2013 Archives
Arbor Week
Proclamations
WHEREAS, the economic and aesthetic welfare of the people of Alabama are largely dependent on the trees and forest lands of the state; and WHEREAS, everyone in Alabama benefits either d…
Governor Bentley Signs the People’s Trust Act
Press Releases
MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday signed the People’s Trust Act, a bill that requires the full repayment of money transferred from the Alabama Trust Fund to the stat…
Governor Bentley Discusses State Sales Tax Holiday for Severe Weather Preparedness Items
Press Releases
MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday urged people across Alabama to take advantage of this weekend’s state sales tax holiday for severe weather preparedness items. “P…
Transition Awareness Month for Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities
Proclamations
WHEREAS, it is important to educate communities and employers about the competencies, capabilities and rights of young people with disabilities who are making the transition from teenag…
The 2013 Arbor Day Community
Proclamations
WHEREAS, trees are vital to the quality of life of all of Alabama’s citizens; and WHEREAS, the state of Alabama celebrates Arbor Week the last full week in February each year; and…
Governor Bentley Highlights Need for Expansion of Alabama’s Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Program
Press Releases
CLANTON – Governor Robert Bentley on Tuesday visited Clanton Elementary School’s Pre-Kindergarten Program to highlight his support for expanding First Class, Alabama’s Voluntary P…
Delta Days
Proclamations
WHEREAS, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is an organization committed to rendering services on a national and international scale; and WHEREAS, the members of this outstanding …
Grow Our Own Week
Proclamations
WHEREAS, the Alabama State Department of Education and the Alabama Education Association (AEA) have formed a partnership dedicated to encouraging Alabama’s students to pursue a career…
Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week
Proclamations
WHEREAS, congenital heart defects are the most frequently occurring birth defect and the leading cause of birth defect related deaths worldwide; and WHEREAS, over one million families a…
Governor Bentley Releases Affordable Homeowners Insurance Commission Report
Press Releases
MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Wednesday released the Affordable Homeowners Insurance Commission Report, which includes recommendations that could be used to address the avai…