Ivey: Pre-K secretary dismissed due to “distractions” of “different lifestyles, equity”
"It was just the right thing to do," Ivey said.
Gov. Kay Ivey
Ivey forces resignation of Education secretary over “woke” Pre-K book
Gov. Kay Ivey said the book includes ideas that “larger systemic forces perpetuate White privilege” among other things.
Economic incentives pass legislature, signed by Ivey
The legislation would renew existing economic incentives from the Jobs Act while offering new opportunities.
Local agencies receive $4.4 million in grants to weatherize homes
Gov. Kay Ivey awarded the grants to community agencies to assist elderly, low-income residents.
April 20, 2023
Gov. Ivey signs patient-visitation legislation into law
The law will give visitors more access to their loved ones in healthcare facilities including hospitals and assisted living facilities.
House passes “first grade readiness” bill
Under the law, students would either need to complete kindergarten or pass an assessment before first grade.
Political leaders react to mass shooting at Dadeville birthday party
Officials expressed grief and outrage at the incident, and offered thoughts and prayers to the community.
Ivey signs “good time” bill into law
Under the new law, perfectly behaved incarcerated individuals will begin to earn 30 days off for each 30 days served.
Ivey signs bill setting mandatory minimums for fentanyl trafficking
Ivey signed the bill just hours after it was approved by the Senate without any discussion or debate.
Gov. Ivey awards grant to assist forensic investigations in Alabama
ADECA is administering the grant from funds made available by the U.S. Department of Justice.
April 7, 2023