HB4304 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

HIGHER ED STUDENT BILL OF RTS
Last Action

3/20/2026 - House: Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance

Synopsis As Introduced

Creates the Higher Education Student Bill of Rights Act. Provides that a student attending a postsecondary education institution in the State is entitled to the following rights: the right to an inclusive and safe learning environment; the right to equal access; the right to safety and respect; the right to accessibility; the right to free expression; the right to organize; the right to peaceful protest; the right to academic transparency; the right to fair evaluation; the right to educational records; the right to educational programs safeguarded from political interference; the right to career preparation; the right to educational quality; the right to due process; the right to representation; the right to institutional accountability; the right to financial transparency; the right to fair lending and borrowing practices; the right to timely refunds and withdrawals; and the right to transfer.
Actions

DateChamberAction
1/06/2026HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Katie Stuart
1/14/2026HouseFirst Reading
1/14/2026HouseReferred to Rules Committee
2/11/2026HouseAssigned to Higher Education Committee
2/25/2026HouseAdded Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Sharon Chung
3/19/2026HouseDo Pass / Short Debate Higher Education Committee; 007-004-000
3/20/2026HousePlaced on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate
3/27/2026HouseHouse Floor Amendment No. 1 Filed with Clerk by Rep. Katie Stuart
3/27/2026HouseHouse Floor Amendment No. 1 Referred to Rules Committee