Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that authorizes more power in governing boards over faculty at four year institutions in Alabama.

Highlights:

• Requires that any representative faculty organization at a public institution of higher education that was established before October 1, 2026, be abolished unless they meet the following criteria (Sec. 2):

• Ensure adequate representation of each college and school of the institution;

• Senate leadership positions be appointed by the university president; and

• The total number of members does not exceed 60 members.

• Specifies that a faculty senate is for advisory purposes only and may not make decisions on any matter (Sec. 2).

• Prohibits faculty senates from issuing public statements on behalf of the institution (Sec. 2).

• Requires governing boards to adopt a policy for the granting of tenure and the dismissal of tenured members (Sec. 2).

• Authorizes educational institutions to design its policies to fit their circumstances (Sec. 2).

• Specifies that this act is effective on October 1, 2026 (Sec. 3).

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