Montgomery, AL – Governor Kay Ivey proclaimed Wednesday, October 28, 2026, as First Responders Day in Alabama, recognizing public safety personnel who protect lives, safeguard property and respond to emergencies throughout the state.
The proclamation honors firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency medical technicians, 911 dispatchers, correctional officers, K-9 teams and other members of Alabama’s public safety community. It also acknowledges the families of first responders and the personal sacrifices associated with their service.
“Most Alabamians will never know the name of the dispatcher who sent help or the first responder who stood ready while their family slept. But when the call comes, we trust them with everything,” Ivey said. “Behind every uniform is someone with a family waiting at home, yet they show up for ours. That is an extraordinary commitment, and I hope every Alabama first responder knows how much it means to the people they serve.”
During her administration, Ivey has worked with the Alabama Legislature on measures intended to support first responders, including investments in emergency equipment and training, firefighter cancer coverage, tax relief for qualifying volunteer first responders and scholarship benefits for families of law enforcement officers.
Additional measures have included increased compensation for correctional officers and legislation addressing the emergency medical services workforce. Ivey has also signed legislation authorizing emergency medical care and transportation for police dogs injured in the line of duty.
The proclamation recognizes the responsibilities carried by first responders across Alabama, including those serving in municipal, county and state agencies, as well as personnel who provide emergency communications and support services.
Ivey encouraged Alabama residents to acknowledge the contributions of first responders serving their communities.
