The bill aims to expand access to approved dual enrollment courses for high school students across all local education agencies in Alabama. It mandates that local education agencies allow students to enroll in dual enrollment courses offered by local community colleges and universities, provided these courses are approved for dual credit by the State Department of Education. The bill stipulates that local education agencies must recognize and award high school credit to students who successfully complete these courses. Additionally, it requires students to consult with designated school personnel and dual enrollment staff to ensure that their course selections align with their college and career goals.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that local education agencies are not financially responsible for costs associated with dual enrollment unless otherwise specified by law or agreement. The State Department of Education is tasked with creating guidelines for the implementation of this act, which is set to take effect on August 1, 2025. The new legal language includes the insertion of provisions for the recognition of dual enrollment courses and the requirement for local education agencies to award high school credit, while no deletions from current law are noted in the text provided.