HB45 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment to authorize the display of the Ten Commandments on state property and on property owned or administered by public schools and public bodies in Alabama.

• Guarantees religious freedom including the right to worship according to conscience and prohibits compelling persons to attend or support any place of worship or minister.

• Protects civil and political rights from being diminished or enlarged based on religious beliefs.

• Requires any Ten Commandments display to comply with constitutional requirements by being intermingled with historical or educational items in a larger display.

• Prohibits expenditure of public funds in defense of the amendment's constitutionality and establishes that the amendment requires voter approval through a statewide election.