Michigan HB5555 amends civil rights laws to protect individuals with disabilities from harassment by educational institutions.

Michigan HB5555 amends civil rights laws to protect individuals with disabilities from harassment by educational institutions. The bill mandates that educational institutions must not discriminate against or harass individuals with disabilities, including those using adaptive devices or aids. It requires institutions to designate a civil rights coordinator to oversee compliance with anti-harassment policies. Institutions must provide supportive measures to individuals who report or are subjected to harassment, including adapting course schedules and issuing no-contact orders.

Michigan HB5555 amends civil rights laws to protect individuals with disabilities from harassment by educational institutions.

Michigan HB5555 amends civil rights laws to protect individuals with disabilities from harassment by educational institutions. The bill mandates that educational institutions must not discriminate against or harass individuals with disabilities, including those using adaptive devices or aids. It requires institutions to designate a civil rights coordinator to oversee compliance with anti-harassment policies. Institutions must provide supportive measures to individuals who report or are subjected to harassment, including adapting course schedules and issuing no-contact orders.