Public K-12 schools; playing nonpublic schools in post-season athletics, membership in certain athletic associations, competition against certain schools; prohibited

HB 547 prohibits public K-12 schools in Alabama from competing against private (nonpublic) schools in post-season athletic events after the regular season. It also bans public schools from joining athletic associations that restrict or discourage matchups with private schools, and requires public schools to meet specific safety and eligibility standards (like concussion protocols and physical exams) if they compete against schools from other associations. The law directly affects public school athletic programs and their membership in sports associations, with requirements including mandatory health screenings, concussion management, and compliance with national high school sports rules. The bill takes effect on October 1, 2025.