HB 2807-S.E - DIGEST

(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 2/16/04)

Requires each institution of higher education to adopt rules regarding disruptive off-campus conduct of students, including sanctions. Sanctions may include, but are not limited to, counseling, probation, suspension, or expulsion.

Provides that, as used in this act, "disruptive off-campus conduct" means any conduct that results in a citation or conviction for the violation of laws or ordinances and that: (1) Interferes with the institution of higher education's relationship with the surrounding community;

(2) Harms the reputation of the institution of higher education; or

(3) Violates the institution of higher education's policies.

Provides that, as used in this act, "off-campus" means neighborhoods, businesses, and public places that are proximate to the campus of the institution.

Requires each institution of higher education to report the substance of the rules adopted under this act to the higher education committees of the legislature by December 1, 2004.