Senate Bill 237 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Bobby D. Singleton Senator

Democrat

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Ethics, Certain research and development activities of public institutions of higher education not covered by ethics laws

Description

State ethics laws prohibit public employees and public officials from using their official position or office for personal gain. This prohibition can discourage or stymie the ability of public institutions of higher education to conduct research, obtain grants, collaborate with others, and develop intellectual property.

This bill would provide that the ethics laws shall not be deemed to limit the ability of public institutions of higher education to accept and award grants, conduct research, collaborate, enter into technology transfer agreements, and develop and share intellectual property by agreement in accordance with institution policy.

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Subjects

Government Administration