Bill Hightower on Education

	Bill Hightower on Education

Protect religious expression by students in school

HB1: Student Religious Liberties Act: This bill would prohibit school districts from discriminating against a student or parent on the basis of a religious viewpoint or religious expression in public schools. This bill would require school districts to allow religious expression in class assignments and artwork, and provide students with the freedom to organize religious groups and activities.

Birmingham News analysis: [Proponents say the bill] ensures students maintain their constitutional rights, mentioning a Tennessee student who was kicked out of school for saying "bless you" after someone sneezed. [Opponents] questioned the need for the bill, saying the First Amendment already gives students this freedom.

Legislative Outcome: Passed House 80-11-14, Roll #60 on Mar/11/2015; Passed Senate 25-0-9, Roll #792 on May/5/2015; State Sen. Bill Hightower voted YES; Signed by Gov. Bentley on May/7/2015.

Source: Birmingham News on Alabama legislative voting record HB1 , May 5, 2015

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