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AL HB511

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Reed Ingram

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment requiring local boards of education to conduct The Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of each school day in all public K-12 schools, with voluntary student participation
  • Requires local boards to adopt policies allowing student-initiated and student-led prayer in public K-12 schools, with no student compelled to participate
  • Guarantees students the right to opt out of both the Pledge of Allegiance and prayer based on their own beliefs
  • Violations may be reported to the local superintendent of education, who shall review the complaint
  • Passed the Alabama House on March 10, 2026 with 94 Yeas, 3 Nays, and 6 Abstentions; requires voter approval to take effect

Legislative Description

Public K-12 education; Pledge of Allegiance and prayer required each day, constitutional amendment

Constitutional Amendments Statewide

Last Action

Pending Senate Education Policy

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Education Policy3/11/2026
State Government2/25/2026

Full Bill Text

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