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EXECUTIVE ORDER NUMBER 9
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WHEREAS, Broadband access has become an essential element of economic vitality and sustainability for new and existing industries, attracting and retaining well-paying jobs, increasing …
Governor Bentley Appoints Matthew Brown to the Alabama State Board of Education
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MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Thursday announced the appointment of Matthew Brown of Fairhope to the Alabama State Board of Education. Brown replaces Al Thompson, who was ap…
Governor Bentley Addresses Congress on Alabama’s Prison Reform Efforts
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WASHINGTON, D.C.—Governor Robert Bentley on Tuesday testified before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee to highlight Alabama’s prison reform efforts. “Prison refo…
Governor Bentley Proclaims Tuesday “Go Set a Watchman Day” in Alabama
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MONTGOMERY— To celebrate the book release of Alabama author Harper Lee’s latest novel, Governor Robert Bentley announced on Monday that Tuesday, July 14, 2015, is proclaimed “Go S…
Governor Bentley Releases Details of Special Session Call
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MONTGOMERY–Governor Robert Bentley on Friday released details of the Special Session call. The Governor’s call can be found here.
Governor Bentley Announces Special Election Timeline for House District 5
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MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Thursday announced the timeline for a special election to fill the vacant District 5 seat in the Alabama House of Representatives. The District…
Governor Bentley Announces Date for Special Session to Address General Fund Budget
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MONTGOMERY—Governor Robert Bentley on Thursday announced the Special Session to address the General Fund Budget will begin on Monday, July 13. “One of the most serious issues we fac…
Governor Bentley, Attorney General Strange Announce Landmark Agreement in BP Oil Spill Case
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MONTGOMERY—Governor Robert Bentley on Thursday announced the State of Alabama has reached an agreement in principle to settle its lawsuit with BP for damages caused by the 2010 Deepwa…
Governor Bentley Holds Ceremonial Bill Signing for Open Meetings Act
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MONTGOMERY — Governor Robert Bentley on Tuesday held a ceremonial bill signing for the Open Meetings Act passed during the 2015 Regular Legislative Session. This legislation amends,…
Governor Bentley Establishes Council to Implement Prison Reform Legislation
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MONTGOMERY—Governor Robert Bentley on Tuesday announced the creation of the Alabama Criminal Justice Oversight and Implementation Council to implement criminal justice reform efforts …