Bill > S838

This bill amends Chapter 75 of the General Laws to provide additional rights and protections for faculty members at the University of Massachusetts during the tenure review process. The key provisions include: (1) requiring the Board of Trustees to provide 48-hour written notice to a faculty member before holding an executive session to consider awarding them tenure, unless the notification is waived by agreement; (2) allowing the faculty member to be present during the executive session discussions that involve them; (3) allowing the faculty member to have counsel or a representative present to advise them; and (4) allowing the faculty member to speak on their own behalf during the executive session. These changes are intended to enhance transparency and give faculty members more of a voice in the tenure review process at the University of Massachusetts.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S838