Connecticut 2023 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB06099

Introduced
1/18/23  
Introduced
1/18/23  
Refer
1/18/23  

Caption

An Act Concerning Investigations Of Intimate Partner Violence By Institutions Of Higher Education.

Impact

If passed, this bill would lead to significant changes in how higher education institutions handle cases of intimate partner violence. It would create a legally mandated process for supporting victims, thereby promoting a more transparent and inclusive approach to investigations and hearings. This could potentially enhance the safety and support structures within these institutions, ensuring victims feel empowered to engage with the process and receive the necessary information regarding the proceedings that affect them. Furthermore, it may necessitate training for institutional personnel involved in these processes to comply with the new requirements.

Summary

House Bill 06099 focuses on enhancing the rights of victims of intimate partner violence within institutions of higher education. The bill mandates that if a higher education institution conducts an investigation or administrative hearing related to intimate partner violence in cases where the accused is a student or employee and the victim is not, the institution must take specific actions. These actions include notifying the victim about the investigation or hearing, allowing the victim to participate, clarifying the roles of all parties involved, and disclosing information discovered throughout the investigation or hearing process. This change aims to ensure the victim's perspective and rights are considered during institutional proceedings.

Contention

Debate surrounding HB 06099 may arise from concerns about fairness and due process for all parties involved. Supporters argue that the bill strengthens the victim's voice and enhances accountability within educational institutions, while critics may raise issues regarding how the participation of victims could affect the rights of the accused. Balancing the need to support victims while ensuring a fair investigative process for the accused is likely to be a key point of contention during discussions around the bill.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB05340

An Act Allowing Third-party Victims To Participate In An Investigation Or Disciplinary Proceeding By An Institution Of Higher Education.

CT HB05322

An Act Concerning The Distribution Of Educational Materials Regarding Intimate Partner Violence Toward Pregnant And Postpartum Patients.

CT SB00359

An Act Concerning Services Provided By The Department Of Children And Families To Relatives Of A Person Whose Death Was Caused By Intimate Partner Violence.

CT SB00004

An Act Concerning Victims Of Domestic Violence, The Unsolicited Transmission Of Intimate Images By Means Of An Electronic Communication Device And The Impermissible Use Of Nondisclosure Agreements In The Workplace.

CT SB00236

An Act Concerning A Fee Waiver At Public Institutions Of Higher Education For Certain Veterans And Members Of The National Guard.

CT HB05341

An Act Requiring Reporting Of Projected And Actual Revenues And Expenditures At Public Institutions Of Higher Education.

CT HB05276

An Act Eliminating Tax Exemptions For Certain Real Property Acquired By Independent Institutions Of Higher Education.

CT HB05363

An Act Concerning The Planning Commission For Higher Education.

CT SB00002

An Act Concerning Artificial Intelligence.

CT HB05437

An Act Concerning Education Mandate Relief, School Discipline And Disconnected Youth.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.