The proposed bill, H. 5205, aims to enhance campus safety by mandating that all public colleges, universities, and technical colleges in South Carolina implement a safety training program for new students. This program must be developed by the institution's public safety director in collaboration with the institution's president and governing board, and it should be administered during the initial orientation or within the first thirty days of a student's arrival on campus. The training will cover essential topics such as personal safety, emergency procedures, prevention of sexual assault and violence, and access to mental health resources. Exemptions from the training program are provided for students enrolled in adult education, dual enrollment, or certificate programs, as well as continuing education and transient students.

Additionally, the bill establishes reporting requirements for institutions regarding campus crime statistics and safety training program details. Each institution must compile and submit an annual report to the appropriate educational authority, detailing the training program and associated materials. The bill also outlines enforcement mechanisms for noncompliance, including potential funding reductions and legal actions. The act is set to take effect upon the Governor's approval and will first apply to students enrolling in the fall of 2027, with the initial summary analysis data due in November 2027.