This bill aims to amend the Code of West Virginia by requiring that at least one member of the Board of Governors for both West Virginia University and West Virginia State University possess a background in agriculture or an agricultural field. This addition is intended to enhance the boards' understanding of agricultural issues, which are significant to the state's economy and educational focus.

In the process of enacting this requirement, the bill also removes certain existing language regarding the findings and composition of the boards, streamlining the qualifications and emphasizing the need for agricultural expertise. The overall goal is to ensure that the boards are better equipped to address the unique challenges and opportunities related to agriculture within the state's higher education institutions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18B-2A-1