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SB2902: Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2023

: Patty Murray (D-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Sep 21, 2023
Education
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  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

A bill to prevent harassment at institutions of higher education, and for other purposes.

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This bill aims to prevent harassment at colleges and universities, named after Tyler Clementi, a student who died by suicide after online harassment. The legislation would require higher education institutions to adopt policies and procedures addressing harassment and bullying. It affects colleges, universities, and their students nationwide. The bill is currently in the early stage after being introduced in Congress by a bipartisan group of senators.

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SB2902: Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2023

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