Governor Gov. Ivey signs bill mandating Ten Commandments displays in some schools Ivey signed a bill requiring donated Ten Commandments displays in some public schools, casting them as foundational to U.S. history and civics. StaffApril 13, 2026
Governor Alabama House passes Ten Commandments display in schools bill Alabama House passes bill requiring Ten Commandments displays in schools, sparking debate over religious freedom and constitutional concerns. Mary Claire WootenApril 10, 2026
Legislature Alabama Senate Republicans approve Ten Commandments bill after limiting debate The legislation passed Tuesday mandated the religious text in classrooms for fifth graders and older, relying on private donations to avoid legal challenges. Jacob HolmesApril 1, 2026
Education House committee advances Ten Commandments display bill The House Judiciary Committee advanced a bill requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in some school classrooms. Mary Claire WootenMarch 19, 2026
Legislature Interfaith clergy rally against bills inserting religion into schools Alabama faith leaders gathered outside the Statehouse to protest proposed legislation pushing school prayer, chaplains and the Ten Commandments. Jacob HolmesMarch 18, 2026
Legislature House passes bill requiring Ten Commandments in schools The bill would require displays in all K-12 classrooms that teach history. Jacob HolmesApril 18, 2025
Education House committee advances Ten Commandments, “Don’t Say Gay” bills Bills requiring schools display the Ten Commandments and further limit discussion of gender and sexuality were favorably reported on Wednesday. Chance PhillipsApril 10, 2025
Legislature Ten Commandments bill headed back to the drawing board Committee members asked for clarification on how the bill would apply to college campuses and how schools would be held accountable since the bill... Jacob HolmesApril 4, 2025
Legislature Senate committee hears debate on bill requiring Ten Commandments in schools Four Alabama faith leaders spoke against the bill, while four individuals spoke in favor of the bill. Jacob HolmesMarch 6, 2025
News Lawmakers push Ten Commandments mandate, faith leaders push back Faith leaders from the Interfaith Alliance of Central Alabama have expressed strong opposition, citing concerns over religious freedom. StaffMarch 5, 2025