Thanks to the new Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) Act, communities across Alabama can soon apply for state grants that could help them develop industrial sites capable of competing for high-impact economic development projects and the jobs that come with them. SEEDS has already been a success, with the
In 2019, Alabama was ranked 47th in the U.S. for broadband connectivity on BroadbandNow’s list. Fast forward to 2024, and the state ranks 24th on that same list. The index of internet availability takes into account internet coverage, speed and availability in each individual state. While its an impressive improvement, the data
Electric vehicles on Alabama’s interstates are about to receive a big boost thanks to $11.2 million in grant funding awarded by Governor Kay Ivey. The money has been divided into 14 individual grants. Thirteen will go towards installing electric vehicle charging stations at fueling locations found across Alabama’s interstate system.
On July’s “Made in the USA Day,” Governor Ivey praised Alabama’s robust manufacturing sector and highlighted its role in driving economic growth statewide through high-quality jobs and products in demand worldwide. Ivey emphasized Alabama’s status as a powerhouse in U.S. manufacturing, ranking in the top five states for manufacturing job
While gambling legislation failed to make it through the 2024 regular session of the Alabama Legislature, those in favor of putting the issue to a statewide vote may get another bite at that apple. RSA’s Dr. Bronner says a special session on the topic is in order. Despite licensing delays,
Retirement Systems of Alabama CEO David Bronner said he would like to see Gov. Kay Ivey call a special session to try again to pass a proposed constitutional amendment on gambling that failed by one vote during the annual session that ended in May. Bronner said he is concerned that
Revenue growth in Alabama’s General Fund is still being propelled by high interest rates and was up nearly 5.5% in May compared to a year ago, and nearly 9% for the fiscal year. Revenues into the Education Trust Fun were up more than 18% in May, but overall growth is
The CEO of Native Black Cultivation, a medical cannabis cultivation license holder, said he is nearing harvest, marking the state’s first medical cannabis harvest. He says would like to get the product into the market, but he doesn’t think that will happen unless a restraining order on dispensaries is lifted.
An ongoing effort to expand the availability of ready-to-drink mixed spirits in Alabama continues to face obstacles over industry disagreements on franchise laws, disputes that some say may be irreconcilable. The first significant effort to expand the availability of RTD spirits came in 2023 in a bill by Senator Steve
Innovate Alabama has launched SEEK AL, a digital campaign showcasing the rich variety of outdoor recreational assets the state has to offer innovators looking for a place to play, work, and put down roots. SEEK AL will leverage the state’s parks, waterways, greenways and trails to position Alabama not just
