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AL HB196

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Matt Simpson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Public high schools in Alabama must annually designate one school day during the fall semester for military recruiters to administer the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) on campus
  • Student participation in the ASVAB testing is voluntary
  • Schools are required to provide appropriate testing accommodations for the exam
  • Amends existing Section 16-1-25 of the Code of Alabama 1975, which already requires public schools to grant military recruiters the same access as prospective employers
  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Public high schools, required to designate time and space for military recruiters to administer the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery to students on campus on a voluntary basis

Education

Last Action

Pending House Education Policy

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Education Policy1/13/2026

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