Alabama · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 580: 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

Enacted Last action April 13, 2026: Enacted

Plain-language summary

HB 580 is a bill introduced in the Alabama House on March 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: 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. Primary sponsor: Troy Stubbs (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Enacted.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Troy Stubbs (Republican).