Imperial Senate

The Imperial Senate was the main governing legislative body of the Galactic Empire. It was formed in 19 BBY from the former Republic Senate when Darth Sidious, publicly Supreme Chancellor Palpatine, declared the Empire, a move that was meet with overwhelming support from the senators, sick of war and desperate for peace.
It functioned similarly to the Galactic Republic's Senate except that the Emperor was held a large amount of power, more than the Republic Chancellor did. In 0 BBY, the Emperor dissolved the Senate to further control the Empire, transferring the Senate's former powers to the regional governors.
== Members ==
The known members of the Senate were:
=== Leaders ===
* Emperor Palpatine
** Mas Amedda
** Sly Moore
=== Senators ===
* Bail Organa, representing Alderaan
== Appearances ==
* Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith (First appearance)
* Star Wars: A New Hope (First mentioned)
Category:Councils