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House Unanimously Passes H.R. 5646 Stop Campus Hazing Act to Combat College Hazing

Sep 25, 2024, 04:55 PM

The House of Representatives has unanimously passed H.R. 5646, the Stop Campus Hazing Act, a significant bipartisan measure aimed at combating hazing on college campuses. The bill, which could become the first federal law to address hazing nationwide, was led by Representative Lucy McBath and supported by key figures such as Representative Jeff Duncan and Chair Virginia Foxx. The act is seen as a cultural shift in how schools approach hazing and is expected to save students' lives. The legislation comes ten years after the tragic death of Tucker Hipps from a suspected hazing incident, highlighting the ongoing search for justice by affected families. The passage of the bill coincides with National Hazing Prevention Week, reflecting the tireless advocacy of families and friends who have lost loved ones to hazing.