Kay Ivey

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey announced that state Finance Director Bill Poole will depart the role and appointed Doryan Carlton to lead the Alabama Department of Finance. The department oversees the state budget and fiscal operations. The change drew attention across state government and politics in Alabama, with observers watching how the transition will affect budget management going forward.

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has appointed a new state finance director, the official who oversees the state's budget and fiscal operations. Details about the appointee were not immediately provided. The announcement matters because the finance director plays a central role in managing Alabama's General Fund and Education Trust Fund budgets.

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has appointed a new state finance director, the official who oversees the state budget and fiscal policy. The announcement was reported by WSFA, the Montgomery-based news outlet. Few further details about the appointee or the timing of the transition were immediately available.