The bill amends Sections 16-46B-1, 16-46B-2, and 16-46B-7 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to enhance the integration of computer science education in public K-12 schools. It expands the definition of "computer science" to include emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and emphasizes the importance of teaching students to create new technologies rather than just using existing ones. The bill mandates that all public school students in Alabama must complete an approved computer science course to graduate, starting with students graduating in the 2030-2031 school year. Additionally, it establishes standards for approved computer science courses and requires that these courses be of high quality and meet specific curriculum requirements.

Furthermore, the bill outlines that beginning with the graduating class of 2031, students must demonstrate digital literacy by earning at least one credit in a department-approved high school level computer science course, which will not increase the total number of credits required for graduation. The computer science credit can fulfill requirements for mathematics, science, career and technical education, or elective credits, depending on the local superintendent's discretion. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.