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PRICE Act

Legislature

NO CAP? Detractors ask “What’s the ceiling?” on private school tax credits

Sen. Arthur Orr, R-Decatur, said he is expecting to substitute the current bill to include some kind of spending limitation.

February 15, 2024

Alabama House passes School Choice Act

The bill was one of two controversial school choice bills up for the Legislature in this session.

May 12, 2023

Smitherman: PRICE Act takes money from needy students

A Senate committee gave the "school choice" bill a favorable report, but lawmakers warned that it faces a tough road to a vote.

May 11, 2023

House Education Committee moves two bills, delays action on “choice” bill

A bill reworking charter school governance and another streamlining teacher certifications for professionals got favorable reports.

May 4, 2023

Educators, advocacy groups make arguments regarding school voucher bill

Proponents say the voucher system gives parents the freedom to choose better educational environments.

April 27, 2023