Ravi Thackurdeen Safe Students Study Abroad Act
12/29/2022, 10:03 PMSummary of Bill HR 7215
Bill 117 HR 7215, also known as the Ravi Thackurdeen Safe Students Study Abroad Act, aims to enhance the safety and security of American students studying abroad. The bill is named after Ravi Thackurdeen, a student who tragically lost his life while studying abroad in Costa Rica.The main provisions of the bill include requiring universities and colleges to provide comprehensive safety and security information to students before they study abroad. This information must include details on local laws, emergency contact information, and potential risks in the host country. Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a database to track incidents involving American students studying abroad.
Furthermore, the Ravi Thackurdeen Safe Students Study Abroad Act mandates that universities and colleges have emergency response plans in place for students studying abroad. These plans must include protocols for responding to emergencies, such as natural disasters, political unrest, or medical emergencies. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to ensure that American students studying abroad are well-informed and prepared for any potential risks they may encounter. By providing students with the necessary information and resources, the Ravi Thackurdeen Safe Students Study Abroad Act aims to prevent tragedies like the one that befell Ravi Thackurdeen and promote the safety and well-being of all students studying abroad.
Congressional Summary of HR 7215
Ravi Thackurdeen Safe Students Study Abroad Act
This bill (1) applies campus-security reporting requirements to study-abroad programs of institutions of higher education that participate in federal student-aid programs, and (2) requires such institutions to implement specified policies to protect students participating in study-abroad programs.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7215
Bill HR 7215 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2022. Bill HR 7215 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 24, 2022. Bill HR 7215's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of March 24, 2022Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7215
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
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0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7215
Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7215
Ravi Thackurdeen Safe Students Study Abroad ActRavi Thackurdeen Safe Students Study Abroad ActTo amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require additional reporting on crime and harm that occurs during student participation in programs of study abroad, and for other purposes.Comments
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