AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoTourism Leadership Change: Gov. Kay Ivey announced Lee Sentell will retire as Alabama’s longest-serving tourism director, with Glenda Allred tapped to take over. State Health Costs: Alabama’s state employee health insurance program is projected to lose $38.5 million this fiscal year, driven by rising costs and federal changes, with lawmakers already adding $18 million for 2027. Rural EMS Fix: Greene County’s ambulance service is back after a funding crisis, with two replacement ambulances funded through local spending and state EMS support. Economic Development Grants: Innovate Alabama extended its supplemental grant deadline to July 17, offering up to $250,000 for companies with eligible federal SBIR/STTR awards. Federal Criminal Case: A Tuscaloosa man accused of kidnapping was arraigned in federal court; the indictment carries a maximum life sentence. Data Center Politics: A Brookwood data center proposal is feeding the governor’s race debate, with Tommy Tuberville backing growth and Doug Jones pushing for more transparency and statewide rules. Food Safety Alert: Alabama urged produce precautions as health officials investigate a Cyclospora outbreak, with 11 Alabama cases reported. Labor & Workforce: North Alabama labor leaders unveiled a “Workers’ Agenda” and pressed candidates to treat unions as partners. Sports Law Watch: Alabama and Auburn criticized the NCAA’s proposed “Protect College Sports Act,” arguing it won’t stabilize college athletics and may invite lawsuits.
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