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HALT Campus Sexual Violence Act of 2021

12/31/2022, 5:03 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4898

Bill 117 HR 4898, also known as the HALT Campus Sexual Violence Act of 2021, aims to address the issue of sexual violence on college campuses. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in 2021 and is currently under consideration.

The HALT Campus Sexual Violence Act of 2021 includes several key provisions. First, it requires colleges and universities to implement comprehensive prevention programs to educate students and staff about sexual violence and how to prevent it. These programs must also include training on how to respond to reports of sexual violence and support survivors.

Additionally, the bill requires colleges and universities to establish clear procedures for reporting and investigating incidents of sexual violence. This includes providing support services for survivors and ensuring that investigations are conducted in a timely and thorough manner. The HALT Campus Sexual Violence Act of 2021 also includes provisions to improve transparency and accountability on college campuses. It requires colleges and universities to publicly disclose information about incidents of sexual violence on campus, including the number of reported incidents and the outcomes of investigations. Overall, the goal of the HALT Campus Sexual Violence Act of 2021 is to create a safer and more supportive environment for students on college campuses. By addressing the issue of sexual violence head-on and implementing comprehensive prevention and response measures, the bill aims to reduce the prevalence of sexual violence and support survivors in seeking justice.

Congressional Summary of HR 4898

Hold Accountable and Lend Transparency on Campus Sexual Violence Act of 2021 or the HALT Campus Sexual Violence Act of 2021

This bill addresses dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking incidents on college campuses, including by expanding requirements governing the disclosure of such incidents and efforts to prevent them.

Specifically, the bill requires the Department of Education (ED) to make available an online survey tool regarding student experiences with domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, harassment, and stalking. ED must publish a biennial report that includes campus-level data for each institution of higher education (IHE).

The bill permits ED to impose civil penalties on IHEs that have violated a law under the jurisdiction of its Office for Civil Rights.

In addition, the bill directs ED, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Department of Justice to create a task force on sex-based harassment and violence in education.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4898

Bill HR 4898 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 30, 2021. Bill HR 4898 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 30, 2021.  Bill HR 4898's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4898

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
100
Democrat Cosponsors
98
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4898

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4898

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to increase transparency and reporting on campus sexual violence, and for other purposes.
HALT Campus Sexual Violence Act of 2021
HALT Campus Sexual Violence Act of 2021
Hold Accountable and Lend Transparency on Campus Sexual Violence Act of 2021

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4898

Bonnie Watson Coleman
Bonnie Watson Coleman
New JerseyDemocrat
Frederica S. Wilson
Frederica S. Wilson
FloridaDemocrat
Peter Welch
Peter Welch
VermontDemocrat
Nydia M. Velázquez
Nydia M. Velázquez
New YorkDemocrat

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