The bill amends existing laws regarding hazing by introducing new definitions and increasing penalties for those involved in hazing activities. It establishes that any organizer or participant in hazing, as defined in the newly inserted section 11-21-5, will be guilty of a misdemeanor and may face fines up to $500 or imprisonment for up to one year. Additionally, school officials, including coaches, who knowingly permit hazing or fail to take reasonable measures to prevent it will face increased penalties, with fines raised to a minimum of $1,000 and potential imprisonment for up to one year. The bill also clarifies that consent from individuals subjected to hazing is not a valid defense in legal actions.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new section that defines "serious bodily injury" and outlines the legal immunity for individuals who seek medical assistance for someone harmed by hazing, provided their actions are in good faith and without malice. The amendments aim to strengthen the legal framework against hazing in educational institutions, ensuring that both participants and those in authority are held accountable for their roles in such activities. The act will take effect upon passage.