AGP Executive Report
Last update: 39 minutes agoSkilled Trades Jobs: Alabama ranked No. 6 nationally for skilled trades employment growth, adding 11.3% from 2019-2025 and reaching 366,240 workers, outpacing Texas, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. Business Climate: Alabama also moved up to No. 7 in Area Development’s 2026 “Top States for Doing Business,” including No. 1 marks for property tax environment, overall cost, and labor cost competitiveness. Transportation & Growth: The first 1.88-mile segment of the Birmingham Northern Beltline opened to traffic in Jefferson County, a key step toward the future I-422 corridor. Workforce & Training: America Makes is launching a “3D Printing for Drones” initiative for high school students, with Alabama included among participating states. Public Safety (Kratom): Gov. Ivey and ALEA warned consumers that kratom products are illegal in Alabama and may be disguised as drinks or shots. Health Care Refunds: The Trump administration began mailing $500 ACA refund checks to nearly 1 million people in 30 states, including Alabama, for alleged excess exchange user fees. College Sports Policy: The U.S. Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act, aiming to reshape NIL rules, transfers, and antitrust protections. Immigration (H-1B): Alabama employers filed 2 H-1B petitions in 2025 under Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation, with both approved.
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