Public institutions of higher education; faculty senates limited to advisory role, tenure policy required, review and dismissal of tenured faculty authorized, governing board authority over courses and curriculum provided

Summary

HB 580 changes how public colleges in Alabama are governed. It restricts faculty senates to an advisory function, requires a written tenure policy, permits review and possible dismissal of tenured faculty, and clarifies that the board of trustees can set courses and curriculum. The changes apply to all state‑run higher‑education institutions.

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