Law Rep. Kasey Michaud introduced a bill encouraging students to donate food to local pantries by offering reductions in parking fees as an incentive.
Imane Akhanous, chair of community concerns and third-year College student, said the legislation aims to serve as a first step in securing accommodations for students observing Ramadan.
As Senior Advisor and Chief Creative Officer, he said he aims to creatively share the stories of the President, the University community and even some of his own personal experiences.
At the event, Weiss said that the United States is facing an epidemic of “cowardness.”
Travis said that his bill could serve as a catalyst for the Student Council to engage in relief efforts for a disaster that has affected many within the University community.
Representatives also discussed updates about the possibility of lessening restrictions on access to the Hill, the grassy section on the north end of Scott Stadium.
This year's budget bill, a nearly 50 percent decrease in allocated funds compared to last year’s budget, passed unanimously.
Mendoza Gonzalez also expressed concerns over depleting Student Council’s surplus funding as a contributing factor for the budget cuts across the board.
Representatives asked questions about the relationship between Student Council and the Board of Visitors and the suspension of the University Guide Service.
During the Legislative session, the Student Council unanimously passed a bill to approve new CIOs, including Common Sense Club and Global Research and Consulting Club.
