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WHAT VIRGINIANS ARE SEEING: A.G. JONES SHARES WEEKLY ROUNDUP OF ACTIONS TAKEN
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 23 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on May 22, 2026:* * *
WHAT VIRGINIANS ARE SEEING: ATTORNEY GENERAL JAY JONES SHARES WEEKLY ROUNDUP OF ACTIONS TAKEN
OAG brings justice in 40-year-old cold case, fights federal overreach, and honors the anniversary of Brown v. Board decision
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Attorney General Jay Jones continued taking action to bring justice for crime victims, fight federal overreach, and honor the anniversary of the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision.
The Virginia Sexual Assault Kit Initiative Helps Bring ... Show Full Article RICHMOND, Virginia, May 23 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on May 22, 2026: * * * WHAT VIRGINIANS ARE SEEING: ATTORNEY GENERAL JAY JONES SHARES WEEKLY ROUNDUP OF ACTIONS TAKEN OAG brings justice in 40-year-old cold case, fights federal overreach, and honors the anniversary of Brown v. Board decision * Attorney General Jay Jones continued taking action to bring justice for crime victims, fight federal overreach, and honor the anniversary of the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision. The Virginia Sexual Assault Kit Initiative Helps BringJustice in 1986 Virginia Beach Cold Case
The Virginia Sexual Assault Kit Initiative, which is led by the Office of the Attorney General in partnership with the Virginia State Police, was a vital force in the arrest of a suspect in a decades-old cold case. This breakthrough in the case is due to the collaboration and determination of state and local agencies.
Virginia Beach Police Department Makes Arrest in 40-Year-Old Cold Case
On May 18, 2026, officers arrested 66-year-old Charles Berry for the rape and murder of 22-year-old Roberta Walls on May 15, 1986. This landmark arrest is a coordinated effort of the Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD), the Virginia State Police, the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, the Virginia Beach Office of the Commonwealth Attorney, and the Newington Police Department in Connecticut.
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The case gained momentum with the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) provided by the Virginia Office of the Attorney General. Through persistent investigation and breakthroughs in forensic technology, detectives were able to link Berry's DNA to evidence found at the crime scene.
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"The Virginia Sexual Assault Kit Initiative has helped bring closure to a decades-long investigation, proving to be a crucial tool in the fight for justice. I'm proud of the dedication and close collaboration between the Virginia State Police, Virginia Beach Police, and SAKI that brought this cold case to a just resolution," said Attorney General Jay Jones. "My office will continue to provide every resource available to law enforcement agencies across the Commonwealth and work to support sexual assault victims, always."
ABC News: Man arrested in young woman's 1986 cold case rape, murder in Virginia Beach
Four decades after a young woman was raped and murdered, a man has been linked to the crime through DNA and is under arrest, according to Virginia Beach, Virginia, police.
"It's incredibly scary for the community to think that someone who would rape and brutally murder someone 40 years ago was out in society," Virginia Beach Police Chief Paul Neudigate said at a news conference on Wednesday.
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"This breakthrough stands as a powerful testament to the relentless persistence of our detectives, who refused to let Roberta be forgotten," the Virginia Beach Police Department said in a statement. "We hope this closure brings a measure of peace to the Walls family and sends a clear message: no matter how much time passes, we will never stop searching for the truth."
People: Suspect Arrested 40 Years After 22-Year-Old Woman Was Found Raped and Murdered Near Library Where She Worked
In 2017, detectives used DNA samples preserved from Walls' body and the area in which she was found to create an image of a person of interest, according to The Virginian-Pilot.
The analysis helped create a snapshot of what the suspect looked like more than 30 years after the incident and ruled out the case's "cast of characters," the outlet reported.
WTKR: Arrest made in Virginia Beach 1986 murder cold case
Persistent investigative work and advancement in technology were key to solving the case, Virginia Beach police said.
Police said that in 2001, investigators developed a male DNA profile from evidence collected in the case, but no matches were found at the time.
In 2023, the Virginia Beach Police Department received grant funding that allowed investigators to pursue forensic genealogy leads. Through that process, investigators identified 66-year-old Charles Berry as the suspect.
13NewsNow: 40 years after murder, Virginia Beach police announce arrest in cold case
The breakthrough came after investigators received funding through a 2023 Sexual Assault Kit Initiative, commonly known as SAKI, which allowed authorities to revisit evidence using modern genetic genealogy techniques.
Police said the renewed investigation led detectives to Berry, who was living in Connecticut. Investigators later obtained a DNA sample through a search warrant, which police said directly matched evidence collected in the case decades ago.
Wilkerson credited detectives from the original investigation for carefully preserving evidence long before today's technology existed.
"The tenacity and due diligence of the detectives 40 years ago -- not knowing what we could do today -- they preserved all the evidence," Wilkerson said. "They were meticulous in the recovery."
Virginia Beach Police Chief Paul Neudigate said the arrest highlights how evolving forensic technology can help solve long-standing cold cases and provide closure for victims' families.
The Virginian-Pilot: Police arrest suspect in 1986 rape, homicide cold case in Virginia Beach
Charles Randall Berry, the 66-year-old suspect, was arrested Monday in Newington, Connecticut. Virginia Beach police said advancements in technology combined with investigative work helped detectives solve the case.
