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Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act: New Rules and Support

This act introduces new obligations for higher education institutions to prevent student harassment, including online harassment. Citizens can expect clearer procedures for reporting and resolving harassment issues, as well as access to support programs. The goal is to create a safer academic environment for all students.
Key points
Colleges must develop and distribute clear anti-harassment policies covering various forms and locations, including electronic harassment.
Procedures for reporting harassment, informing about disciplinary outcomes, and accessing counseling and support services will be established.
A grant program will be created to help institutions develop or improve anti-harassment programs and provide services to victims.
The act strengthens existing anti-discrimination laws by adding new obligations for colleges in combating harassment.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2876
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2025-09-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2876.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges must develop and distribute clear anti-harassment policies covering various forms and locations, including electronic harassment.
  • Procedures for reporting harassment, informing about disciplinary outcomes, and accessing counseling and support services will be established.
  • A grant program will be created to help institutions develop or improve anti-harassment programs and provide services to victims.
  • The act strengthens existing anti-discrimination laws by adding new obligations for colleges in combating harassment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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