Passed Legislation
What is Legislation?
As part of the Student Congress, we regularly pass legislation. This legislation includes the passing of new clubs, recommendations sent to the college’s cabinet, amendments to our constitution, and more.
There are five different types of legislation, and you can find the description for each type below.
Bill
A bill is any proposed addition or change to the Standing Legislation.
Recommendation
Written recommendation on behalf of the Student Congress to the administration, the Student Congress itself, or the student body as a whole. Also used to express loyalty or sympathy to a person or body outside of the Providence College community.
Resolution
A resolution is a form of bill that takes effect for one academic year.
Amendment
An amendment is a change to the Student Congress constitution.
Statement of Position
The positional stance of the Student Congress on issues facing the Providence College community or society as a whole.
