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Campus Safety: Mandatory Public Reporting of Hazing Incidents by Colleges.

This law requires colleges and universities to publicly disclose all formal findings of hazing incidents and the resulting sanctions imposed on student organizations. The goal is to enhance student safety and provide prospective students and parents with transparent information about risks on campus. Institutions must also implement comprehensive hazing prevention and education programs.
Key points
Colleges must publish semi-annual reports (Campus Hazing Transparency Report) detailing formal findings of hazing violations and sanctions against student organizations.
A federal definition of hazing is established, covering acts that pose a substantial risk of physical injury, mental harm, or degradation, regardless of the student's willingness to participate.
Institutions are required to develop and run campus-wide educational and prevention programs, including bystander intervention training.
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Print number: 118_S_2901
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2023-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop Campus Hazing Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2901.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges must publish semi-annual reports (Campus Hazing Transparency Report) detailing formal findings of hazing violations and sanctions against student organizations.
  • A federal definition of hazing is established, covering acts that pose a substantial risk of physical injury, mental harm, or degradation, regardless of the student's willingness to participate.
  • Institutions are required to develop and run campus-wide educational and prevention programs, including bystander intervention training.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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