WAVY: VBPD: Arrest in 40-year-old cold case 'incredibly significant'
Virginia Beach Police announced a significant breakthrough in a four-decade-old cold case, apprehending a suspect in connection with the 1986 killing of 22-year-old Roberta Walls.
As WAVY first reported on Tuesday, Charles Barry, 66, was arrested in Connecticut a few days ago, with modern forensic DNA technology playing a crucial role in solving the long-unresolved case.
FOX61: Connecticut man wanted for 1986 Virginia murder arrested by Newington police
Police also highlighted the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative provided by the Virginia Office of the Attorney General.
"The Virginia Sexual Assault Kit Initiative has helped bring closure to a decades-long investigation, proving to be a crucial tool in the fight for justice. I'm proud of the dedication and close collaboration between the Virginia State Police, Virginia Beach Police, and SAKI that brought this cold case to a just resolution," said Attorney General Jay Jones. "My office will continue to provide every resource available to law enforcement agencies across the Commonwealth and work to support sexual assault victims, always."
NBC Connecticut: Newington man charged as fugitive in connection to 1986 homicide in Virginia Beach
According to police in Virginia Beach, Barry has been indicted by a grand jury in connection with the death of Roberta Walls.
A release from Virginia police explained that the arrest was the result of a coordinated effort among the Virginia Beach Police Department, the Virginia State Police, the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, and the Newington Police Department.
Protecting the Health and Safety of Virginians
The Commonwealth joined a coalition of states opposing an Environmental Protection Agency proposal that would gut national emission standards for a substance that is proven to cause cancer. This proposal puts the health of Virginians and our air in harm's way.
After search warrants in Bristol, Virginia recovered more than $1 million in cannabis in a raid, the Office of the Attorney General is reviewing for possible applicable civil enforcement actions.
Attorney General Jay Jones Joins Coalition Opposing EPA's Proposal to Gut National Limits on Ethylene Oxide Pollution
Attorney General Jay Jones today joined a coalition of attorneys general opposing a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposal to repeal national emission standards for ethylene oxide (EtO) used by commercial sterilization facilities. According to the EPA's own assessment, EtO is a known human carcinogen and among the most toxic pollutants regulated under the Clean Air Act.
"The Commonwealth takes pride in being home to a diverse landscape and Virginians are united in our urgency to protect our air, land, and sea. This proposal puts the health of the people and our air in harm's way," said Attorney General Jay Jones. "Virginians will not turn a blind eye as the Trump administration continues to ignore science and endanger the health of our communities. We urge the Trump administration and the EPA to keep this critical standard in place."
WRIC: Attorney General Jay Jones joins coalition to fight EPA's repeal of ethylene oxide standards
Attorney General Jay Jones (D) has joined a coalition of state attorneys general in opposing U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) rollback on toxic pollution standards.
Jones' office announced on Tuesday, May 19, that he joined a coalition of attorneys general opposing EPA's proposal to repeal national emission standards for toxic ethylene oxide (EtO) pollution.
In the release, Jones's office called EtO among the "most toxic pollutants regulated under the Clean Air Act."
Virginia State Police Facebook Post
Multiple search warrants executed this month by Virginia State Police (VSP) and the Holston River Regional Drug Task Force (HRRDTF) in the City of Bristol resulted in the recovery more than 300 pounds of marijuana with a street value of more than $1 million.
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The Office of the Attorney General is reviewing the investigation for any possible applicable civil enforcement actions.
WCYB: More than 300 pounds of marijuana worth $1M seized in Bristol, Virginia State Police says
More than 300 pounds of marijuana worth more than $1 million were seized this month in Bristol, according to the Virginia State Police.
Multiple search warrants were executed this month by VSP and the Holston River Regional Drug Task Force in at various areas across the city between May 1 and May 13.
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The Office of the Attorney General is reviewing the investigation for any possible applicable civil enforcement actions.
WJHL: Bristol, Va. police chief details what led to seizures at cannabis stores
According to Ashbrook, some of the products at the store were also illegally labeled.
"Some of the items we seized, specifically at Space Apes, that were labeled as SweeTARTS," he said. "They had the appearance of Nerds or Nerds Ropes or something of that nature, and other things. If that was to be taken home, and a kid was to see that, they could just tear it open and start eating it, so that's not something that's legal."
Ashbrook said criminal charges or indictments are pending, and the investigation is still ongoing. The Bristol, Virginia Police Department (BVPD) is working with the Virginia Attorney General's Office in reference to civil fines and penalties, which Ashbrook said "could be very, very high."
Fighting for Education Opportunities for Virginians
Virginia joined a coalition of states in filing a lawsuit against the Department of Education over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students pursuing professional degree programs, including many healthcare and other critical workforce fields. The rule could harm states by reducing support for public institutions of higher education, creating barriers for students pursuing advanced training, and worsening workforce shortages in critical professions.
Attorney General Jay Jones Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
Attorney General Jay Jones today joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students pursuing professional degree programs, including many healthcare and other critical workforce fields.
"Cutting off access to federal student loans cuts off access to career opportunities for Virginians. This unlawful rule will worsen the workforce crisis and further strain the healthcare field," said Attorney General Jay Jones. "The Trump administration is once again skirting the system of checks and balances, and my office is committed to standing up for student borrowers in the Commonwealth."
