HB 659 Alabama House · 2026 Regular Session

Public K-12 education; Bill of Rights in the Classroom Act, publication of standardized version by State Department of Education required, display of the Bill of Rights in classrooms and on local board of education websites required, reporting process and remedies for noncompliance provided

This bill, known as the Bill of Rights in the Classroom Act, requires Alabama public schools to display the first ten amendments of the U.S. Constitution in every classroom and on local school district websites. The State Department of Education must create a standardized version of these amendments by January 2027, ensuring the text is presented without any commentary or interpretation. Starting in the 2027-2028 school year, parents can report if a school fails to comply with these display requirements, and they may seek legal action if the issue is not resolved within 30 days. The law also allows courts to award attorney fees to parents who successfully enforce these provisions.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 31, 2026 Last action Mar 31, 2026
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