2013 Archives
National Day of Prayer
Proclamations
WHEREAS, our nation was founded by men who sought wisdom and guidance through prayer; and WHEREAS, the National Day of Prayer was first proclaimed by the Continental Congress in 1775; a…
Governor Bentley Issues Statement on Approval of Gulf State Park Legislation
Statements
MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Thursday issued the following statement upon the Alabama Legislature’s approval of Senate Bill 231, a measure that will help facilita…
Lockheed Martin Day
Proclamations
WHEREAS, Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company celebrates its 50th Anniversary in the state of Alabama on May 1, 2013; first coming to Huntsville, Alabama, in 1963, Lockheed Martin has …
Governor Bentley Announces Funding for New Coastal Restoration Projects
Press Releases
MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday announced that Alabama will receive nearly $100 million in funding for three proposed coastal restoration projects as part of the…
Governor Bentley Welcomes New Expansion at Mercedes-Benz
Press Releases
TUSCALOOSA COUNTY – Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday joined executives from Mercedes-Benz U.S. International to break ground on a $70 million expansion at the MBUSI campus in …
Healthy Schools Day
Proclamations
WHEREAS, Alabama is dedicated to enhancing and preserving the safety, health and well-being of our children, especially in the school environment; and
Alabama’s Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Program Leads Nation in Quality Once Again
Press Releases
MONTGOMERY – A new study released Monday shows Alabama’s First Class Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Program continues to lead the nation in quality. Alabama is one of only four…
National Walk@Lunch Day
Proclamations
WHEREAS, getting 30 minutes of physical activity, such as a brisk walk, at least five times a week can result in significant health benefits such as lowering the risk of developing or d…
Preeclampsia Awareness Month
Proclamations
WHEREAS, preeclampsia, including HELLP syndrome and eclampsia, is a dangerous condition of pregnancy that can, in its severest form, lead to maternal and/or infant mortality or prematur…