1. Ensure that all students have equal access, are served fairly and treated appropriately regardless of gender identity/expression, race, creed, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, and veteran status.
2. Promote the active involvement of students in the governance of the college.
3. Secure and protect the greatest possible freedom of action for all PSGA recognized groups.
4. Secure and protect the greatest possible freedom of action for all members of the PSGA, regardless of GPA, major, year, and disciplinary status.
5. Provide a central clearing-house of information for all students.
6. To manage funds brought in by the Mandatory Student Activity Fee, and any additional sources, in the interest of the student body.

1. All full-time and part-time students who have been assessed and have paid the Mandatory Student Activity Fee shall be members of the PSGA.
2. The Senate may from time to time create additional categories of persons who shall have the right to voluntarily pay the Mandatory Student Activity Fee and therefore be members of the PSGA.

1. All members share equally in the rights of the PSGA.
2. All members shall have the right to vote in the elections of the PSGA.
3. All members shall have the right to participate in all events sponsored and/or funded by the PSGA.
4. All members shall have the right to petition the Senate.
5. All members shall have the right to apply for any hired position within the PSGA through procedures established by constitutional bylaw.

1. The primary legislative powers of the PSGA shall be vested in the PSGA Senate.
2. In order for any official Senate meeting to be conducted, a quorum is required. A quorum shall be defined as greater than fifty percent (50%) of the current elected members.
3. The most recent version of Robert's Rules of Order shall be used when meetings of the Senate are conducted. Robert's Rules may be suspended by the Chair of the Senate to discuss issues at hand.

1. There shall be at least one representative for each residential complex.
2. There shall be at least one representative for each academic division and/or conservatory.
3. The ratio of Senate members to constituents shall be set annually as part of the Senate elections process.
4. The Senate shall be made up of PSGA members, who shall serve as voting representatives of the following constituencies:
1. There shall be one (1) residential representative for every portion of students who live on campus.
2. There shall be one (1) representative for every portion of commuter students as defined by the bylaws.
3. There shall be one (1) academic representative for every portion of students as defined by the bylaws.
5. In order to change the ratio of Senate members to constituents, the Senate must approve a new ratio by a 2/3 majority vote.
6. Representatives for specific and timely conditions shall be elected when appropriate, and must be approved by the Senate.
7. Term of office for all members of the Senate shall be no more than thirteen (13) months in length.
8. Appointed representatives filling vacancies shall serve until the next regular or special election.

1. To represent the student body.
2. To legislate on bylaws, regulations, and procedures of the PSGA.
3. To advocate on behalf of the entire student body.

1. All decisions of the Senate shall be binding on all members of the PSGA.
2. By a 2/3 vote of its membership, the Senate may override a veto by the President.
3. By a 2/3 vote of its membership, the Senate may override a decision made by the Judicial Board.
4. By a 2/3 vote of its membership, the Senate may overrule the composition and/or membership of any Senate committee.
5. Only the Senate shall take final action on any committee decisions, motions, and/or suggestions made by the PSGA.
6. The Senate may call for a special election.
7. The Senate may approve the dissolution of a Service by a simply majority vote (greater than 50%).
8. In the event of a vacancy in the Executive Board, other than President, the Senate may appoint, by a simple majority (greater than 50%), a person to fill the vacancy until the next general election.
9. In the event of a vacancy the Chair of the Senate.

1. Shall attend Senate meetings.
2. Shall sit on and attend committees recognized by the PSGA.
3. Shall act upon the issues and concerns of their constituents and inform them on matters of the Senate.
4. Shall report to the Senate on any actions performed as a senator.
5. Shall participate in an annual leadership training retreat for senators.

