The bill SB99 mandates that local boards of education in Alabama display the Ten Commandments and other foundational documents of the United States in public schools, specifically in classrooms for grades five through twelve and in common areas. This requirement is contingent upon the availability of donations to cover the costs of the displays, ensuring that public schools are not financially burdened. The bill emphasizes the historical significance of the Ten Commandments, asserting their integral role in understanding the moral and legal foundations of the nation. It also allows the State Board of Education to adopt rules regarding the implementation of these displays, while providing a disclaimer that personal faith choices are left to students and their families to avoid any establishment of religion.

Furthermore, the bill encourages local boards of education to utilize free materials for the displays and mandates the State Department of Education to identify and provide resources to assist in compliance. The act is designed to acknowledge the historical importance of the Ten Commandments and the Judeo-Christian tradition in shaping American civil society, while adhering to the Alabama Constitution's prohibition against the establishment of religion. The bill does not include any deletions from current law but introduces new provisions regarding the display of the Ten Commandments in educational settings, with an effective date set for October 1, 2026.