The bill aims to prohibit the use of the three-cueing system in reading instruction within public K-12 education in Alabama. It mandates that all reading instructional materials approved for use in schools must utilize structured literacy strategies focused on phonics and decoding, explicitly excluding the three-cueing system, which is defined as a model that relies on meaning, structure, syntax, and visual cues. The bill also establishes that local boards of education must ensure that instructional materials are high-quality and based on scientifically researched literacy strategies, and it outlines the responsibilities of the State Board of Education in monitoring compliance with these requirements.

Key provisions of the bill include the prohibition of instructional materials that employ the three-cueing system or visual memory for teaching word recognition, with a clear emphasis on using evidence-based strategies for teaching foundational reading skills. The bill also requires the State Board of Education to adopt rules for educator preparation programs to ensure that teacher candidates are trained in effective reading instruction methods. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025, allowing time for schools and educator preparation programs to adjust to the new requirements.