SB1269

Public schools; volunteer chaplains; authorization

Chamber Passed·2/20/25

Arizona SB1269 authorizes public schools to allow volunteer chaplains and requires parental consent and policies.

Arizona SB1269 permits school district governing boards and charter school governing bodies to allow volunteer school chaplains to provide support, services, or programs to students. It mandates that each school district or charter school maintain a list of volunteer chaplains, including their religious affiliations, and post this list on their websites. The bill requires schools to notify parents and obtain written consent before students can receive support or services from a volunteer chaplain.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 31–25 · Feb 20, 2025
Current
The House
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

31 Yea

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25 Nay

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4 Not Voting

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Calendar

Mar 17, 2025

1:00 PM

House Rules

Mar 11, 2025

2:00 PM

House Education

History

Apr 22, 2025

Senate

Senate Conference Committee recommended

Apr 22, 2025

Senate

Senate minority caucus: Conference

Apr 14, 2025

House

House third reading PASSED voting: (31-25-4-0)