Governor Ivey Pushes Safe Alabama Public Safety Package at State Capitol

Montgomery, AL - Governor Kay Ivey, joined by key state leaders, made a strong push for her Safe Alabama public safety package during an event at the Alabama State Capitol on Wednesday, February 12. Standing alongside Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Secretary Hal Taylor, House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter, and Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, Ivey reaffirmed her commitment to bolstering public safety across the state.

The initiative, first unveiled during her State of the State address on February 4, aims to combat rising crime and enhance support for law enforcement.

ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor praised Ivey’s leadership, stating, "I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Governor Ivey for her unwavering commitment to the safety of our citizens and for championing this important package. I also want to thank our legislators and other leaders for their continued support of law enforcement as well as this initiative. Together, we are taking significant strides toward a safer Alabama."

Taylor emphasized the urgency of addressing gun violence and providing legal protections for law enforcement. "The challenges we face to ensure we provide public safety cannot be overstated," he said. "This package not only aims to effectively reduce and combat gun violence but also strengthens the legal protections for the dedicated law enforcement officers who work tirelessly to keep our citizens safe."

One key aspect of the package includes additional funding to expand the Metro Area Crime Suppression (MACS) Unit. Taylor noted, "The funding provision to hire additional officers for the MACS Unit strengthens our capacity to reduce crime and expand assistance to our local and federal partners."

Governor Ivey’s proposal now moves to the Alabama Legislature, where lawmakers will decide its fate in the coming weeks.