Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2023
3/13/2024, 8:15 PMSummary of Bill S 2902
Bill 118 s 2902, also known as the Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing and preventing harassment and bullying on college and university campuses. The bill is named after Tyler Clementi, a college student who tragically took his own life after being bullied and harassed for his sexual orientation.The main provisions of the bill include requiring institutions of higher education to develop and implement policies to prevent and respond to incidents of harassment, including cyberbullying. These policies must include procedures for reporting incidents, investigating complaints, and providing support to victims. The bill also requires colleges and universities to provide training to students, faculty, and staff on how to recognize and address harassment.
Additionally, the Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2023 establishes a grant program to support institutions in implementing these policies and programs. The bill also requires colleges and universities to collect data on incidents of harassment and report this information to the Department of Education. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to create a safer and more inclusive environment on college campuses by addressing and preventing harassment and bullying. By requiring institutions to take proactive measures and providing support and resources, the Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2023 aims to protect students from the harmful effects of harassment and promote a culture of respect and tolerance in higher education.
Congressional Summary of S 2902
Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2023
This bill addresses harassment at institutions of higher education (IHEs).
Specifically, the bill requires each IHE to include in its annual security report a statement of policy regarding harassment on the basis of a student's actual or perceived race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth, and a sex stereotype), disability, or religion.
In addition, the Department of Education may award grants to IHEs to initiate, expand, or improve programs to (1) prevent the harassment of students; (2) provide counseling or redress services to students who have been harassed or accused of subjecting other students to harassment; or (3) educate and train students, faculty, or staff to prevent harassment or address harassment if it occurs.
