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AL SB237
AL SB237Ethics, Certain research and development activities of public institutions of higher education not covered by ethics laws
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Introduced
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
In Committee
02/25/2026
02/25/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Ethics, Certain research and development activities of public institutions of higher education not covered by ethics laws
AI Summary
This bill, effective June 1, 2026, amends the Code of Alabama 1975 by adding a new section that clarifies that existing ethics laws do not restrict public institutions of higher education and their employees from engaging in various research and development activities, including accepting and awarding grants, conducting research, collaborating with others, entering into technology transfer agreements, and commercializing intellectual property, as long as these activities are in line with the institution's policies.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (7)
Bobby Singleton (D)*,
Merika Coleman (D),
Linda Coleman-Madison (D),
Vivian Figures (D),
Kirk Hatcher (D),
Arthur Orr (R),
Rob Stewart (D),
Last Action
Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar (on 02/25/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/bill-search |
| Fiscal Note - Introduced | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/FiscalNotes/FN-4UVVXIR-1.pdf |
| BillText | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/SB237-int.pdf |
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