76th ALABAMA YOUTH LEGISLATURE CONFERENCE – February 26-March 1, 2026

Important Information:

1. Conference Registration Link:  Conference Registration
   1. Registration for Conference is due on February 2^nd.
2. Bill Submission Link: Bill Submission
   1. Bill Submissionis due by February 2^nd.
   2. Remember, teens must be registered to submit a bill.
   3. Make sure that you look over your bills to make sure they are appropriate.
3. Governor’s Cabinet Link: Governor’s Cabinet Application
   1. All Governor’s Cabinet Applications are due by December 21^st.
   2. Our Youth Governor will select positions over the holidays, and you can expect to hear by January 5^th.
   3. Remember that just because you apply, you are not guaranteed.
4. Media Application Link: Media Application
   1. Media decisions will be made by Mid-January so they can attend officer’s training.
5. Lobbyist Application Link:  Lobbyist Application
   1.  Lobbyist decision will be made by mid-January so they can attend officer’s training.

2026 Guidebook Link – Bill Book – Reach Out to Your Advisor or Conference Staff for Passcode

2026 Conference Schedule 

Nominations for the Youth Legislature Awards: 

*All awards must be nominated by an adult (advisor or volunteer). *

• Betty Carr Award
• Servant Leadership Award 
• Bill Barringer Scholarship 
• Sunshine Award

BILL PREPARATION

• Check out our Resources for additional documents and links.

Who participates?

• High School Students (grades 9-12)
• YMCA Staff and Teacher Advisors
• Volunteers