fall 2025 / governance

SR 25/26-029:Ensuring Student Expression and Public Health in Response to UC Masking Policy

with
Introduced
Committee Review
University and External Affairs Committee
nov 19
Senate Floor

moved by Reading

seconded by Memon

Passed
dec 3 unanimous consent

summary

This resolution formally opposes UC Berkeley's Campus Regulations under section 211, which restrict masking at protests. It affirms students' First Amendment rights to free speech and peaceful protest while wearing masks, highlighting the public health benefits of masking and its importance for vulnerable populations. The resolution urges the UC Administration, including Chancellor Rich Lyons and other key officials, to consider alternatives to the current masking policy to protect both student expression and public health.

how they voted

No roll call was taken. Everyone recorded present when the Senate agreed is shown as not objecting.

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