Tyler’s family is pursuing legislation for the Traveling Youth's Standards of Safety bill (TY'S S.O.S.) to ensure safety protocols are in place to protect children. The Hills want to share their story about Tyler’s tragedy to help protect other students and raise awareness among parents about the need for safety standards for student ambassador programs and other similar travel programs.

On June 29, 2007, while on a trip to Tokyo, Japan, Tyler Hill passed away at the Japanese Red Cross Medical Center. According to hospital officials, Tyler’s death could have been prevented had he received immediate medical attention. The family filed a lawsuit with the Hennepin County Court in Minnesota on Jan. 28, 2008.

Judge Porter's order of June 10, 2009