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AL SB305
AL SB305Campus chaplains; public K-12 schools authorized to accept as volunteers, local boards of education and governing bodies authorized to vote on whether to allow, limitations provided
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Introduced
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
In Committee
02/26/2026
02/26/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Campus chaplains; public K-12 schools authorized to accept as volunteers, local boards of education and governing bodies authorized to vote on whether to allow, limitations provided
AI Summary
This bill authorizes public K-12 schools and public charter schools in Alabama to accept campus chaplains as volunteers, starting with the 2026-2027 school year, after local boards of education or governing bodies vote to adopt such a policy. If approved, campus chaplains can be made available to provide support and services at the request of any teacher within the school district. These volunteers are not required to be certified by the State Board of Education but must have completed a recognized chaplain training program and undergo a criminal history background check, similar to other school personnel. Additionally, any campus chaplain volunteering under this provision cannot have been convicted of or adjudicated for an offense requiring sex offender registration. This act will take effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Pending House Education Policy (on 02/26/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/bill-search |
| Fiscal Note - Introduced | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/FiscalNotes/FN-ARMFPS7-1.pdf |
| BillText | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/SB305-int.pdf |
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