WRIC: 'Unlawful' Jay Jones joins multistate lawsuit over Trump's new student loan rule for professional degrees
Attorney General Jay Jones (D) called a new rule from President Donald Trump's administration limiting access to student loans "unlawful," as Virginia joined a multistate lawsuit against the Department of Education (DOE) challenging the policy.
On Wednesday, May 20, Jones' office announced that the state joined dozens of other attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the DOE over a new student loan rule, which narrows the federal definition of "professional degree," per a release.
WSET and WJLA: Virginia AG sues Education Dept. over student loan caps; Feds say it prevents crazy debt
Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones is suing the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule he claims unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students pursuing certain professional degree programs.
Jones joined a coalition of dozens of other attorneys general in filing the lawsuit, including Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown.
They argue the Department of Education narrowed the federal definition of a "professional degree" in a way that excludes certain degree programs and that it would significantly impact those in critical workforce fields such as healthcare.
Honoring the 72nd Anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education Decision
On Friday May 15, Attorney General Jay Jones hosted a program to commemorate the anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education decision, the landmark Supreme Court ruling that reshaped the course of American education by denying the premise that separate education for white and Black students was equal. Attorney General Jones welcomed guests from across the Commonwealth including community partners, elected officials, and staff.
Attorney General Jay Jones Hosts 'From Legacy to Law' Event Recognizing Landmark Brown v. Board of Education Decision
"This history is personal to me. As a child, my father, Judge Jerrauld Jones, helped integrate Ingleside Elementary School in Norfolk, Virginia. History arrived before he was old enough to fully understand its weight, and in the face of that responsibility he showed tremendous courage," said Attorney General Jay Jones. "The Commonwealth was central to this moment, as young Virginians put their education, safety, and lives on the line to push our nation closer towards the promise it was always meant to fulfill. Progress is possible when people have the courage to demand better from their institutions and from one another."
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"We continue to see challenges around voting rights and access to basic human rights. These are not new debates. They are part of the same ongoing struggle over whether this nation will fully honor the humanity of all its people," said Solicitor General Tillman Breckenridge. "Progress requires protection. Equal rights on paper mean nothing without equal access to justice, education, and political participation. The legacy of Brown reminds us that democracy requires vigilance, courage, and a willingness to keep pushing. We can't just remember history, we must continue to define it."
WTVR: Virginia attorney general honors 72nd anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education
Attorney General Jay Jones hosted the "From Legacy to Law" program Friday to commemorate the anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, honoring one of the most important events in 20th century American history.
The landmark 1954 Supreme Court ruling reshaped the course of American education, finding that segregated schools violated the 14th Amendment and paving the way for integration.
"Today we honor the courage of those students and families and advocates who refused to accept that inequality was inevitable," Jones said. "Because of their courage, doors that have long been closed were finally opened for countless families across Virginia and across the United States of America."
While complete desegregation took years in the Commonwealth, it finally fully happened in Virginia schools in the early 1970s.
Social Media:
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Delegate Virgil Thornton Sr. Facebook Post
Delegate Lindsey Dougherty, VA Dist. 75 Facebook Post
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Original text here: https://www.oag.state.va.us/media-center/news-releases/3029-what-virginians-are-seeing-attorney-general-jay-jones-shares-weekly-roundup-of-actions-taken-6
S.C. DOT Requests Public Comments on the 2024-2033 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program to Include Four Year Interstate Pavement Plan
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, May 23 -- The South Carolina Department of Transportation issued the following news:* * *
SCDOT Requests Public Comments on the 2024-2033 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) to Include Four Year Interstate Pavement Plan
The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks public comments on the addition of the Four Year Interstate Pavement Plan to the 2024-2033 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). SCDOT will receive public comments for a 21-day period from May 22 to June 11, 2026.
View the Four Year Interstate Pavement Plan, with projects ... Show Full Article COLUMBIA, South Carolina, May 23 -- The South Carolina Department of Transportation issued the following news: * * * SCDOT Requests Public Comments on the 2024-2033 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) to Include Four Year Interstate Pavement Plan The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks public comments on the addition of the Four Year Interstate Pavement Plan to the 2024-2033 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). SCDOT will receive public comments for a 21-day period from May 22 to June 11, 2026. View the Four Year Interstate Pavement Plan, with projectslisted for the upcoming Fiscal Years (FY) 2026-27, 2027-28, 2028-29, and 2029-30, in the May 21, 2026 Commission Agenda Package on the page labeled p. 67. In accordance with Act 114 of 2007, these projects were selected for funding using ranking processes that are based on objective and quantifiable factors.
Submit a Comment
Comments will be accepted through June 11, 2026 and should be submitted to Ginny Jones, Public Involvement Director, SCDOT Public Engagement Office, 955 Park Street, P.O. Box 191, Columbia, SC 29201. Comments may also be submitted online or by email to SCDOTpubliccomment@scdot.org. Visit scdot.org/projects/public-comment-notices to view all STIP Comment Notices and submit comments online.
To assist those who do not have internet access, a printed copy of this press release and any supporting information is available for public review and comment at any of the South Carolina Department of Transportation District Offices and the South Carolina Council of Government Offices. Please note, any information provided, including names and addresses, is subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
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Original text here: https://www.scdot.org/inside/SCDOTPress/scdot-requests-public-comments-on-the-2024-2033-statewide-transp.html
Okla. A.G. Drummond Blasts Stitt for Weaponizing Audits
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 23 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on May 22, 2026:* * *
Drummond blasts Stitt for weaponizing audits
Attorney General Gentner Drummond today welcomed Gov. Stitt's call for an audit, saying the governor has a well-established habit of siccing auditors on anyone who refuses to bow to him.
