Bill > SB59

This bill amends Alabama's existing school immunization requirements by allowing dependents of active duty military personnel to use their military medical records as proof of immunization when enrolling in kindergarten through 12th grade. Currently, schools require students to present a certification of immunization (commonly known as a Blue Card) for communicable diseases designated by the State Health Officer. The bill specifically adds language that enables military families to satisfy this requirement by presenting copies of their military medical records that demonstrate age-appropriate immunizations and testing. This change provides more flexibility for military families who may have difficulty obtaining traditional immunization documentation when transferring between schools or relocating. The amendment ensures that military dependent students can more easily enroll in Alabama public and private schools while maintaining the state's immunization standards. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving schools and families time to prepare for the new documentation option.

Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security

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