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PA HB360
PA HB360In postsecondary institution sexual harassment and sexual violence policy and online reporting syst em, further providing for policy for postsecondary institution sexual harassment and sexual violence.
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Introduced
01/27/2025
01/27/2025
In Committee
01/27/2025
01/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in postsecondary institution sexual harassment and sexual violence policy and online reporting system, further providing for policy for postsecondary institution sexual harassment and sexual violence.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to enhance policies regarding sexual harassment and sexual violence at postsecondary institutions. Specifically, the legislation requires colleges and universities to adopt a clear, written policy that informs victims of their rights under federal and state law, including the crime victims bill of rights. The bill mandates that these institutional policies must meet or exceed a model policy (to be developed) and establish specific guidelines for investigating incidents of sexual harassment or sexual violence within a defined timeline. Additionally, the policy must include protections for witnesses and victims during ongoing investigations, ensuring their safety and support throughout the investigative process. The new requirements aim to provide more comprehensive and victim-centered approaches to addressing sexual harassment and violence on college campuses, with the changes set to take effect 60 days after the bill's enactment.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (30)
Dan Williams (D)*,
Lisa Borowski (D),
Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D),
Missy Cerrato (D),
Joe Ciresi (D),
Bob Freeman (D),
Mark Gillen (R),
José Giral (D),
Roni Green (D),
Nancy Guenst (D),
Liz Hanbidge (D),
Carol Hill-Evans (D),
Joe Hohenstein (D),
Kristine Howard (D),
John Inglis (D),
Carol Kazeem (D),
Tarik Khan (D),
Emily Kinkead (D),
Maureen Madden (D),
La'Tasha Mayes (D),
Jeanne McNeill (D),
Jenn O'Mara (D),
Chris Pielli (D),
Tarah Probst (D),
Chris Rabb (D),
Ben Sanchez (D),
Melissa Shusterman (D),
Mandy Steele (D),
Ben Waxman (D),
Joseph Webster (D),
Last Action
Referred to Education (on 01/27/2025)
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