IX) Authority

A) Purpose

The Student Association Constitution exists to protect the rights of the Student Association and to govern the actions of its representatives.

B) Order

1) This Constitution is the supreme governing document of the Student Government. The Bylaws shall operate only within the authority granted by this Constitution. The Parliamentary Code is subordinate to both the Constitution and the Bylaws.

C) Savings Clause

1) If any provision of this Constitution is found to conflict with federal or state law, or with Minnesota State University Board rules and regulations, such provision shall be deemed null and void. All remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.