HI SB3024

Establishes state-level protections against sex-based harassment, sex discrimination, and retaliation in educational programs, explicitly including protections based on gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and pregnancy-related conditions.

Requires covered educational entities to promptly respond to complaints occurring on campus, digital platforms, or during educational activities, with mandatory reporting by non-confidential employees to Title IX coordinators.

Creates specific protections for pregnant and parenting students, including voluntary leave of absence with academic reinstatement, reasonable accommodations, private lactation spaces, and prohibition of discrimination based on parental or marital status.

Mandates that individuals be allowed to participate in classes, activities, bathrooms, and locker rooms consistent with their gender identity or expression.

Authorizes private civil actions for violations with compensatory and punitive damages, establishes a two-year statute of limitations, and requires training for all employees on recognizing and reporting sex-based harassment and discrimination.