"It comes as no surprise that Gov. Stitt has called for an audit of my office. He has a well-established pattern of targeting those who hold him accountable. I welcome it.
"Before Oklahomans accept the premise of this audit request ... Show Full Article OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 23 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on May 22, 2026: * * * Drummond blasts Stitt for weaponizing audits Attorney General Gentner Drummond today welcomed Gov. Stitt's call for an audit, saying the governor has a well-established habit of siccing auditors on anyone who refuses to bow to him. "It comes as no surprise that Gov. Stitt has called for an audit of my office. He has a well-established pattern of targeting those who hold him accountable. I welcome it. "Before Oklahomans accept the premise of this audit requestat face value, they should understand what our budget actually is. Nearly 64 cents of every dollar that flows through the Attorney General's Office is not an operating expense - it is pass-through funding that goes directly back to Oklahomans. That includes restitution to independent pharmacies recovered through pharmacy benefit manager enforcement, opioid settlement funds distributed to communities devastated by the addiction crisis, grants to county sheriffs, and other funds that exist solely to put money in the right hands.
"Over the last three years, the State Legislature has repeatedly seen fit to expand the responsibilities and budget of my office. That's not an accident. They allocated additional authority over pharmacy benefit management enforcement and compliance and charged us with combating human trafficking. Why? Because this office gets results, and because someone has to clean up the messes left behind.
"In 2023, I stood up the Organized Crime Task Force specifically to address the illegal marijuana crisis -- a crisis that took root and flourished under the governor's watch. Since then, we have shut down more than 7,000 illegal operations across this state.
"The Legislature has responded to our performance by giving us more resources. The governor has responded by calling for an audit. Oklahomans can draw their own conclusions about what that says.
"My office has nothing to hide."
Of the Attorney General's $180 million budget, more than $115 million is pass-through funding for restitution and grants returned directly to Oklahomans.
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Original text here: https://oklahoma.gov/oag/news/newsroom/2026/may/drummond-blasts-stitt-for-weaponizing-audits.html
Minnesota Governor's Office Announces Appointments on May 22, 2026
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 23 -- The Minnesota Office of the Governor issued the following news release on May 22, 2026:* * *
Governor's Office Announces Appointments
The Office of the Governor today announced the following appointments to the Cannabis Advisory Council, Governor's Children's Cabinet Advisory Council, Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee, Lake Superior Center Authority, Metropolitan Airports Commission, Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority, Minnesota Foundation for Student Organizations, Minnesota Health and Education Facilities Authority, Minnesota Job Skills Partnership ... Show Full Article ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 23 -- The Minnesota Office of the Governor issued the following news release on May 22, 2026: * * * Governor's Office Announces Appointments The Office of the Governor today announced the following appointments to the Cannabis Advisory Council, Governor's Children's Cabinet Advisory Council, Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee, Lake Superior Center Authority, Metropolitan Airports Commission, Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority, Minnesota Foundation for Student Organizations, Minnesota Health and Education Facilities Authority, Minnesota Job Skills PartnershipBoard, Minnesota Rare Disease Advisory Council, MN Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Public Employees Retirement Association, State of Minnesota Board of Public Defense, State Rehabilitation Council - General, and The Ombudsman Committee for Mental Health & Developmental Disabilities.
James Hultgren - Osseo, MN
Cannabis Advisory Council
Veteran Member
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 3, 2028
Kennedy Montgomery - Alexandria, MN
Cannabis Advisory Council
Youth Member Outside the Metro Area
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
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About the Cannabis Advisory Council:
The legislature created the Cannabis Advisory Council in 2023 to review national cannabis policy, examine the effectiveness of state policy, review development in the cannabis and hemp consumer industries, and review developments in the study of cannabis flower, cannabis products, artificially derived cannabinoids, lower potency hemp edibles, and hemp-derived consumer products.
Additional information on the Cannabis Advisory Council can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.mn.gov%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F332/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/txuWyqbr4BPTw_RCeA-q_0Damrb5Cju_1QyGlB5dXuE=452).
Zohha Khan - Cottage Grove, MN
Governor's Children's Cabinet Advisory Council
Member #5
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 4, 2027
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About the Governor's Children's Cabinet Advisory Council:
The Governor's Children's Cabinet Advisory Council makes recommendations to the Children's Cabinet and has an important role in community engagement and bringing family and community voices to the Children's Cabinet's cross-agency efforts.
Additional information on the Governor's Children's Cabinet Advisory Council can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F263/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/P2yNBxLfrpfyTG8lUsxTeFLcAkUB9QK7brbxNFOc63I=452).
Patrick Faber - Fridley, MN
Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee
Member #5
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
Sterling Knox - Bemidji, MN
Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee
Member #2
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
Amanda Sieling - Hanley Falls, MN
Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee
Member #4
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
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About the Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee:
The Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee is the supervisory board for the federal Juvenile Justice Program with respect to preparation and administration of the state plan and award of grants. $55 per diem for non-public employees.
