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Parents Need to Know Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 11:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7491

The Parents Need to Know Act of 2022, also known as Bill 117 hr 7491, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to ensure that parents have access to important information about their child's education and school environment.

One key provision of the bill is the requirement for schools to provide parents with detailed information about their child's academic progress, including grades, test scores, and attendance records. This information would be made available to parents on a regular basis, allowing them to stay informed about how their child is performing in school.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase transparency in schools by requiring them to provide parents with information about school safety measures, disciplinary policies, and any incidents of bullying or harassment that occur on campus. This information would help parents make informed decisions about their child's education and well-being. Overall, the Parents Need to Know Act of 2022 seeks to empower parents with the information they need to be actively involved in their child's education and ensure that schools are held accountable for providing a safe and supportive learning environment.

Congressional Summary of HR 7491

Parents Need to Know Act of 2022

This bill requires local educational agencies to establish procedures for schools to provide (1) timely notification, including by calls and texts, to parents about certain threats, unlawful acts, or significant emergencies that occur on school grounds, during transportation for school sponsored-events, or during school-sponsored activities; (2) a plan to address, mitigate, or correct any risks to students associated with these acts or emergencies; and (3) an annual notice to students, parents, and employees describing the notification procedures required by the bill.

Current Status of Bill HR 7491

Bill HR 7491 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 11, 2022. Bill HR 7491 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 11, 2022.  Bill HR 7491's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of April 11, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7491

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7491

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7491

Parents Need to Know Act of 2022
Parents Need to Know Act of 2022
To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to establish notification and reporting requirements relating to unlawful acts and significant emergencies faced by students in public elementary and secondary schools.

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