HB 3731
Provides additional data to be included by institutions of higher education in an annual report regarding allegations of sexual misconduct and violence on the campus of the institution.
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Support
86%
Oppose
14%
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill requires Oregon colleges and universities to provide more detailed data in annual reports about sexual misconduct and violence on campus. The reports must include information on the number of allegations reported, investigations conducted, disciplinary actions taken, supportive measures offered, and other relevant details. This aims to increase transparency and accountability regarding campus safety.
Key provisions
- Institutions must submit annual reports detailing allegations of sexual misconduct.
- Reports must include data on law enforcement investigations.
- Reports must track disciplinary actions against students and employees.
- Reports must include information on supportive measures offered to survivors.
- Reports must track students who requested or received supportive measures.
- Reports must include data on students who took leaves of absence or transferred due to misconduct concerns.
- Reports must detail the number of anonymous reports received.
- Institutions must describe efforts to improve campus safety and prevent misconduct.
Who is affected
- Oregon colleges and universities
- Students
- Employees
- Higher Education Coordinating Commission
- Legislative Assembly committees
Notable changes
- Requires more comprehensive data collection on sexual misconduct incidents.
Sponsors
Official sponsors from legislative records.
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
David Brock Smith
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
Supporters of the measure emphasize the need for policymakers to better understand the experiences of public university students regarding sexual misconduct reporting processes and accommodations. They argue that current reporting requirements are inadequate, hindering lawmakers' comprehension of case investigations and resolutions. By providing more comprehensive reporting requirements, proponents believe this bill aims to address discrepancies in initial data on sexual misconduct on college campuses and ultimately protect student victims by obtaining necessary data and supporting the vital work of Title IX Coordinators.
Source: Testimony Summaries
Arguments opposed
Reasons to oppose this legislation.
Opponents of HB 3731 argue that the bill's focus on providing funding for faith-based organizations and moral education initiatives is misguided, as it diverts resources away from more pressing social issues. They contend that supporting morality through public funding is a less effective use of taxpayer money compared to allocating funds to evidence-based programs addressing poverty, healthcare, and education. Instead, opponents suggest that taxpayer dollars should be directed towards community development projects and initiatives that promote social cohesion and inclusivity. By prioritizing moral education over more practical applications, proponents of HB 3731 are accused of perpetuating a narrow and divisive agenda that neglects the needs of marginalized communities.