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.
PRICE Act
Alabama House passes School Choice Act
The bill was one of two controversial school choice bills up for the Legislature in this session.
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.
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.
Educators, advocacy groups make arguments regarding school voucher bill
Proponents say the voucher system gives parents the freedom to choose better educational environments.