SB240 Summary

• Judge of probate in each county may appoint up to two unpaid student interns per precinct to work at polling places on election day.

• Student interns must be at least 16 years old, county/municipality residents, recommended by a school official, and enrolled as juniors or seniors in high school or as college students.

• Student interns cannot determine voter qualifications during challenges or operate voting equipment, and must remain under supervision of poll managers at all times.

• Student interns must complete all required poll worker training and any additional training deemed necessary by election officials before performing duties.

• Student interns working four or more hours during school hours on election day or training days qualify for excused absences under Alabama Code Chapter 28 of Title 16.