The Senate shall conduct all closed sessions in accordance with Nebraska Revised Statutes 84-1410 regarding closed sessions. The Senate shall be allowed, but not limited to hold closed sessions for the following reasons:
- Strategy sessions regarding negotiations or actions with regard to other bodies at UNL;
- Investigative proceedings regarding allegations of Constitutional violations and or criminal misconduct;
- The protection of public interest;
- Sensitive personnel matters.
2.1 Vote for Close Session
The vote to hold a closed session shall be taken in open session and requires a majority vote of the Senate. The Senate must reconvene in open session before any formal action may be taken.
2.2 Challenging Continuation of a Closed Session
Any member of the Senate shall have the right to challenge the continuation of a closed session if the member determines that the session has exceeded the reason stated in the original motion to hold a closed session. Such challenges shall be overruled only by a majority vote of the Senate present at the meeting.
2.3 Divulging Information in Closed Session
Any member of the Senate who divulges information concerning the deliberations in closed session may be subject to disciplinary actions.