UNC Student Congress’ Rules and Judiciary committee moved Tuesday to pass unfavorably a resolution that would allow students to vote on UNC’s participation in the Association of Student Governments.
The controversial resolution was opposed by Student Body President Mary Cooper and ASG President Atul Bhula.
“I’m hearing a lack of information,” Bhula said. “If you’re going to criticize ASG, then come to it.”
Marc Seelinger, sponsor of the resolution, said students deserve to choose how their fees are used. ASG is funded from an annual $1 student fee.
Eight members of the committee voted against the bill. The four members who supported the resolution will be allowed to present a minority report to the full Student Congress next week.
If the resolution passes, a referendum will be offered to students on the Feb. 14 ballot. Committee members expressed concern about the timing of the resolution as the UNC-system Board of Governors prepares to vote on a tuition increase.
“It just seems absurd to withdraw support the only month it matters,” member Christy Lambden said.