Additional information on the Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F74/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/wgaQcGrLIH_IWRrIkgc52i6iw7iFuKZD6cy1hbtMWJw=452).
Jack LaVoy - Duluth, MN
Lake Superior Center Authority
Governor's Appointee 4
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 5, 2032
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About the Lake Superior Center Authority:
The Lake Superior Center Authority has general corporation powers defined by Minnesota statutes, with the exception that the corporation may not act as a general partner in any partnership.
Additional information on the Lake Superior Center Authority can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.mn.gov%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F75/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/EEg9W4HJVC-WOusXt2Hxg7fTbtdqYIiZtL7ZlmPTSKc=452).
Dawn Tappy - Rochester, MN
Metropolitan Airports Commission
Key Airport Systems Rep #2
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 3, 2028
Patti Gartland - Saint Cloud, MN
Metropolitan Airports Commission
Intermediate Airport Systems Rep #1
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
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About the Metropolitan Airports Commission:
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) owns and operates Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and six reliever airports throughout the Twin Cities area. The MAC promotes air transportation locally, nationally, and internationally by developing the Twin Cities as an aviation center.
Additional information about the Metropolitan Airports Commission can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Flinks-2.govdelivery.com%2FCL0%2Fhttps:%252F%252Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.mn.gov%252FAgency%252FDetails%252F79%2F1%2F01010197b3000356-0291bd68-4068-4d03-8266-55b00eb9782a-000000%2F8LHEH3OX3Uv-_aRNcEOyZtEaoWp1GMY6uFlqXzFx0KI=411/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/aU2i8uY4Lxnkz7p75i3fiLik3nm4Pd45e6QPZRsM9qk=452).
Natalie O'Connor - Richfield, MN
Minnesota Rare Disease Advisory Council
Social Worker
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
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About the Minnesota Rare Disease Advisory Council:
The Minnesota Rare Disease Advisory Council advises on policies, access, equity, research, diagnosis, treatment, and education related to rare diseases for health providers, state agencies, and legislative bodies. Its duties include providing resources, recommending best practices, addressing barriers for rare disease patients, and advising state government agencies on related policies.
Additional information on the Minnesota Rare Disease Advisory Council can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F304/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/IUF-zMN8uBOXMbB-St6OdjDPwA3BEZlW56DELi9BsSk=452).
Marcus Mills - Minneapolis, MN
Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority
Member with expertise in environmental justice
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
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About the Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority:
The Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority helps accelerate the deployment of clean energy projects, greenhouse gas emissions reduction projects, and other qualified projects using public funds in the form of grants, loans, credit enhancements, and other financing mechanisms.
Additional information on the Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F329/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/YKaro0PHxY_D-46Lf5VO_VA-c3UYYmtbKDhttCsrJVA=452).
Benjamin Kusch - Apple Valley, MN
Minnesota Foundation for Student Organizations
Education Representative - Secondary School Administrator
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
Kaitlin Stevens - Brooklyn Park, MN
Minnesota Foundation for Student Organizations
Business, Industry, and Labor - Business Representative
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
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About the Minnesota Foundation for Student Organizations:
The Minnesota Foundation for Student Organizations Board of Directors promotes and supports career and technical student organizations as they work to provide student opportunities for leadership, personal development, community service, and career preparation.
Additional information on the Minnesota Foundation for Student Organizations can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F310/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/gEGMRmdk9WcSWN2Cyv9SH1SXVHt_SN-1Yz08WaL8FaA=452).
Tim Rice - Motley, MN
Minnesota Health and Education Facilities Authority
Member
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
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About the Minnesota Health and Education Facilities Authority:
The purpose of the authority shall be to assist health care organizations and institutions of higher education in the construction, financing, and refinancing of projects.
Additional information on the Minnesota Health and Education Facilities Authority can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/Jfqjgd6Hbx3E9uPaNjLJzu60XfGPUZMw1SeiJR65o98=452).
Hannah Alstead - Minneapolis, MN
Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Board
Governor's Workforce Development Board Member - Labor Representative #1
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
Bernadette Burnham - New Brighton, MN
Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Board
Governor's Workforce Development Board Member - Labor Representative #2
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
Jeffrey Rainey - Minneapolis, MN
Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Board
Governor's Workforce Development Board Member - Business Representative #2
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
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About the Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Board:
The Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Board administers the Job Skills Partnership grant programs which bring employers with specific training needs together with educational or other non-profit institutions which can design programs to meet those needs. The board provides grants to educational institutions and other nonprofit organizations for the purpose of training workers. The board also administers the state's Dislocated Worker Program.
Additional information on the Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Board can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F112/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/MLrONDWk0p2xT3knwD99mgNK5n50ZecyfA9VywRl4yw=452).
Jessica Eliason - Saint Paul, MN
MN Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Chiropractor Member #1
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
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About the MN Board of Chiropractic Examiners:
The Board of Chiropractic Examiners licenses and regulates chiropractors, handles complaints, reviews and approves continuing education programs, and registers professional corporations.
Additional information on the MN Board of Chiropractic Examiners can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F100/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/4SsklD1E402JBiiEEYcdj20i28cCmHEXeBiXNv40HIg=452).
Jeanna Lilleberg - Atwater, MN
Public Employees Retirement Association
School Boards Representative
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 31, 2030
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About the Public Employees Retirement Association:
The Public Employees Retirement Association provides retirement, survivor, and disability benefits for public employees of county and local government. The management of the public employee's retirement fund is vested in a board of trustees.
