College students who experience sexual assault would get an independent advocate for support and guidance.
This bill would require colleges that get federal money to have an independent advocate for students who experience sexual assault. This advocate would offer confidential support, guidance through reporting processes, and ensure access to critical services. It aims to give survivors a dedicated resource separate from the institution's own investigation.
Today, federal law does not specifically require colleges receiving federal money to have an independent advocate for students who experience sexual assault. If this bill passes, these colleges would be required to designate such an advocate. This advocate would provide confidential support, guide survivors through various processes, and ensure access to critical services like medical care and counseling, all while representing the survivor's interests independently from the institution.
HR 10665 · 119th Congress · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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