Protecting Innocence in Education Act

Protecting Innocence in Education Act

This bill prohibits federally mandated sex education in elementary schools.

Specifically, the bill prohibits the Department of Education (ED) from (1) requiring states, local educational agencies, or elementary schools to implement federal policies relating to sex education in elementary schools; or (2) punishing these entities (e.g., withholding federal funds or levying fines) for failing to implement or carry out these federal policies.

Additionally, the bill prohibits the Task Force on Sexual Violence in Education from (1) developing recommendations for these entities with respect to sex education in elementary schools; or (2) assessing ED's ability to levy intermediate fines for noncompliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in federally funded education programs or activities.

Bill 117 HR 7492, also known as the Protecting Innocence in Education Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address concerns regarding the teaching of controversial or inappropriate topics in schools, particularly in relation to sexual education.

The bill aims to prohibit the use of federal funds for any educational program or activity that promotes or encourages sexual activity, sexual orientation or gender identity issues to students in kindergarten through 12th grade. It also seeks to ensure that parents have the right to review any instructional materials related to these topics and to opt their children out of such programs.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect the privacy and safety of students by prohibiting the sharing of sensitive personal information without parental consent. It also requires schools to provide notice to parents about any curriculum or materials related to sexual education, allowing them to make informed decisions about their child's education. Overall, the Protecting Innocence in Education Act aims to promote transparency, parental involvement, and the protection of children from potentially harmful or inappropriate content in schools. It is currently being debated in Congress and has garnered both support and opposition from various stakeholders.