1. Guidelines
1. There shall be the following committees under the PSGA Senate: Finance; Elections; Council of Clubs & Organizations; Student Services Board; Major Events; General Programming; Civic Actions; Steering.
2. The Senate shall have the power to create other committees as required.
3. The Senate shall have the power to create ad hoc committees as needed.
4. The Chair of the committee is responsible for ensuring that order is kept during all meetings. The Chair acts as the arbiter of discussions in committees.
5. A simple majority vote (greater than 50%) by a committee may appoint and dismiss non-voting members to their committee.
6. The latest version of Robert's Rules of Order may be used in standing committees when a majority of the committee members present deem it necessary.
7. All committees approved by the Senate must conform to the composition stipulated by their bylaws.
8. A quorum will not be required for committee meetings unless a majority of the committee members deem it necessary. In order for votes to occur at any meeting, a quorum shall be required. Quorum shall be defined as greater than fifty percent (50%) of the committee members, unless otherwise designated when the committee is formed.
2. Elections Committee
1. The Elections Committee shall conduct elections for the PSGA.
2. The Elections Committee shall conduct all elections for all positions and referendums requiring a vote of the body at large.
3. Elections must be held for every office in the PSGA as per their terms.
4. The Elections Committee will publicize all elections and results. The publication must
   state the times and locations for voting, the subject of the said election or vote, all elec-
   tion procedures, and information about the eligibility of voters in the body at large.
3. Finance Committee
1. Is charged with the annual budget of the PSGA, all its proposed allocations, and all its proposed re-allocations.
2. Shall be chaired by the Coordinator of Finance.
4. General Programming Committee
1. Shall recommend and implement programming for the PSGA
2. Shall be chaired by the Coordinator of General Programming.
5. Major Events Committee
1. Shall recommend and implement programming for the major events of the PSGA.
2. Shall be chaired by the Coordinator of Major Events.
6. Civic Actions Committee
1. Shall carry out projects initiated by the Senate in order to improve campus life.
2. Shall be chaired by the President.
7. Steering Committee
1. Shall review internal operations of the PSGA.
2. Shall review the charter of any new Club, Organization, service, or committee for constitutional compliance prior to their recognition by the PSGA.
3. Shall be chaired by the Chair of the Senate.

1. Definitions
1. The Summer Officers shall address any pending business that cannot wait for the fall semester, supervise the PSGA’s summer operations, prepare for the fall semester, represent the Senate in all manners in which they are able, and enact any agenda set by the Senate at the end of the spring term.
2. The term of the Summer Officers shall be from the time of their appointment until the first meeting of the newly elected Senate in the following fall semester.
3. The constituency of the summer officers shall be defined as the constituency of the Senate that they represent, i.e. every activity fee paying student attending during the summer session.
2. Composition
1. The Summer Officers shall be elected by the Senate at the third-to last Senate meeting of the preceding spring semester.
2. The number of Summer Officers shall be determined by the Senate.
3. Elected Summer Officers must be current members of the PSGA at the time of their election and must have previously served as elected or appointed officers of the PSGA. If not enough people who meet these criteria are available, the Senate may choose, instead, to elect other students.
3. Duties
1. Must organize the PSGA’s participation in the New Student Orientation.
2. Must organize and prepare the PSGA office for the fall semester in consultation with the Executive Board.
3. Must enact any agenda set by the Senate and any duties that the Senate deems necessary.
4. Must handle any business over the summer that would normally be handled by the Senate, and is within its power to do so.
5. Must inform the Executive Board of any business that requires Senate action over the course of the summer.
6. Must prepare a report given to the new Senate on the last day of the Summer Officers’ term describing the actions taken over the summer.
4. Powers
The Summer Officers during their term will have all the powers and responsibilities assigned to the Senate except the following:
1. are not required to attend committee meetings.
2. are not required to participate in the annual leadership training retreat.
3. may not call for a special election.
4. may not appoint executive or Senate vacancies.
5. may not approve bylaws or regulations.
6. may have other restrictions on their rights and responsibilities as described in bylaws.
At any point the Senate may assign any of the above restricted powers to the Summer Officers with a majority (50%) vote.

1. Members of the Executive Board are required to attend Senate meetings.
2. Members of the Executive Board shall serve as non-voting members of designated committees, except as otherwise noted.
3. Qualifications for election to the Executive Board shall include current membership in the PSGA, and good academic standing with the college.

