PROTECT Kids Act

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 18 - 12.

Bill 119 HR 2616, also known as the Parental Rights in Education Act, aims to require public elementary and middle schools that receive funding under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to obtain parental consent before making any changes to a minor's gender markers, pronouns, or preferred name on school forms or in sex-based accommodations such as locker rooms or bathrooms.

The bill seeks to ensure that parents are involved in decisions regarding their child's gender identity and accommodations at school. It emphasizes the importance of parental consent in these matters and aims to protect the rights of parents to be informed and involved in decisions that may impact their child's well-being and education.

If passed, this legislation would require schools to seek permission from parents before making any changes to a student's gender identity information or accommodations. This includes obtaining consent before updating school records, changing pronouns or preferred names, or allowing access to sex-segregated facilities like locker rooms or bathrooms. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2616 highlights the importance of parental involvement in decisions related to a minor's gender identity and accommodations at school. It aims to ensure that parents are informed and have a say in these matters, ultimately seeking to protect the rights and interests of both parents and students in the education system.