Create Your Own Bill
Purpose of a Bill:
Bills are used to make changes on campus and to alter the university's procedures. They brought you expansions to Eco Adventure, funding for OZ Fest, the SG Comedy Show, and much more. It is up to the Senate whether to pass or not pass bills, but any student can propose a bill. YOU as a student can make any change you want, BUT the change must be made by you. See the below chart for more information on the types of bills and how to write them.
For more information on the steps your bill must take in order to become law or to view the example legislation and bill templates, please open the and visit the Creating Bills folder.
Any 老澳门资料 student can write a bill. In order for your bill to be heard and voted on in Senate, you must have a Senate Sponsor. If you are interested in having your own bill heard in Senate, contact the Senate President at sgasp@unf.edu
| Types of Bills | Definition | Example | Templates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simple Resolution | Simple Resolutions are an expression of the Senate or, are used to internally regulate the Senate Policies and Procedures. | SR-18S-3268 | SR Template |
| Senate Bill | A Senate Bill is a piece of legislation that calls for an amendment to the Statutes. If you are wishing to submit a travel or special request for funding, please visit the Business and Accounting Office. |
SB-18S-3291
(Fiscal Request)
SB-18S-3286
(Travel Request- The B&A Chair writes this bill)
|
SB Template |
| Joint Resolution | Joint Resolutions are resolutions showing the expressed opinions of the entire Student Government (Executive and Legislative Branches). | JR-17F-3214 | JR Template |
| Constitutional Referendum | A Constitutional referendum is a piece of legislation calling for an amendment to the Constitution. | CR-17F-3255 | CR Template |
| Omnibus Bill | An Omnibus Bill is a piece of legislation that addresses multiple titles | OB-16S-2944 | OB Template |