1. The Executive Board shall consist of the President, the Chair of the Senate ,the Coordinator of Clubs, Organizations & Services, the Coordinator of Finance, the Coordinator of General Programming, and the Coordinator of Major Events.
2. Terms of office for members of the Executive Board, excluding the Coordinator of Finance, shall be approximately twelve (12) months in length beginning on commencement and concluding on the day prior to commencement at 11:59pm the following year. The term of office for the Coordinator of Finance shall begin on the first day of June, and conclude on the last day of the following May.
3. Members of the Executive Board shall clearly announce the time and location of their committees to the Senate in a timely manner.
4. Members of the Executive Board shall be proficient in knowledge of the constitution, by laws, and policies of the PSGA.
5. Members of the Executive Board are required to attend Executive Board meetings.
6. All executives shall adequately describe their PSGA-related activities to the Senate and/or other executives if and when requested.
7. No executive may perform personal duties in the name of the PSGA.
8. No executive may act for partisan political reasons in the interest of the PSGA.

1. To hire and dismiss employees of the PSGA.
2. To oversee the operations of Services, and to appoint and dismiss Services Executives as required.
3. May veto any decision made by the Senate within 10 official class days of the decision.

1. President
   1. Shall serve as the chief representative of the PSGA to the students, faculty, staff and administration.
   2. Shall serve as the Chair and a non-voting member (except when the Chair has the deciding vote) of the Executive Board.
   3. Shall serve as the Chair and a non-voting member (except when the Chair has the deciding vote) of the Civic Actions Committee.
   4. Shall serve as a student representative on the College Council.
   5. Shall nominate and, with two-thirds (2/3) consent of the Senate, appoint justices to fill vacancies on the Judicial Board.
   6. Shall vote when the Chair has the deciding vote.
   7. Shall report, as necessary, at regular Senate meetings, and shall present a State of the Union report to the Senate each semester.
   8. Shall meet with the President of the College and other senior college administrators as needed to discuss the ongoing direction, policies, events and objectives of the PSGA.
   9. Shall direct the Organization of a trip for executive officers and/or selected PSGA members to the Student Assembly conference each year. The President serves as the voting delegate and must report back to the PSGA about issues discussed.
   10. Shall maintain periodic communication with the student body.
   11. In the event that the Coordinator of Finance cannot sign a letter of agreement or contract, The President may sign in their place.
2. Chair of the Senate
   1. Shall serve as the Chair and a non-voting member (except when the Chair has the deciding vote) of the Senate.
   2. Shall serve as the Chair and a non-voting member (except when the Chair has the deciding vote) of the Steering Committee.
   3. Shall serve as the Chair and a non-voting member (except when the Chair has the deciding vote) of the Elections Committee.
   4. Shall, in the event of an emergency during which the President is unable to fulfill his/her duties, assume the duties of the President until such time as the President is able to act.
   5. Shall assume the position of Interim President if the Presidential position becomes vacant. The Interim President will possess all of the powers and responsibilities of the President.
   6. Shall ensure the execution of motions passed by the Senate, and shall relay all motions and recommendations to the proper College associations, committees, and offices.
   7. Shall be responsible for the orientation and training of newly-elected senators.
   8. Shall manage and maintain the PSGA file archive.
   9. In the event of a vacancy in the Senate, shall nominate a replacement.
3. Coordinator of Finance
   1. Shall serve as the Chair and a non-voting member (except when the Chair has the deciding vote) of the Finance Committee.
   2. Shall sign all contracts and letters of agreement of any Club, Organization, or Service that is officially recognized by the PSGA.
   3. Shall keep a current and public account of all financial transactions of the PSGA.
   4. Shall train the treasurers of all chartered Clubs, Organizations and Services.
   5. Shall make available times to meet with all treasurers of chartered Clubs, Organizations, and Services.
   6. Shall be responsible for maintaining communication with all persons involved in financial decisions of the PSGA.
   7. The Coordinator of Finance shall be familiar with all financial policies and procedures of the PSGA.
4. Coordinator of Clubs, Organizations, and Services
   1. Shall serve as the Chair and a non-voting member (except when the Chair has the deciding vote) of the Council of Clubs & Organizations.
   2. Shall serve as the Chair and a non-voting member (except when the Chair has the deciding vote) of the Services Board.
   3. Shall oversee all PSGA-sponsored Clubs and Organizations.
   4. Shall oversee all PSGA-sponsored Services.
   5. Shall have the power to veto any decision made by the Council of Clubs, and Organizations, and the Services Board.
5. Coordinator of General Programming
   1. Shall serve as the Chair and a non-voting member (except when the Chair has the deciding vote) of the General Programming Committee.
   2. Shall coordinate all programming activities of the PSGA which do not fall under the jurisdiction of the Coordinator of other PSGA entities.
6. Coordinator of Major Events
   1. Shall serve as the Chair and a non-voting member (except when the Chair has the deciding vote) of the Major Events Committee.
   2. Shall be responsible for the planning and coordination of major events pending funding provided by the Senate.

