Alabama SB4 mandates local boards of education to allow elective credit for students attending religious instruction during school hours.

Alabama SB4 amends the Alabama Released Time Credit Act to require local boards of education to implement policies allowing students to earn elective credit for attending religious instruction during school hours. The bill specifies that no public funds or personnel are involved in the instruction, and students cannot be released from core curriculum classes. The State Board of Education will adopt minimum attendance standards for credit eligibility. The policy must comply with existing laws and regulations, and local boards may tailor policies to meet specific needs.

Alabama SB4 mandates local boards of education to allow elective credit for students attending religious instruction during school hours.

Alabama SB4 amends the Alabama Released Time Credit Act to require local boards of education to implement policies allowing students to earn elective credit for attending religious instruction during school hours. The bill specifies that no public funds or personnel are involved in the instruction, and students cannot be released from core curriculum classes. The State Board of Education will adopt minimum attendance standards for credit eligibility. The policy must comply with existing laws and regulations, and local boards may tailor policies to meet specific needs.