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Protecting Parental Rights Act

12/30/2022, 4:18 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6676

Bill 117 HR 6676, also known as the Protecting Parental Rights Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered in the United States Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to protect the rights of parents in making decisions regarding the upbringing and education of their children.

The bill seeks to ensure that parents have the final say in important decisions such as healthcare, education, and religious upbringing for their children. It aims to prevent government interference in these matters and uphold the principle that parents are the primary decision-makers when it comes to their children's well-being.

Specifically, the Protecting Parental Rights Act includes provisions that prohibit government agencies from infringing on parental rights without due process. It also establishes guidelines for how disputes between parents and government entities should be resolved, emphasizing the importance of parental involvement in these processes. Additionally, the bill includes measures to protect parental rights in the context of education, ensuring that parents have the right to opt their children out of certain curriculum or programs that they find objectionable. It also seeks to promote transparency and communication between schools and parents regarding their children's education. Overall, the Protecting Parental Rights Act is aimed at safeguarding the rights of parents to make decisions in the best interest of their children. It emphasizes the importance of parental involvement in key aspects of their children's lives and seeks to prevent government overreach in these matters.

Congressional Summary of HR 6676

Protecting Parental Rights Act

This bill establishes a new federal criminal offense for administering a COVID-19 vaccine to a minor without the prior consent of a custodial parent or legal guardian of the minor. A violation is subject to a fine, a prison term of up to one year, or both.

Current Status of Bill HR 6676

Bill HR 6676 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2022. Bill HR 6676 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 9, 2022.  Bill HR 6676's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6676

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
32
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
32
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6676

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Child health
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Family relationships
- Immunology and vaccination
- Infectious and parasitic diseases

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6676

Protecting Parental Rights Act
Protecting Parental Rights Act
To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit administering COVID-19 vaccines to minors without parental consent, and for other purposes.

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