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A South Dakota state senator proposed a bill this week making it mandatory for school children in that state to recite the pledge of allegiance at the beginning of the school day. Rep. Hal Wick, a Republican from Sioux Falls, said the proposal would apply to all students in public and private schools in the state. read more
The current Alabama statute reads: "The State Board of Education shall afford all students attending public kindergarten, primary and secondary schools the opportunity each school day to voluntarily recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States Flag." Ala. Code ยง 16-43-5 (2005). An amendment to this statute is pending. read more