Continue Reading ›Governor Ivey Accepts Resignation of State Treasurer John McMillan, Appoints Young Boozer
MONTGOMERY – On Friday, Governor Kay Ivey accepted the resignation of State Treasurer John McMillan upon his appointment to serve as the Executive Director for the Alab…
Continue Reading ›Governor Ivey Announces Alabama’s August Unemployment Rate Drops to 3.1%
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey announced today that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted August unemployment rate is 3.1%, down from July’s rate of 3.2%, and …
Continue Reading ›Governor Ivey Announces Reallocation of $12.3 Million in CARES Act Funds for COVID-19 Nursing Shortage
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday reallocated $12.3 million of the Coronavirus Relief Fund to secure qualified, out-of-state, travel nurses to work in Alabama ho…
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Governor Kay Ivey, who became the 54th Governor of Alabama in 2017, is committed to raising the quality of life for all Alabamians. A native of Camden in Wilcox County, she embarked on a career of public service to benefit her fellow Alabamians. During her time as governor, Alabama has seen record high employment and its lowest jobless rate. Her focus on economic development has attracted over $18 billion in capital investment and 44,000 new jobs. She is committed to offering economic development opportunities to rural Alabama and the metro regions alike. With the same level of passion, she is leading Alabama toward a more prosperous future through infrastructure investments and an improved education system.
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Alabama’s August unemployment rate fell again, down to 3.1%, the lowest of the pandemic! We continue to get more of our people back to work & able to provide for their families, & we’re seeing our jobs count & wages consistently rise. @al_labor #alpolitics https://t.co/RxJJbOGLkN, 
Congratulations to @ManufactureAla on reaching your 25th anniversary! I was honored to attend your annual meeting this afternoon. For the last 25 years, your organization has played a vital role in helping create the incredible economy AL is blessed with today. Thank you, MA! https://t.co/bexsRg8IlF, 
It’s been a fun night touring & lighting up the @cityofbhamal’s newest attraction - @ProtectiveStdm! The future is bright with the impact this world class venue will have on AL, by attracting increased opportunities for entertainment & sporting events like @UAB_FB & @TWG2022. https://t.co/vHVK8SxsaM, 
ICYMI: @AreaDevelopment ranks Alabama among the top states for business in their national survey of site selection pros! Take a look —> https://t.co/JZG71y5ZqI. @MadeinAL #alpolitics, 
Did you know Alabama has 900+ peanut farmers? As we celebrate one of America’s favorite legumes this #NationalPeanutDay, we recognize our outstanding farmers & researchers that continue building on Dr. Carver’s legacy. https://t.co/YnXzTIchbY,
