Kay Ivey is the 54th Governor of Alabama, having taken office on April 10, 2017. She is the second woman to serve as governor in Alabama's history. A member of the Republican Party, Ivey previously served as the state's Lieutenant Governor from 2015 to 2017. Throughout her tenure, she has focused on issues such as economic development, education reform, and public safety. Ivey has been a prominent figure in Alabama politics, advocating for conservative policies and initiatives.