AL HB203

Judge of probate in each county may appoint not more than one high school student per precinct to serve as a precinct election official on election day.

Student appointees must be high school students at time of election, residents of the county or municipality, and enrolled in a public high school, accredited private high school, or home instruction program.

Student officials cannot determine voter qualifications in challenged voter situations or operate and maintain voting equipment; must remain under supervision of poll managers at all times.

Student precinct election officials must complete all required training and any additional training deemed necessary before performing duties.

Students working four or more hours during school hours on election day or any training day are entitled to an excused absence from school under Chapter 28 of Title 16, Code of Alabama 1975.

Act becomes effective October 1, 2024.