AL SB277

Allows display of religious holiday images such as nativity scenes, Christmas images, and Christmas trees on public property if the display includes at least one secular symbol or scene.

Establishes legislative findings based on the U.S. Supreme Court case Lynch v. Donnelly (1984), which held that nativity scenes on public property do not violate the Establishment Clause when displayed with secular symbols.

Adopts findings that the Constitution mandates accommodation of all religions rather than complete separation of church and state, and that indirect or incidental benefits to religion are constitutionally valid.

Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.