Significant legislation sponsored or co-sponsored by Senator Poore during the 2015 session.

HB-1

Senate Sponsor[s]: Peterson Senate

Co-sponsor[s]: Blevins, Hall-Long, Henry, Poore

Mandates that responsible employees of colleges and universities report incidents of sexual assault committed against students to law enforcement within 24 hours of notification. School law enforcement must make reports to the proper municipal/state law enforcement agencies with 24 hours as well as issuing monthly reports to the state Justice Department every 30 days. Exclusions include people with privilege against disclosure and sexual assault victim advocates. Also mandates that institutions train staff in the reporting requirements. Authorizes the State Justice Department to fine institutions found in non-compliance.
Status: House Administration Committee