Bill > HB582

This bill seeks to prohibit social-emotional learning (SEL) in Alabama's public K-12 schools, defining SEL broadly as programming that addresses non-cognitive social factors like self-awareness, relationship skills, and emotional management. The legislation would ban schools, boards of education, teachers, administrators, and volunteers from promoting, purchasing, using, or teaching SEL concepts through curricula, training, or instructional materials. The bill specifically prohibits using materials from organizations like the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning and forbids associations with groups promoting SEL. Additionally, the bill requires prior written parental consent before students can participate in surveys that seek sensitive personal information, including details about political beliefs, mental health, sexual behavior, religious practices, and family relationships. Any violations of these provisions would be considered neglect of duty, and disciplinary actions against school personnel must be annually reported to legislative education committees. The bill is set to take effect on August 1, 2025, and represents a significant restriction on social-emotional learning approaches in Alabama's public education system.

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