Statements
Governor Ivey Comments on Approval of Dr. Ed Richardson’s Contract as Interim State Superintendent
“I am thankful for the work of the subcommittee on the Interim State Superintendent’s contract. I am encouraged by Dr. Richardson’s leadership and his swift action to develop a st…
Governor Ivey Comments on Resignation of Michael Sentance as State Superintendent of Education
MONTGOMERY – Earlier today, State Superintendent of Education Michael Sentance submitted his resignation to Governor Kay Ivey, as President of the Board of Education. Shortly thereaf…
Governor Ivey Comments on Selection of Quinton Ross as President of Alabama State University
MONTGOMERY – This afternoon the Alabama State University Board of Trustees selected Dr. Quinton Ross to be the next president of the University. As president of the board, Governor Ka…
Governor Ivey Releases Statement on Medicaid’s Decision to Pursue Alternatives to Regional Care Organizations
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday released a statement regarding the decision to pursue alternatives to Regional Care Organizations for the Alabama Medicaid Agency. The full…
Governor Ivey’s Statement on Federal Court Order Regarding Alabama’s Prisons
MONTGOMERY – Upon the release of Judge Myron Thompson’s order related to a pending case against the State of Alabama and Department of Corrections regarding mental health provisions…
Governor Ivey’s Statement on Robert Melson Execution
MONTGOMERY – Robert Melson has been executed for the 1994 murders of Nathaniel Baker, Tamika Collins and Darrell Collier. After being notified that Mr. Melson’s sentence had been ca…
Governor Ivey’s Statement on Tommy Arthur Execution
MONTGOMERY – Tommy Arthur has been executed for the 1982 murder of Troy Wicker. After being notified that Mr. Arthur had died, Governor Kay Ivey released the following statement: �…
Governor Ivey Praises Alabama Jobs Act, Canfield’s Successes
MONTGOMERY – Upon the passage of HB574, Governor Ivey released the following statement of support: “Economic development is vital to this state. Since my first day in office I have …
Governor Ivey’s Statement Regarding House Action on Military Support Bills
MONTGOMERY – Upon passage of several military-focused bills by the Alabama House of Representatives, Governor Kay Ivey released the following statement: “Today, the House of Represe…
Governor Ivey Releases Statement Regarding the Death of Former House Speaker Joe McCorquodale
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey released the following statement on Tuesday regarding the death of former Speaker McCorquodale: “Many Alabamians are saddened to learn of the sudden d…