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HB 279

HIGHER EDUCATION: Requires certain postsecondary education students to complete an anti-hazing course (EN NO IMPACT See Note)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Delisha Boyd and 5 co-sponsors

Louisiana requires all postsecondary students to complete anti-hazing education courses to address campus safety and reduce hazing-related injuries and deaths.

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 174.
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Bill Summary · HB 279

Legislative bill overview

HB 279 requires Louisiana postsecondary education students to complete an anti-hazing course as a condition of enrollment or participation in student organizations. The bill became effective August 1, 2025, and applies to all public and private colleges and universities in the state.

Why is this important

Hazing incidents on college campuses have resulted in serious injuries, deaths, and psychological trauma. This mandate attempts to create a statewide baseline for hazing prevention education, potentially reducing incidents through mandatory awareness training. The requirement affects all Louisiana postsecondary students and establishes enforceable standards across institutions.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs and burden: Institutions must develop or purchase anti-hazing courses and administer them to all students, creating administrative and financial obligations with unclear funding mechanisms
  • Curriculum standardization concerns: The bill doesn't specify course content, duration, or learning outcomes, leaving schools to interpret requirements and potentially creating inconsistent quality across institutions
  • Free speech and organizational autonomy: Student organizations may view mandatory courses as government overreach into student-led activities, and enforcement mechanisms could conflict with First Amendment considerations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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