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Strengthening Student Protection Against Harassment and Cyberbullying in Higher Education.

This law mandates that US colleges and universities implement clear, enforceable policies prohibiting student harassment, including cyberbullying, based on characteristics like race, sex, orientation, or religion. It requires institutions to establish reporting procedures, sanctions, and provide mental health support for both victims and the accused. Furthermore, the Act authorizes $50 million annually for competitive grants to institutions to develop anti-harassment prevention programs.
Key points
Colleges must develop and publish detailed policies explicitly banning harassment, including incidents occurring through electronic communication and cyberbullying.
Mandatory procedures for reporting incidents, informing parties of disciplinary outcomes, and providing counseling and mental health services.
Establishes a competitive grant program ($50 million annually for FY 2024-2029) to help institutions initiate or improve anti-harassment and support programs.
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Print number: 118_S_2902
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2023-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2902.

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 develop and publish detailed policies explicitly banning harassment, including incidents occurring through electronic communication and cyberbullying.
  • Mandatory procedures for reporting incidents, informing parties of disciplinary outcomes, and providing counseling and mental health services.
  • Establishes a competitive grant program ($50 million annually for FY 2024-2029) to help institutions initiate or improve anti-harassment and support programs.
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. Murray, Patty [D-WA].

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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Education