Past legislation

  • AR 14-059

    Rep. Amr Brown

    What We Did:

    • Supported the implementation of course markings across all colleges in Michigan

    • Collaborated with 12 colleges statewide for widespread adoption

    Why It Matters:

    • No more hidden class fees – students know what they are paying upfront

    • The Registar’s Office to list extra costs beyond textbooks

  • AR 14-058

    Reps. Emily Ryan, Lucas Korn, Margaret Peterman

    What We Did:

    • Allocated $4,000 to provide free MCAT, LSAT, and NCLEX prep books and materials to students

    • Continued and expanded CSG’s headshot program to offer free professional headshots for 300+ students

    Why It Matters:

    • High costs shouldn’t stand in the way of student success

    • We are striving to make academic and professional growth more accessible for all on campus

  • AR 14-064

    Reps. Riley Kina and Margaret Peterman

    What We Did:

    • Advocated for Emergency Resource Kits in the Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) building

    • Pushed for collaboration with UHC for an added Health and Wellness Vending Machine in FSL

    Why It Matters:

    • Students shouldn’t have to pay out of pocket for essential safety and health supplies

    • Expanding safety initiatives ensures a healthier, more responsible Greek life community

  • AR 14-066

    Reps. Amr Brown, Jad Halabi, Mark Farag

    What We Did:

    • Allocated $10,000 to establish a scholarship fund supporting conflict-affected and refugee students

    • Requested the University of Michigan to match or exceed funds for long-term program sustainability

    Why It Matters:

    • Ensured ongoing collaboration between CSG and the U-M Office of Financial Aid

    • This scholarship works towards ensuring there is equitable access to education for displaced students

  • AR 14-053

    Reps. Emily Ryan and Amr Brown

    What We Did:

    • Donated $10,000 from the Legislative Discretionary Fund directly to the Maize and Blue Cupboard (MBC)

    • Continued our commitment to fighting food insecurity through funding and volunteering

    Why It Matters

    • The MBC is a vital resource ensuring that anyone with an Mcard has access to nutritious food

    • As a party, it is our responsibility to support initiatives that alleviate student financial strain

  • AR 14-042

    Rep. Riley Kina and Speaker Veal Jr.

    What We Did:

    • Reintroduced efforts to establish a Bereavment Absence Policy at U-M with no proof requirements

    • Advocated for makeup work flexibility and to allow 5 excused absences for grieving students

    Why It Matters

    • Students deserve time and compassion from the school to process loss without academic penalties

    • Other Big 10 schools already have this policy – it’s time for U-M to do better

  • AR 14-008

    Rep. Margaret Peterman

    What We Did:

    • Created a permanent First-Year Internship Program in CSG

    • Involved interns in the work of the 14th Assembly through professional development and collaboration

    Why It Matters:

    • More accessibility for students to get involved in CSG – first-year students don’t have to wait until elections

    • We aim to provide hands-on experience in leadership, policy, and advocacy to students

    • Calculator Drive Resolution: Allocated $2,300 towards continuing the free CSG calculator drive

    • Princeton Review Scholarships: Awarded $40,000 worth of test prep material scholarships to students

    • Advocated for and met with University officials about establishing a UHS office on North campus

    • Removing Communication Barriers Act: Ensuring that CSG representatives are accessible to students

    • Establishing the Black Excellence Gala Resolution: Formalizing CSG’s commitment to celebrating and honoring the achievements of Black U-M students