Tyler’s Law

Bill 118 hr 10030, also known as Tyler's Law, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill is named after Tyler Clementi, a college student who tragically took his own life after being cyberbullied.

Tyler's Law aims to address the issue of cyberbullying by requiring schools to implement policies and procedures to prevent and respond to incidents of cyberbullying. The bill would also provide funding for schools to educate students, parents, and teachers about the dangers of cyberbullying and how to prevent it.

Additionally, Tyler's Law would require social media companies to take more proactive measures to prevent cyberbullying on their platforms. This includes implementing reporting mechanisms for users to report instances of cyberbullying and taking swift action to remove harmful content. Overall, Tyler's Law seeks to create a safer online environment for students and hold both schools and social media companies accountable for addressing cyberbullying. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step in combating this growing issue.