Bill > H5205

This bill mandates that all public colleges, universities, and technical colleges in South Carolina must implement a safety training program for new students, covering topics like personal safety, emergency procedures, accessing campus security, preventing and responding to sexual assault and other crimes, bystander intervention, and mental health resources. The training must be completed during initial orientation or within the first 30 days of a student's arrival, with specific exclusions for certain types of students like those in adult education or certificate programs. Institutions are also required to develop and annually report campus crime statistics, including a summary analysis of specific crimes and whether victims and offenders were "affiliated" (meaning they had a valid campus ID at the time of the crime, such as students, faculty, staff, or contractors). These reports, along with campus safety plans, must be made publicly available and submitted to state education bodies and law enforcement. The bill also establishes enforcement mechanisms, allowing state education boards to identify non-compliant institutions and potentially recommend funding reductions or refer cases to the Attorney General for legal action.

Education

https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=5205&session=126&summary=B