Alabama Senate committee passes school prayer and pledge bill
The proposed constitutional amendment advanced Tuesday without discussion, though it would ultimately require approval from Alabama voters.
Pledge of Allegiance
Pledge, prayer period could soon be mandated in Alabama schools
Alabama voters would ultimately have to approve the constitutional amendment if it clears the Senate.
House committees advance school prayer bills
Two Alabama House committees advanced similar school prayer bills, debating funding penalties, constitutionality concerns and whether schools should mandate daily prayer.
House committee debates school prayer amendment, holds bill
The House Education Policy Committee delayed the proposed constitutional amendment on school prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance after lawmakers raised funding and implementation concerns.
Lawmaker proposes bill forcing schools to lead pledge of allegiance or lose funding
The bill would also require boards to decide whether to host a voluntary time of prayer and bible reading.
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