1. The Judicial Board shall be comprised of one (1) Chief Justice and five (5) Justices.
2. Each justice shall serve for a term of two (2) years, or until he or she resigns, is impeachedand removed, or is no longer a member of the PSGA.
3. Positions shall be filled by Presidential nomination. Justices must be confirmed by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the Senate.

1. All members of the Judicial Board must have a comprehensive understanding of the PSGA Constitution.
2. The Judicial Board shall interpret and review all constitutional issues relevant to the PSGA, including issues raised by the Senate or the Executive Board.
3. The Judicial Board shall investigate grievances brought to it by any member of the PSGA.
4. The Judicial Board shall meet regularly.
5. The Judicial Board shall ensure fair hearings.
6. No member of the Judicial Board shall be an elected official or hired employee of the PSGA.
7. All members of the Judicial Board shall undergo constitutional training.
   Additional duties may only be stipulated by bylaws.

1. The Chief Justice shall have the power to convene a Judicial Board hearing.
2. The Chief Justice shall be the Chair of all Judicial Board meetings. It is the job of the Chief Justice to maintain a civil and orderly environment throughout the entire judicial procedure.
3. The Chief Justice shall report at each Judicial Board meeting on any information that may be of importance to the Judicial Board, including but not limited to actions of the Senate, actions of the Executive Board, or constitutional changes.
4. The Judicial Board shall meet regularly.

1. To produce an official interpretation of the Constitution.
2. To remove an executive from office, following impeachment by the Senate.
3. May compel compliance of any member of the PSGA to the Constitution, its bylaws, and regulations.
4. Shall serve as the final mediating body in any disputes related to PSGA activity.

Section 6: Judicial Hearing Procedures

1. The charging party must notify the Chief Justice in writing in oder to bring about a hearing. In the case of a “removal from office” request, refer to Article XII.
2. Upon receiving notification, the Chief Justice must convene a hearing of the Judicial Board within ten (10) official class days, and notify the involved parties, in writing, of the set hearing date.
3. The charging party and charged party must present all pertinent material to the Judicial Board at least 24 hours prior to the set hearing date.
4. In the event that a Justice is closely acquainted with either the charging party, the charged party, and/or any witnesses, the Justice must excuse him/herself from the hearing.
5. In the event a witness cannot make a hearing date, a written or recorded statement may be submitted instead.
6. The charging party shall make opening remarks and then present his/her case, followed by the charged party. Each party will have the opportunity to cross-examine witnesses. The charging party shall make a closing statement, followed by the charged party.
7. After all evidence has been presented, the Chief Justice and Associate Justices shall have a closed door meeting at which they will deliberate over their final verdict.
8. A written verdict must be delivered within 48 hours of the hearing to both the charged party and the charging party.

Section 7: Retrials

1. Grounds for retrial
   
   1. if sufficient new evidence and/or extenuating circumstances affecting the trial can beshown.
   2. if misfeasance, malfeasance, nonfeasance, or a violation of the constitution by any involved party is thought to have effected the outcome of the trial.
2. Procedure
   
   1. A retrial may be called by a simply majority vote of the Judicial Board, or a 2/3 vote of the Senate
   2. A request for a retrial must be submitted, in writing, to the Chair of the Senate and the Chief Justice.
   3. If the Judicial Board or the Senate votes in favor of a retrial, the retrial shall occur according to the conditions requested by the party who has asked for the retrial.

