Alabama House committee OKs bill changing athletic eligibility for CHOOSE Act students

By: Andrea Tinker

Outlets: Alabama Reflector

Published: March 18, 2026

Words: 389

Last Updated: 2 days, 19 hours ago

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An Alabama House committee Wednesday approved a bill that would change the way the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) deems students eligible for sports.

HB 563, sponsored by Rep. Danny Garrett, R-Trussville, would allow students who receive money from the CHOOSE Act, a voucher-like program providing money that can be used for private school tuition, to maintain athletic eligibility after moving to a high school. Currently, AHSAA requires students who receive financial …

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