A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require institutions of higher education to have an independent advocate for campus sexual assault prevention and response.
Latest action (30 Sep 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
This bill, S. 5657, would require colleges and universities to establish an independent advocate specifically for addressing sexual assault on campus. This advocate's role would focus on prevention efforts and responding to incidents of sexual assault. The bill aims to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to incorporate this requirement.
While the exact scope and implementation details of this independent advocate's duties are not yet public, the measure would directly impact institutions of higher education by mandating this new position. Students and staff at these institutions would interact with this advocate, who is intended to provide dedicated support and resources related to sexual assault prevention and response.
As of September 30, 2026, S. 5657 has been introduced in the Senate by Senator Timothy "Tim" Kaine. The bill is currently in its initial stage of the legislative process. It has not yet been passed by either the Senate or the House of Representatives, nor has it been signed into law. The full text of the bill, detailing its specific provisions, has not yet been published.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 30, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does S. 5657 do?
- This bill, S. 5657, would require colleges and universities to establish an independent advocate specifically for addressing sexual assault on campus. This advocate's role would focus on prevention efforts and responding to incidents of sexual assault. The bill aims to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to incorporate this requirement. While the exact scope and implementation details of this independent advocate's duties are not yet public, the measure would directly impact institutions of higher education by mandating this new position. Students and staff at these institutions would interact with this advocate, who is intended to provide dedicated support and resources related to sexual assault prevention and response. As of September 30, 2026, S. 5657 has been introduced in the Senate by Senator Timothy "Tim" Kaine. The bill is currently in its initial stage of the legislative process. It has not yet been passed by either the Senate or the House of Representatives, nor has it been signed into law. The full text of the bill, detailing its specific provisions, has not yet been published.
- Has S. 5657 become law?
- Not yet. As of 30 Sep 2026, S. 5657 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S. 5657?
- S. 5657 was sponsored by Sen. Timothy “Tim” Kaine [D-VA] (Democrat-VA), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 5657?
- Introduced (30 Sep 2026).
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