The proposed bill, titled the University of Alaska Faculty Representation Act, amends several sections of the Alaska Statutes regarding the governance of the University of Alaska by the Board of Regents. Notably, the number of regents is increased from 11 to 12, and a new requirement is established that at least one regent must be a current full-time, tenured faculty member from one of the three University of Alaska campuses. This faculty regent will be appointed from a list of nominees provided by the faculty senates and will serve a two-year term. If the faculty member regent is no longer tenured, they will forfeit their position, prompting the governor to appoint a successor from the nominee list.

Additionally, the bill modifies the quorum requirement for Board meetings, increasing the number of regents needed for corporate business from six to seven. The bill also includes a transition provision that mandates the University of Alaska to conduct elections for faculty nominees by February 1, 2026, ensuring compliance with the new faculty representation requirement. Overall, the bill aims to enhance faculty representation within the governance structure of the University of Alaska.

Statutes affected:
SB0118A, AM SB 118, introduced 03/05/2025: 14.40.120, 14.40.130, 14.40.150, 14.40.140, 14.40.200