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Jax State Moves to Align with New Law | Birmingham News
Jacksonville State University is rolling up its sleeves to comply with Alabama’s new House Bill 580, which reshapes how public universities govern faculty, tenure, and academic programs. The Board of Trustees has approved a resolution to kick off policy development—deadline: October 1, 2026. Led by President Dr. Don C. Killingsworth, Jr., the university will collaborate with legal experts and stakeholders to draft compliant, forward-thinking policies before returning them to the board for final approval. Chairman Randall Jones emphasizes accountability, fiscal responsibility, and long-term…
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