Military medical records as evidence of immunization for school admittance

SB 59 allows dependents of active-duty military personnel in Alabama to use copies of their military medical records - showing age-appropriate immunizations - as proof of vaccination for school enrollment, instead of the standard Blue Card. This directly affects military-connected students and their families, who often face challenges obtaining new immunization records when relocating. The bill amends Alabama Code §16-30-4 to permit this substitution for all public and private schools serving kindergarten through 12th grade. It does not change immunization requirements but streamlines enrollment by accepting military medical documentation. The law takes effect July 1, 2025.