Gov. Kay Ivey

Gambling study group covers old ground, waiting on a grand deal

Same song. Same verse. Gov. Kay Ivey’s study group on gambling policy had its first real meeting on Monday, as the panel, led by former Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange, got together via Zoom to hear presentations from several anti-gambling advocates. It was a rehash of the same old kids-will-be-addicts-by-15 scare tactics that we have heard … Continued

Josh Moon

April 21, 2020

Committee recommends reopening some businesses amid COVID-19 pandemic

An Alabama Small Business Commission subcommittee on Friday recommended Gov. Kay Ivey immediately reopen numerous businesses, with special caveats, in a “phase one” of a larger plan to reinvigorate the state’s economy amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Lt Gov. Will Ainsworth, who leads the commission, and Alabama Rep. Danny Garrett, R-Trussville, held a press conference Friday … Continued

Eddie Burkhalter

April 17, 2020

Ivey participates in call with President Trump to discuss economic restart

Earlier this afternoon, Gov. Kay Ivey participated in the conference call led by President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence to further discuss the federal government and states’ efforts to combat COVID-19, according to Ivey’s press secretary Gina Maiola. The conversation specifically focused on how to restart the economy. “The governor is grateful to … Continued

Bill Britt

April 16, 2020

Governor: It would be “irresponsible” for Alabama to expand Medicaid right now

Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday tamped down discussion about expanding Medicaid in Alabama, saying it would be financially irresponsible to expand the program, which provides health insurance to low-income people, during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Certainly we’re concerned about the health and welfare of all of our citizens, wherever they may live,” Ivey said. “But at … Continued

Chip Brownlee

April 14, 2020

Gov. Ivey orders parole hearings to safely resume during COVID-19 outbreak

Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday issued an order for parole hearings to resume after the Bureau of Pardons and Paroles suspended hearings last month amid the COVID-19 crisis. The Bureau in a statement Monday said hearings are to resume the week of May 18. The month-long delay before hearings resume has worries some who say … Continued

Eddie Burkhalter

April 13, 2020

Ivey awards $2.9 million for weatherization projects to assist elderly, low-income residents

Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded 14 grants totaling $2.9 million to assist low-income and elderly residents with improvements to their homes to lower energy costs and improve home safety. The grants support Alabama’s Weatherization Assistance Program which provides funds to keep homes warmer in the winter and cooler in summer and makes them more energy … Continued

April 7, 2020

What you need to know about Alabama’s stay-at-home order

Gov. Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Public Health issued a statewide stay-at-home order Friday. Here’s what you need to know. What is the bottom line? Stay at home if at all possible. “The default position for everyone is they need to stay at home. We need to stay at home if at all … Continued

Eddie Burkhalter

April 4, 2020

Sen. Doug Jones calls on Alabama governor to order shelter-in-place

Alabama Sen. Doug Jones during a virtual town hall on Thursday called on Gov. Kay Ivey to implement a statewide shelter-in-place or stay-at-home order. “I have been promoting stay at home orders for some time,” Jones said, adding that he “absolutely” thinks the state should implement such an order. “The reason I would like to … Continued

Chip Brownlee

April 2, 2020

The behind-the-scenes efforts to combat COVID-19

Some days it seems the only visible action state government is taking is to update the public on the number of COVID-19 cases and those who have died from the disease. But in these times of dire public uncertainty, Gov. Kay Ivey’s team is working diligently to solve a myriad of problems facing the state. … Continued

Bill Britt

April 1, 2020

Governor awards $9.5 million in grants to expand internet access

Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded 20 grants totaling more than $9.5 million to provide high-speed internet access to numerous communities throughout Alabama. The grants, part of the Alabama Broadband Accessibility Fund, were awarded to nine broadband providers to fund multiple projects in their coverage areas. “Availability of high-speed internet has always been vital, but the … Continued

March 31, 2020