Additional information on the Public Employees Retirement Association can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F/2/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/FDRDZ8_AYqMEBVJYEAc2DycsyuhnUBLiUnJESkIEMDM=452).
Alfreda Daniels - Brooklyn Center, MN
State of Minnesota Board of Public Defense
Public Member #4
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 7, 2030
Nitaya Jandragholica - Austin, MN
State of Minnesota Board of Public Defense
Public Member #1
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 1, 2029
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About the State of Minnesota Board of Public Defense:
The Minnesota Board of Public Defense approves and recommends a budget to the Legislature, and establishes procedures for distribution of state funding for the board, the Office of State Public Defender, the judicial district public defenders, and the public defense corporations. The board also appoints the State Public Defender and all Chief Public Defenders of Judicial Districts.
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Additional information on the State of Minnesota Board of Public Defense can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F148/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/tvy_fxWfabBBWlV7T5D-cXvB-jNrAy0TbS_ry7JHjvE=452).
Abbie Wells-Herzog - Burnsville, MN
State Rehabilitation Council - General
Disability Advocacy Group Rep #1
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 1, 2029
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About the State Rehabilitation Council - General:
The State Rehabilitation Council is responsible for advising state government on the performance of Minnesota's Vocational Rehabilitation programs.
Additional information on the State Rehabilitation Council - General can be found on the Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us%2FAgency%2FDetails%2F150/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/SeOjXJisp1ClvEDh_DV2uozeNq-8u25KyOir7i0uE7E=452).
Dawn Bly - Fosston, MN
The Ombudsman Committee for Mental Health & Developmental Disabilities
Consumer Representative A
Effective: May 27, 2026
Term Expires: January 1, 2029
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About the The Ombudsman Committee for Mental Health & Developmental Disabilities:
The Ombudsman Committee for Mental Health & Developmental Disabilities dvises and assists the ombudsman in developing policies, plans and programs to benefit persons with mental illness, developmental disabilities, chemical dependence and emotional disturbance.
Additional information on the the Ombudsman Committee for Mental Health & Developmental Disabilities can be found on the Secretary of State's website.
The Governor and Lieutenant Governor are seeking qualified and diverse individuals who are passionate about using their knowledge, skills, and lived experiences to serve the state of Minnesota. A list of boards and commissions, including open positions, can be found on the Minnesota Secretary of State's website (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fcommissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us%2FPosition/1/0101019e51486e8a-16418a9a-6f46-4bb2-a96c-bdef6237831e-000000/x-8TbdEMdNz-JFaMIV_RSzDfqVEdk9GJUPpF5XpKyQ4=452).
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URL: Cannabis Advisory Council
URL: Governor's Children's Cabinet Advisory Council
URL: Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee
URL: Lake Superior Center Authority
URL: Metropolitan Airports Commission
URL: Minnesota Rare Disease Advisory Council
URL: Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority
URL: Minnesota Foundation for Student Organizations
URL: Minnesota Health and Education Facilities Authority
URL: Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Board
URL: MN Board of Chiropractic Examiners
URL: Public Employees Retirement Association
URL: Ombudsman Committee for Mental Health & Developmental Disabilities
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Original text here: https://mn.gov/governor/newsroom/press-releases/#/detail/appId/1/id/750450
Minn. Gov. Walz Appoints Nathan Sosinski, Stacy St George, and Kathryn Fodness to Fill Tenth Judicial District Vacancies
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 23 -- Gov. Tim Walz, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release on May 22, 2026:* * *
Governor Walz Appoints Nathan Sosinski, Stacy St George, and Kathryn Fodness to Fill Tenth Judicial District Vacancies
Governor Tim Walz today announced the appointment of Nathan Sosinski, Stacy St George, and Kathryn Fodness as District Court Judges in Minnesota's Tenth Judicial District. These seats will be chambered in Buffalo in Wright County, Elk River in Sherburne County, and Center City in Chisago County.
Nathan Sosinski will be replacing the Honorable Suzanne Bollman for ... Show Full Article ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 23 -- Gov. Tim Walz, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release on May 22, 2026: * * * Governor Walz Appoints Nathan Sosinski, Stacy St George, and Kathryn Fodness to Fill Tenth Judicial District Vacancies Governor Tim Walz today announced the appointment of Nathan Sosinski, Stacy St George, and Kathryn Fodness as District Court Judges in Minnesota's Tenth Judicial District. These seats will be chambered in Buffalo in Wright County, Elk River in Sherburne County, and Center City in Chisago County. Nathan Sosinski will be replacing the Honorable Suzanne Bollman forthe seat chambered in Wright County.
"It is my honor to appoint Nathan Sosinski to the Wright County bench," said Governor Walz. "A longtime public defender and seasoned trial attorney, he is ready to hit the ground running. His experience advocating for clients from all walks of life gives him a deep understanding of the challenges individuals and families face in the justice system."
Stacy St George will be replacing the Honorable Walter M. Kaminsky for the seat chambered in Sherburne County.
"Stacy St George is an excellent fit for Sherburne County," said Governor Walz. "She brings deep expertise at the intersection of mental health and the justice system and helped spearhead the creation of an innovative Rule 20.01 Competency Court. I look forward to her bringing that thoughtful, problem-solving approach to the bench."
