Alabama HB8 allows public K-12 schools to accept campus chaplains as volunteers, with local boards of education and governing bodies voting on the.

Alabama HB8 authorizes local boards of education and governing bodies of public charter schools to vote on allowing campus chaplains as volunteers. If approved, chaplains can provide support at the request of teachers. Chaplains must complete a recognized training program and pass a criminal history background check. Individuals convicted of sex offenses are prohibited from volunteering. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.

Alabama HB8 allows public K-12 schools to accept campus chaplains as volunteers, with local boards of education and governing bodies voting on the.

Alabama HB8 authorizes local boards of education and governing bodies of public charter schools to vote on allowing campus chaplains as volunteers. If approved, chaplains can provide support at the request of teachers. Chaplains must complete a recognized training program and pass a criminal history background check. Individuals convicted of sex offenses are prohibited from volunteering. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.