BOARDS OF REGENTS TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

SB 19 requires all members of New Mexico's boards of regents for state educational institutions (as listed in the state constitution) to complete 10 hours of mandatory training during their first term. The training covers five specific areas: state constitution and education law (2 hours), financial management (2 hours), student success services (2 hours), governance and resources (2 hours), and ethics/public accountability (2 hours). The Higher Education Department must develop and provide this training, with current board members having until December 31, 2025, to complete it. This bill directly affects all appointed board members of New Mexico's public universities and colleges.