This bill proposes an amendment to the Code of West Virginia, specifically targeting the composition of the Boards of Governors for West Virginia University and West Virginia State University. The key change introduced by this bill is the requirement that at least one member of each board must possess a background in agriculture or an agricultural field. This addition aims to ensure that the boards have relevant expertise that can contribute to the institutions' missions, particularly in areas related to agriculture, which is significant to the state's economy and culture.

In addition to this new requirement, the bill also removes certain existing language regarding the findings and composition of the boards, streamlining the qualifications and focus of board membership. The overall intent of the bill is to enhance the governance of these educational institutions by incorporating agricultural expertise, thereby aligning the boards more closely with the needs and priorities of the communities they serve.

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Introduced Version: 18B-2A-1