spring 2026 / governance

SR 25/26-069:Strengthen Transfer Representation on Necessary Grounds (S.T.R.O.N.G.) Act: Fostering Equity, Opportunity & Representation in the ASUC

Introduced
Committee Review
Governance CommitteeUniversity and External Affairs Committee
feb 25
Senate Floor

moved by De Miguel

seconded by Yang

Passed
mar 4 unanimous consent

summary

This resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to elevate the ASUC Transfer Student Representative position to an Executive Officer role, subject to a student referendum. This change aims to foster greater equity, opportunity, and representation for transfer students within the ASUC and UC Berkeley administration, recognizing their unique needs and historical underrepresentation. If approved, the amendment will take effect in the 2026-2027 academic year, with governing documents to be updated by Spring 2026.

how they voted

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

resolution

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