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AL SB335
Bill
Status
3/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Gerald Allen
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AI Summary
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Creates the American History and Civics Excellence Initiative within the State Department of Education, consisting of an online course of study requiring a minimum of 50 educational hours to complete
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Course curriculum covers philosophical foundations of the American Republic, American exceptionalism, comparative analysis of governing philosophies, civic participation, and citizens' rights and responsibilities
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High school teachers with valid Alabama Teacher Certificates who complete the course may apply for the American History and Civics Seal of Excellence Endorsement on their certification
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Teachers who earn the endorsement may apply for a one-time $3,000 stipend, subject to legislative appropriation
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State Superintendent of Education appoints a program director (subject to Senate confirmation) to manage the initiative; State Board of Education oversees the program and adopts implementing rules; effective October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Teacher certification; American History and Civics Excellence Initiative, created within the Department of Education; online course of study and endorsement for high school teachers, provided for; one-time stipend, provided for; State Board of Education, required to adopt rules
Education
Last Action
Pending Senate Education Policy
3/3/2026