HB273 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment to Section 264 of the Alabama Constitution requiring Board of Trustees members of the University of Alabama System to be graduates of the University of Alabama, University of Alabama at Birmingham, or University of Alabama in Huntsville.

• Increases the board composition from two to three members per congressional district, with one member required to be a graduate of each of the three universities, plus the State Superintendent of Education and Governor as ex officio members.

• Sets initial trustee terms at no more than six years, staggered so one term expires every three years per district, with successors serving six-year terms limited to three consecutive terms and mandatory retirement at age 70.

• Requires the board to elect additional and successor trustees by secret ballot, with Senate confirmation, and prohibits trustees from receiving compensation beyond actual expenses.

• Establishes election procedures in accordance with Alabama Constitution Sections 284 and 285 and requires ballot language describing the amendment for voter approval.