HB520 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Randy Hinshaw

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

Butch TaylorMac McCutcheonMike BallHoward SanderfordMicky Hammon

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Institutions of higher education, requiring students to live on campus, prohibited

Summary

This bill would prohibit Alabama public colleges and universities from forcing students to live on campus.

What This Bill Does

If passed, public higher education institutions cannot require enrolled students to reside on campus. The boards of trustees must ensure these institutions comply with the rule. The law would take effect immediately after it is passed and signed by the Governor (or when it otherwise becomes law).

Who It Affects

• Public institutions of higher education in Alabama: may not require enrolled students to reside on campus
• Enrolled students at these institutions: may not be required to live on campus

Key Provisions

• Public institutions of higher education may not require any enrolled student to reside on campus
• Boards of trustees must ensure compliance with this requirement
• The act becomes effective immediately after its passage and the Governor's approval (or otherwise becomes law)

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Subjects

Higher Education