1. One (1) representative from each recognized Club shall sit on and be a voting member of the Council of Clubs & Organizations.
2. One (1) representative from each recognized Organization shall sit on and be a voting member of the Council of Clubs & Organizations.
3. One (1) Senate member shall be an ex officio member of the Council of Clubs & Organizations.
4. The Coordinator of Clubs, Organizations & Services shall serve as the Chair and a nonvoting member (except when the Chair has the deciding vote) of the Council of Clubs & Organizations.

1. Officially recognize and charter Clubs & Organizations.
2. Determines all disbursement of resources allocated by the Finance Committee to the Council of Clubs & Organizations.

1. A Club is a group recognized by the PSGA for students with a common interest, goal, or cause.
2. A Clubs’ funds is derived from the Mandatory Student Activity Fee.

Section 6: Definition of Organizations

1. An Organization is a former Club that has attained Organization status as defined by this article.
   
2. An Organization performs a role for the campus community at large.
3. An Organization’s funds is derived from the Mandatory Student Activity Fee.

Section 7: Responsibilities of Clubs & Organizations

1. A group’s funds must be used promote social, educational, and/or cultural functions open to all members of the PSGA. These functions should relate in a meaningful way to the mission statement of each group.
   
2. To give a report to the Council of Clubs & Organizations on events they have sponsored.
3. To have a faculty or staff advisor.
4. The group’s treasurer is responsible for keeping a record of their respective group’s budget, expenditures, attendance of meetings, and the balance of the account.
5. To train all new officers of their respective group and to maintain a record of any pertinent information that would be of help to these officers.
6. Have a representative attend required meetings of the PSGA and of the Council of Clubs and Organizations.
7. Fulfill all duties as prescribed by their charter.
8. To appropriately use supplies, materials, or space granted to it, either directly or indirectly, by the PSGA.

Section 8: Starting a Club

1. A signed petition of a specified number of activity-fee paying students, as prescribed in the bylaws, must be submitted to the Coordinator of Clubs, Organizations & Services. The petition should state the purpose of the Club, and how it will enhance campus life.
   
2. A charter based on the guidelines prescribed in the bylaws must be submitted to the Coordinator of Clubs, Organizations & Services.
3. A proposal addressed to the Council of Clubs & Organizations asking for recognition shall be written and submitted to the Coordinator of Clubs, Organizations & Services.
4. Upon the adequate completion of the steps outlined in this Article, the Coordinator of Clubs, Organizations & Services shall submit copies of the charter and proposal to the Council of Clubs & Organizations for their review, following charter approval by the Steering Committee.
5. A simple majority vote (greater than 50%) by the Council of Clubs & Organizations shall berequired to pass a proposal and start a new Club.

Section 9: Attaining Organization Status

1. In order to become recognized as an Organization of the PSGA, a Club must fulfill the following criteria:
1. if sufficient new evidence and/or extenuating circumstances affecting the trial can beshown.
2. if misfeasance, malfeasance, nonfeasance, or a violation of the constitution by any involved party is thought to have effected the outcome of the trial.
2. The Council of Clubs & Organizations shall vote on the status of the nominated Organization. A simple majority vote (greater than 50%) of the Council of Clubs & Organizationsshall be required for a Club to attain status as an Organization.

