Millions of Americans could be receiving large checks, as well as a potential pay raise.
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey proposed the rebates during her annual State of the State address.
She proudly declared, “Alabama is thriving,” and explained her plan to put more money back into the hands of residents.
“A paycheck doesn’t go as far as it used to,” Mrs Ivey said.
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey proposed the rebates during her annual State of the State address.(Photo: cullmantimes.com)
“That’s why I am calling on you to put nearly a billion dollars back into the hands of hardworking, taxpaying Alabamians through one-time rebates of $400. That’s $800 for our hardworking families, and it couldn’t have come at a better time.”
Alabama still has $1 billion in funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), a $1.9 trillion relief plan designed to help the country recover from the effects of the pandemic.
According to Alabama Public Radio, the ARPA originally allocated $2.1 billion to Alabama, the majority of which went to water and sewer projects, broadband expansion, and healthcare costs.
Pay Raise
The governor’s proposal also included a 2% pay raise for teachers.
Mrs. Ivey’s plan aims to raise starting salaries in the Southeast to the highest in the region by the end of her term, implement mandatory kindergarten before first grade, and provide more start-up money to charter schools.
While this would benefit teachers, students, and their families, Democratic legislative leaders are not yet on board.
Read also: Tax Credits: What Caused the Drop In Child Poverty Rate In NYC?
