Stop Campus Hazing Act

12/24/2024, 9:05 AM

Stop Campus Hazing Act

This bill requires institutions of higher education (IHEs) that participate in federal student aid programs to report hazing incidents.

Specifically, the bill requires each IHE to disclose hazing incidents that were reported to campus security authorities or local police agencies in its annual security report. The bill defines the term hazing to mean any intentional, knowing, or reckless act committed by a person against a student (regardless of that student's willingness to participate), that (1) is connected with an initiation into, an affiliation with, or the maintenance of membership in, an organization (e.g., a club, athletic team, fraternity, or sorority); and (2) causes or is likely to contribute to a substantial risk, above the reasonable risk encountered in the course of participation in the IHE or the organization, of physical injury, mental harm, or degradation.

In addition, each IHE must develop and distribute as part of its annual security report a statement of policy regarding the following: (1) a comprehensive program to prevent hazing, which must include information on hazing awareness and hazing prevention; and (2) the IHE's current campus policies on hazing, which must include procedures that comply with specified collection and reporting requirements.

Bill 118 hr 5646, also known as the Stop Campus Hazing Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the issue of hazing on college and university campuses. The bill seeks to prevent and punish acts of hazing, which are often associated with fraternities, sororities, and other student organizations.

The Stop Campus Hazing Act includes several key provisions. Firstly, it requires all institutions of higher education that receive federal funding to implement policies and procedures to prevent hazing. These policies must include education and training programs for students, faculty, and staff on the dangers of hazing and how to report incidents.

Additionally, the bill mandates that colleges and universities report all instances of hazing to law enforcement and the Department of Education. This is intended to ensure that hazing incidents are properly investigated and that those responsible are held accountable. Furthermore, the Stop Campus Hazing Act includes provisions for increased penalties for individuals and organizations found guilty of hazing. This includes fines, suspension or expulsion from the institution, and potential criminal charges. Overall, the Stop Campus Hazing Act aims to create a safer environment for students on college campuses by cracking down on hazing practices. It emphasizes the importance of education, prevention, and accountability in addressing this serious issue.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 5646
Introduced on
2023-09-21
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/24/2024
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate
To President

Purpose and Summary

Stop Campus Hazing Act

This bill requires institutions of higher education (IHEs) that participate in federal student aid programs to report hazing incidents.

Specifically, the bill requires each IHE to disclose hazing incidents that were reported to campus security authorities or local police agencies in its annual security report. The bill defines the term hazing to mean any intentional, knowing, or reckless act committed by a person against a student (regardless of that student's willingness to participate), that (1) is connected with an initiation into, an affiliation with, or the maintenance of membership in, an organization (e.g., a club, athletic team, fraternity, or sorority); and (2) causes or is likely to contribute to a substantial risk, above the reasonable risk encountered in the course of participation in the IHE or the organization, of physical injury, mental harm, or degradation.

In addition, each IHE must develop and distribute as part of its annual security report a statement of policy regarding the following: (1) a comprehensive program to prevent hazing, which must include information on hazing awareness and hazing prevention; and (2) the IHE's current campus policies on hazing, which must include procedures that comply with specified collection and reporting requirements.

Bill 118 hr 5646, also known as the Stop Campus Hazing Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the issue of hazing on college and university campuses. The bill seeks to prevent and punish acts of hazing, which are often associated with fraternities, sororities, and other student organizations.

The Stop Campus Hazing Act includes several key provisions. Firstly, it requires all institutions of higher education that receive federal funding to implement policies and procedures to prevent hazing. These policies must include education and training programs for students, faculty, and staff on the dangers of hazing and how to report incidents.

Additionally, the bill mandates that colleges and universities report all instances of hazing to law enforcement and the Department of Education. This is intended to ensure that hazing incidents are properly investigated and that those responsible are held accountable. Furthermore, the Stop Campus Hazing Act includes provisions for increased penalties for individuals and organizations found guilty of hazing. This includes fines, suspension or expulsion from the institution, and potential criminal charges. Overall, the Stop Campus Hazing Act aims to create a safer environment for students on college campuses by cracking down on hazing practices. It emphasizes the importance of education, prevention, and accountability in addressing this serious issue.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require institutions of higher education to disclose hazing incidents, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Education
Potential Impact
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Government lending and loan guarantees•
Higher education•
School administration•
Student aid and college costs

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Stop Campus Hazing Act

This bill requires institutions of higher education (IHEs) that participate in federal student aid programs to report hazing incidents.

Specifically, the bill requires each IHE to discl...

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