S.B. No. 800 amends Section 51.282(c) of the Education Code to enhance the orientation requirements for entering freshmen and undergraduate transfer students at public institutions of higher education regarding the institution's policies on sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. The bill mandates that the orientation must include a video that provides essential information, such as the names and contact details of the institution's Title IX coordinators and the services offered by the Title IX office. Additionally, the orientation can be delivered online, allowing for flexibility in how institutions present this critical information.

The new requirements outlined in the bill will take effect starting with the 2025-2026 academic year. The bill stipulates that it will become effective immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote from both houses of the legislature; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025. This legislation aims to ensure that students are well-informed about their rights and the resources available to them regarding sexual misconduct on campus.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 51.282 (Education Code 51)