Kathryn Fodness will be replacing the Honorable Douglas B. Meslow for the seat chambered in Chisago County.
"It is also my great pleasure to appoint Kathryn Fodness to the Chisago County bench," said Governor Walz. "Her career is defined by leadership, high-stakes litigation, and service to state and local governments. She brings a clear, steady approach under pressure while never losing sight of the people she serves, and I am confident she will be an outstanding judge."
Minnesota's Tenth Judicial District encompasses Anoka, Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Pine, Sherburne, Washington, and Wright counties.
About Nathan Sosinski:
Nathan Sosinski is the managing attorney at the Tenth Judicial District Public Defender's Office in Washington County, where he represents clients in felony criminal cases. He was previously the managing attorney at the public defender's office in Pine, Isanti, Chisago, and Kanabec counties and an assistant county attorney in Pine County. Sosinski's community involvement includes serving as an instructor at the Minnesota Public Defender's Office Trial School and as a member of the Washington County Community Corrections Advisory Board. He previously served as a member of the Criminal Sexual Conduct Statutory Reform Working Group, a board member for the Centennial Lakes Little League, a coach for middle school girls' basketball and softball teams, and a judge for collegiate and high school mock trial. He earned his B.A. from the University of Northern Iowa and his J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law.
About Stacy St George:
Stacy St George is an assistant chief of the Criminal Division at the Dakota County Attorney's Office, where she has worked extensively in criminal prosecution with a focus on violent crimes. Through her role, she assisted in the development of the first Rule 20.01 Competency Court in the First Judicial District, which prioritizes treatment and support for individuals living with mental illness in the criminal justice system. St George previously served as the assistant head of the Criminal Division in the Anoka County Attorney's Office and as an assistant county attorney in Isanti County. Her community involvement includes serving on the policy committee of the Minnesota Children's Alliance and as a board member for the Forest Lake Athletic Association. She earned her B.A. from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and her J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law.
About Kathryn Fodness:
Kathryn Fodness is an assistant city attorney with the Minneapolis City Attorney's Office, where her practice focuses on labor and employment law, including litigation and the creation and implementation of policies related to police reform. She previously served as general counsel for Minnesota Management and Budget, where she acted as the agency's chief legal officer, the executive branch's chief labor and employment law counsel, and the state ethics officer. Fodness also worked as an assistant attorney general at the Office of the Minnesota Attorney General and a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Regina M. Chu in Minnesota's Fourth Judicial District. Her community involvement includes serving as a volunteer mock mediator in skills courses at the University of Minnesota Law School and as a mentor for law students interested in public practice. She earned her B.A. from the University of Minnesota and her J.D. from Hamline University School of Law.
For more information about the judicial selection process, please visit the Governor's Judicial Appointments webpage (https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fmn.gov%2Fgovernor%2Fadministration%2Fjudicialappointments%2F/1/0101019e512bd217-ab94a31a-d2cf-4155-a45e-bfd0b32bb616-000000/BYsyHzjgxXpOzVuImsEPkt3cAdND39rh792u_MkAbkw=452).
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Original text here: https://mn.gov/governor/newsroom/press-releases/#/detail/appId/1/id/750448
HAWAII GOV. GREEN SIGNS BILLS TO STRENGTHEN AND PROTECT ESSENTIAL PUBLIC SERVICES
HONOLULU, Hawaii, May 23 -- Gov. Josh Green, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release on May 21, 2026:* * *
GOVERNOR GREEN SIGNS BILLS TO STRENGTHEN AND PROTECT ESSENTIAL PUBLIC SERVICES
Governor Josh Green signed four measures into law today to strengthen public services, support working families and improve government operations across Hawaii. Together, these bills reflect the state's commitment to responsive governance and prioritizing the well-being of our local communities.
"These key pieces of legislation uplift the people who keep Hawaii strong and will help to ensure our communities ... Show Full Article HONOLULU, Hawaii, May 23 -- Gov. Josh Green, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release on May 21, 2026: * * * GOVERNOR GREEN SIGNS BILLS TO STRENGTHEN AND PROTECT ESSENTIAL PUBLIC SERVICES Governor Josh Green signed four measures into law today to strengthen public services, support working families and improve government operations across Hawaii. Together, these bills reflect the state's commitment to responsive governance and prioritizing the well-being of our local communities. "These key pieces of legislation uplift the people who keep Hawaii strong and will help to ensure our communitieshave access to essential services and opportunities," said Governor Green. "From protecting food assistance and healthcare access to ensuring hard-working middle-class residents keep more of their income in their pockets, these new laws will stabilize quality of life across the state. I appreciate the collaboration of lawmakers, advocates and community partners who helped advance these important initiatives."
SB3125: RELATING TO INCOME TAX
Senate Bill 3125 (Act 24) strengthens Hawaii's long-term fiscal outlook by making targeted changes to the state's tax structure in response to a projected revenue shortfall, driven in part by recent federal actions that are expected to reduce state revenues by nearly $3 billion. The law preserves a vast majority of income tax relief from Act 46, Session Laws of Hawaii 2024, for low- and middle-income households, while revising certain future tax bracket and rate adjustments and repealing or sunsetting selected tax credits. By taking a measured approach, the law protects essential public services such as SNAP and healthcare, while continuing to support working families facing rising costs for housing, food, utilities and other necessities.
