Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed the historic paid parental leave bill into law, helping families spend more time together without worrying about work.
Gov. Ivey signed the bill into law while being surrounded by working parents, teachers, and public servants from across the state. SB199, known as the Alabama Public Employee Paid Parental Leave Act of 2025, delivers on a key promise that the lawmaker made in her State of the State address.
Alabama Passes Paid Parental Leave Bill Into Law
During the signing of the bill, the governor said that they are committed to “strengthening families and supporting those who serve our state.” She added that the new law reflects her and her colleagues’ values.
Ivey said that no parent should have to be forced to choose between their paycheck and spending time with a new member of their family. The official said that the new law sends a clear message, which is that they value families and the state’s workforce, according to the Office of Alabama Governor…