Section 10: Dissolution

1. Definition When a Club or Organization is dissolved they are: no longer recognized by the PSGA, no longer funded by the PSGA, no longer granted voting membership to the Council of Clubs & Organizations and no longer eligible to hold events in the name of the PSGA or any attribute thereof. Furthermore, all assets and funds acquired by the Club or Organization are returned to the Finance Committee for reallocation.
2. Criteria for dissolution
   Failure to meet the responsibilities outlined in this article.
3. Procedure
1. Prior to dissolution, Clubs and Organizations shall be placed on sabbatical status. A sabbatical is a grace period for the duration of up to one full semester in which a Club orOrganization can have a hiatus. This status enables the group to still be recognized by the PSGA without the access to their budget. The attendance of the group to all meetings will still be mandated. Sabbatical status may be entered voluntarily, or by a simple majority vote by the Council of Clubs and Organizations.
2. At any time during the sabbatical period, the Coordinator of Clubs, Organizations, and Services may request a review of the Club or Organization. This review, to be held before the Council of Clubs and Organizations, shall determine whether the group will be dissolved, or return to normal operations. A simple majority vote will be required for either dissolution or reinstatement.
3. Furthermore, a club may be immediately dissolved by a 2/3 vote of the Council of Clubs and Organizations.

1. One (1) representative from each recognized service shall sit on and be a voting member of the Student Services Board.
2. A designated number of Senate members shall sit on as non-voting members of the Student-Services Board as specified by the bylaws.
3. The Coordinator of Clubs, Organizations, & Services shall serve as the Chair and a nonvoting member (except when the Chair has the deciding vote) of the Student Services Board

1. Evaluate applications for new PSGA Services and report their findings to the Senate.
2. Determine all disbursement of resources allocated by the Finance Committee to the Student Services Board.
3. Shall review stipend and salary requests by Student Services and report to the Executive Board.
4. Shall oversee all senior executive members of each Student Service.

Section 5: Definition of a Service

1. An entity whose mission provides an essential resource for the entire campus community.
2. A Service’s budget is derived from the Mandatory Student Activity Fee.

Section 6: Responsibilities of Services

1. The budget of a Service should be used to promote social, educational, and/or cultural resources available to all members of the PSGA.. These resources should relate in a meaningful way to the mission statement of each service.
   
2. It is the responsibility of each Service to train all new officers of their respective group and to maintain a record of any pertinent information that would be of help to these officers.
3. All services must have a faculty or staff advisor. The faculty or staff advisor does not have a vote or final say in any matter pertaining to the student Service.
4. Shall give a full report to the Board on their activities and performance as a service.

Section 7: Responsibilities of Service Executives

1. The treasurer of each Service is responsible for keeping a record of their respective budget, expenditures, attendance of meetings, and the balance of the account.
2. The senior executive of each Service shall consistently represent their Service on the Student Services Board and attend all Student Services Board meetings.

1. A signed petition of a specified number of activity-fee paying students must be submitted to the Coordinator of Clubs, Organizations & Services. The petition should state the purpose of the service, and how it will serve and enhance campus life.
2. A charter must be submitted to the Coordinator of Clubs, Organizations & Services.
3. Pending a review by the Steering Committee to ensure Constitutional accuracy, the proposed Services charter and petition shall be brought to the Services Board for consideration.
4. A simple majority vote (greater than 50%) in favor of the proposed Service by the Services Board shall be required to proceed.
5. The Services Board shall present the application to the Senate, where a simply majority vote(greater than 50%) will establish the new Service.

Section 9: Dissolution

1. Definition
   1. When a Service has become defunct they are: no longer a service recognized by the PSGA, no longer funded or granted a budget by the PSGA, no longer granted voting membership to the Board, and no longer eligible to hold events in the name of the PSGA or any attribute thereof.
   2. When a Service has been dissolved all assets and funds acquired by the Service are returned to the Finance Committee for reallocation.
2. Qualifications for dissolution
   Failure to fulfill duties as prescribed by the charter
3. Procedure
1. Prior to dissolution, Services shall be placed on sabbatical status. A sabbatical is a grace period for the duration of up to one full semester in which a Service can have a hiatus. This status enables the group to still be recognized by the PSGA without the access to their budget. The attendance of the group to all meetings will still be mandated. Sabbatical status may be entered voluntarily, or by a simple majority vote by the Student Services Board.
2. At any time during the sabbatical period, the Coordinator of Clubs, Organizations, and Services may request a review of the Service. This review, to be held before the Student Services Board, shall determine whether the Service will be return to normal operations, or be sent to the Senate for Dissolution hearings. A simple majority vote will be required for either reinstatement or a Senate Dissolution hearing
3. A simple majority vote (greater than 50%) of the Senate is required for the dissolution of a Service.