"This law reflects a balanced and responsible approach to safeguarding Hawaii's financial future," said Governor Green. "It preserves meaningful tax relief for working families while ensuring we have the resources to protect essential services that our residents depend on every day. I'm grateful to the Legislature for taking this measured approach to strengthen our fiscal foundation, while continuing to support local families during a time of economic uncertainty."
The Governor is working with the private sector to bring additional investments in the very near future to support the renewable energy industry. He is also actively working with the Legislature to sustain larger-scale renewable energy tax credits for 2026, which may require expedited legislation in 2027.
HB2310: MAKING AN EMERGENCY APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
House Bill 2310 (Act 21) maintains emergency food assistance and healthcare services for Hawaii residents by providing an emergency appropriation to the Department of Human Services. It allows the department to restore general funds that were redirected for emergency SNAP assistance during the 2025 federal government shutdown and supports continued health insurance coverage for individuals affected by changes to federal coverage. This measure ensures continuity of essential public assistance programs and fulfillment of existing program obligations.
HB1696: RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSES
House Bill 1696 (Act 22) expands workforce opportunities and addresses commercial driver shortages in Hawaii by amending qualifications for intrastate commercial driving. It lowers the minimum age from 19 to 18 and establishes safeguards for commercial motor vehicle drivers by requiring drivers under 21 to participate in a registered apprenticeship or structured employer training program that meets specified requirements.
SB3102: RELATING TO PORT PILOTAGE
Senate Bill 3102 (Act 23) improves oversight and facilitation of Hawaii's port pilotage system, by including the Department of Transportation in advising the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs on port pilot licensure standards, requirements and qualifications. This law helps streamline regulatory responsibilities and modernize port pilotage administration in Hawaii.
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Original text here: https://governor.hawaii.gov/newsroom/office-of-the-governor-news-release-governor-green-signs-bills-to-strengthen-and-protect-essential-public-services/
Ala. Workforce Dept.: Alabama's Unemployment Rate Increases Slightly in April State Sets New Record High Jobs Count
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, May 23 (TNSxrep) -- The Alabama Department of Workforce issued the following news release on May 22, 2026:* * *
Alabama's Unemployment Rate Increases Slightly in April State Sets New Record High Jobs Count
Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed announced today that Alabama's April preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is 2.8%, up slightly from March's rate of 2.7%, and below April 2025's rate of 2.9%.'s rate. The rate represents 67,115 unemployed persons, compared to 65,467 in March and 69,951 in April 2025.
The number of people counted as employed ... Show Full Article MONTGOMERY, Alabama, May 23 (TNSxrep) -- The Alabama Department of Workforce issued the following news release on May 22, 2026: * * * Alabama's Unemployment Rate Increases Slightly in April State Sets New Record High Jobs Count Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed announced today that Alabama's April preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is 2.8%, up slightly from March's rate of 2.7%, and below April 2025's rate of 2.9%.'s rate. The rate represents 67,115 unemployed persons, compared to 65,467 in March and 69,951 in April 2025. The number of people counted as employedincreased by 3,579 over the year to 2,311,287. The civilian labor force also increased to 2,378,402, with 1,103 more people joining over the year. Prime-aged workers (25-54 years old) are working at a rate of 79.3%.
Over the year, wage and salary employment increased by 13,200 to 2,211,300, a new record high, with gains in the government sector (+4,700), the private education and health services sector (+4,100), and the leisure and hospitality sector (+3,400), among others.
Construction jobs in Alabama grew to 111,800, marking the industry's highest employment level since January 2008. Additionally, average weekly wages in the manufacturing sector increased to a new record high of $1,407.08, also representing the first times wages in this sector surpassed the $1,400 mark.
"Construction and manufacturing are among the most vital sectors of our economy," continued Reed. "When we continue to see growth and even more importantly, wage growth, in these sectors, that signifies sustained economic growth. Additionally, we are continuing to see Alabama employers adding jobs and hiring workers at record levels."
Counties with the lowest unemployment rates are: Shelby and Elmore Counties at 2.0%, Morgan, Marshall, Limestone, Lee, Chilton, Chambers, and Blount Counties at 2.1%, and Madison, Lawrence, Franklin, DeKalb, Cleburne, Baldwin, and Autauga Counties at 2.2%. Counties with the highest unemployment rates are: Greene County at 5.5%, Monroe and Perry Counties at 5.3%, and Wilcox County at 4.9%.
Major cities with the lowest unemployment rates are: Trussville and Pelham at 1.7%, Vestavia Hills at 1.8%, and Alabaster at 1.9%. Major cities with the highest unemployment rates are: Prichard at 5.4%, Selma at 4.7%, and Bessemer at 3.8%.
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"Seasonal adjustment" refers to BLS's practice of anticipating certain trends in the labor force, such as hiring during the holidays or the surge in the labor force when students graduate in the spring, and removing their effects to the civilian labor force.
The Current Population (CPS), or the household survey, is conducted by the Census Bureau and identifies members of the work force and measures how many people are working or looking for work.
The establishment survey, which is conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), a division of the U.S. Department of Labor, surveys employers to measure how many jobs are in the economy. This is also referred to as wage and salary employment.
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Original text here: https://adol.alabama.gov/2026/05/alabamas-unemployment-rate-increases-slightly-in-april/