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HB 5291

Relating to reporting and planning requirements to reduce the occurrence of sexual assault near the campuses of public institutions of higher education.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Armando Walle

Texas bill mandates public universities establish reporting systems and prevention plans to reduce sexual assaults occurring on or near campuses through data collection and law enforcement coordination.

Referred to Higher Education
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Bill Summary · HB 5291

Legislative bill overview

HB 5291 requires public institutions of higher education in Texas to develop and implement comprehensive reporting and planning requirements aimed at reducing sexual assault incidents in areas near campus. The bill establishes protocols for data collection, analysis, and coordinated prevention strategies between universities and local law enforcement.

Why is this important

Sexual assault on and around college campuses remains a significant public safety concern, with many incidents going unreported or unaddressed through coordinated institutional responses. Enhanced reporting requirements and prevention planning can increase victim support, improve threat identification, and create accountability mechanisms while informing students and families of safety risks in their communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy and disclosure concerns: Balancing victim confidentiality protections with public reporting requirements; survivors may fear retaliation or loss of anonymity if assault data is too transparent
  • Resource allocation burden: Requiring institutions to develop comprehensive prevention programs and coordinate with law enforcement may strain institutional budgets, particularly at smaller or under-resourced universities
  • Definition and scope ambiguity: The bill's effectiveness depends on how "near campus" is defined geographically; overly broad definitions could implicate off-campus incidents beyond institutional control, while narrow definitions might miss relevant assaults

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

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