1. Shall serve to ensure compliance with SUNY Board of Trustee Policy regarding student activity fees.
2. Shall be appointed annually by the Vice President of Student Affairs in consultation with the Executive Board of the PSGA.
3. Shall sign all purchase orders, contracts and cash advances to insure compliance with Board of Trustee Policy. If the Signatory Authority is not available to sign paperwork, s/he may designate another staff member to be a legitimate signature. If no person was designated, all paperwork must be signed by the Vice President of Student Affairs.
4. Shall insure student compliance with academic and disciplinary policies of the College as it relates to student participation in the PSGA.
5. Must attend finance committee meetings and sign financial paperwork.
6. Must ensure that all purchases are within College and Board of Trustee policies.
7. The Signatory Authority may also serve, if selected, as the Official Advisor of the PSGA.

1. The Official Advisor must attend Senate, and Executive meetings.
2. The Official Advisor shall sit in on all meetings as requested by the Executive Board.
3. Shall be appointed by the Senate by a simple majority vote (greater than 50%) pending consultation with the office of Student Affairs.

1. Executive Board
   Impeachment will be considered in the following manner:
1. The charging party must submit the charges in writing to both the President and the Chair of the Senate.
2. Upon receipt of charges, the Chair of the Senate or the President shall bring the charges to the Senate within five (5) official class days.
3. The Senate shall hear the charges and vote whether or not the charges warrant an inquiry from the Judicial Board. A two-thirds (2/3) vote shall constitute impeachment.
4. After both the charging party and the charged party have had the opportunity to presenttheir cases at a Judicial Board hearing, the Judicial Board shall decide after deliberation whether to remove the charged party from office or exonerate. A two-thirds (2/3) vote of the court shall be necessary for removal from office.
5. If an officer is removed from office by the Judicial Board, their term will immediately end.
2. Senate Officials
   Impeachment will be considered in the following manner:
1. The charging party must submit the charges in writing to the Chair of the Senate
2. Upon Receipt of the Charges, the Chair of the Senate shall bring the charges to the Senate within five (5) official class days.
3. The Senate shall hear the charges and vote on whether or not to impeach the accused senator. A two-thirds vote (2/3) shall constitute impeachment.
4. If the charged party is impeached, they will be immediately be removed from office.
5. If the Senate falls short of the two-thirds (2/3) vote necessary for impeachment, the charged party shall be exonerated and return to their duties
3. Hired Officials
1. The Executive board of the PSGA retains the right to remove any hired official at anytime with a simple majority vote.
2. The Senate retains the right to remove any hired official at any time with a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote.
3. Individual hired positions may be subject to other removal conditions as specified in the by-laws pertaining to their job description.
4. Non-Hired PSGA officials
   Any non-hired officials (such as Club leaders, secondary officers of services, etc.) may be removed of their office by a simple majority vote of the Senate, or in accordance to bylaws or charters pertaining to their existence.

1. A referendum or amendment may be requested in either of the following ways:
1. A petition signed by ten percent (10%) of the PSGA members.
2. A two-thirds (2/3) vote of the Senate.
2. Upon successful validation of the request, the Elections Committee shall hold a vote on the referendum/amendment within fifteen (15) class days.
3. To pass a referendum or amendment, a simple majority (50% + 1) of ten percent (10%) of the PSGA is needed.

1. To ratify the Constitution, a simple majority (greater than 50%) of ten percent (10%) of the PSGA must vote in the affirmative.
2. This constitution will take effect immediately following ratification.
3. The following article(s) of this constitution will not come into effect until the day following the next official commencement:
1. Article V
4. The elections of the PSGA held in the interim period will be subject only to this version of the constitution.
5. On the day following the next official commencement, sections b, c, d, and e of this article will be permanently deleted from this document.