CT HB05340

Expands Connecticut's higher education sexual assault, stalking, and intimate partner violence policies to include "third parties"—defined as non-students/non-employees who either participate in institutional activities or report victimization posing ongoing safety risks to the campus.

Requires institutions to extend existing protections to third-party victims, including procedures for reporting incidents, access to advocacy and counseling services, rights notifications, and the opportunity to participate in investigations and disciplinary proceedings.

Mandates that third-party victims receive written notification of their rights immediately upon reporting and be informed of outcomes from any resulting disciplinary proceedings within one business day.

Requires institutions with policies for victims who don't qualify under standard procedures or Title IX to provide those individuals a summary of available processes, participation rights, and support resources.

Effective July 1, 2024, amending sections 10a-55c(a) and 10a-55m of Connecticut General Statutes.