As many workers and students enjoy a day off Monday, Gov. Kay Ivey thanked those who help drive Alabama's workforce and industry innovation.
Ivey released a video from her office last Friday ahead of Labor Day weekend, taking time to celebrate Alabama's labor force.
"Labor Day is a time to honor the men and women who have built this state and who continue to move Alabama forward, solidifying us as a powerhouse in our various industries and a leader in innovation," Ivey said.
"From the brave men and women who protect and serve to the skilled hands that craft our 'Made in Alabama' goods to the educators who shape our future to the healthcare workers who care for our people, every Alabamian's contribution is invaluable," she continued. "Y'all's hard work is the backbone of our prosperity today and tomorrow."
According to the Alabama Department of Labor's most recent data, the state's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for July was slightly lower than June's, at 2.8% versus 2.9%, respectively. The labor force participation rate, however, remained unchanged at 57.5%.
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