Saturday, June 13, 2026

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religious exemptions

Health / Legislature

Bill reintroduced to ease religious exemptions in Alabama schools

The bill would allow written declarations for vaccine religious exemptions in Alabama schools and colleges.

August 14, 2025

Bill reintroduced to enhance religious exemptions for vaccinations, mask-use

This bill, entitled the Alabama Conscientious Right to Refuse Act, cited "reasons of conscience, including religious convictions" as legally protected justifications.

July 16, 2025

Alabama Senate passes bill loosening regulations for religious vaccine exemptions

SB85 simplifies religious vaccination exemptions, which raised concerns about public health risks.

April 4, 2025