“As we prepare for the beginning of another school year, parents and students alike deserve to have peace of mind that we take hazing seriously and will have zero tolerance for these abuses in New York.”
Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul said, “The safety of our students is a top priority, and these hazing rituals put them at risk of physical and emotional harm. This legislation will help to combat these dangerous rituals and prevent injury and potential fatality of our students. We will not tolerate these actions that threaten the lives of students in New York State.”
Sen. Ken LaValle commented, “Too many families have had to grieve the loss of a relative due to hazing. Whether it be from dangerous hazing incidents, alcohol poisoning or drug overdoses, we need to continue to combat the problems causing tragic deaths and injuries on campuses. This new law will bring the changes necessary to deter such harmful behavior in the future.”
Assemblyman David Weprin stressed that “hazing is reckless and dangerous” and “we must do everything in our power to protect students from danger.”
