Ivey earlier today announced her bold new Rebuild Alabama Infrastructure Plan. “By increasing our investment in infrastructure, we are not only investing in our roads and bridges,” said Ivey. “We are making important investments in economic development, the safety of our family and friends, our local … Continued
February 27, 2019

The secret to avoiding lobbying laws in Alabama

Attention, lobbyists: Stop registering as lobbyists. Look, I know you guys don’t need more money — and Lord knows you don’t need any additional breaks from the people who are supposed to be policing you — but I’m here with a little piece of advice that could provide you with more of both, money and … Continued
February 14, 2019

Brooks credits Trump trade policies for U.S. Steel resuming work on furnace in Fairfield

U.S. Steel announced Monday that it was resuming work on the idled electric arc steel furnace at the historic Fairfield Works. Rep. Mo Brooks, R-Huntsville, credited President Donald Trump’s trade policies for the announcement that will create 150 steelworker jobs. “U.S. Steel reopening in Birmingham and adding 150 new jobs is a prime example of … Continued
February 13, 2019

Coastal Alabama Partnership holds Legislative Sendoff

The Coastal Alabama Partnership hosted the fifth Annual Meeting and Legislative Send-Off Friday, Feb. 1 at the Daphne Civic Center in Baldwin County. Attendees included State Sen. Chris Elliot, State Rep. Chip Brown, State Rep. Matt Simpson, State Rep. Alan Baker, Daphne Mayor Dane Haygood, Economic Developer Nicole Jones, Donna Baker of Baldwin EMC, representatives … Continued
February 13, 2019

Livingston, Ledbetter preview legislative session

Alabama House Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter, R-Rainsville, and State Sen. Steve Livingston, R-Scottsboro, addressed the people of Fort Payne about the state of the state. The event was sponsored by the Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce, Senator Livingston said that I want to give you an overview of what happened in 2018 and an overview … Continued
February 6, 2019

Decatur Morgan Hospital gets major renovation

Decatur Morgan Hospital and the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual State of Healthcare Address at the hospital on Jan. 24. Decatur Morgan Hospital officials announced a healthcare plan that took almost two years to develop. The Huntsville Hospital Health System is investing $20 million in improvements to the 100-year-old Decatur Morgan Hospital. … Continued
February 5, 2019

Canfield: Alabama Jobs Act will help grow payroll by $10.7 billion over the next 10 years

Monday the Joint Legislative Advisory Committee on Economic Incentives met in Montgomery to hear the annual required report on the performance of economic incentives that the state has offered under the Alabama Jobs Act. The joint committee holds a minimum of two meeting a year. Alabama Commerce Secretary Greg Canfield reported that from July 2, … Continued
January 30, 2019

Blue Origin breaks ground on rocket engine factory in Madison County

Gov. Kay Ivey attended the formal groundbreaking of the Blue Origin rocket engine production facility in Huntsville. “Blue Origin is a welcome addition to Alabama’s roster of world-class aerospace firms, and its new rocket engine facility in Huntsville will expand the state’s already robust capabilities in space flight,” Ivey said. “Blue Origin is making a … Continued
January 28, 2019