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Governor Kay Ivey signed the Healthy Early Development and Screen Time Act, limiting screen access in early childhood education programs.
The act requires guidelines for appropriate screen use in day cares, pre-K, and kindergarten.
The legislation establishes a training program for teachers and staff on screentime use.
The act becomes effective January 1, 2027.
Republican lawmakers Rep. Jeana Ross and Sen. Donnie Chesteen sponsored the act.
The act aligns with the governor’s 2026 legislative priorities to protect early development.
The act follows last year’s FOCUS Act as part of ongoing education reforms.
A photo from the bill signing was attached with the release.
The act targets a balance between screen time and hands-on learning.
The bill requires collaboration among multiple state education and human services agencies.

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Governor Ivey announced two judicial appointments in Cullman and Escambia counties.
Heath Edward Meherg was appointed District Judge for the 32nd Judicial Circuit in Cullman County.
Meherg succeeds J. Chad Floyd, who became Cullman County Circuit Judge earlier in 2026.
Wade Leon Hartley was appointed Circuit Judge for the 21st Judicial Circuit in Escambia County.
Hartley succeeds Circuit Judge Jeffrey Alan White who retired on February 16, 2026.
Hartley brings about 32 years of varied legal experience to the bench.
Both appointees expressed gratitude and commitment to serving with integrity.
The governor highlighted the appointees' qualifications and readiness to serve.
Photos of the appointees were attached with the announcement.

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