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Empower Parents to Protect Their Kids Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 5:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8170

Bill 117 HR 8170, also known as the Empower Parents to Protect Their Kids Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to give parents more control over the content that their children are exposed to in schools.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the requirement for schools to provide parents with detailed information about the curriculum being taught, including any controversial or sensitive topics. This would allow parents to make informed decisions about their child's education and have a say in what their child is learning.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase transparency in schools by requiring them to make all instructional materials available for review by parents. This would give parents the opportunity to see exactly what their child is being taught and address any concerns they may have. Another important aspect of the bill is the establishment of a process for parents to file complaints about curriculum content they find objectionable. Schools would be required to investigate these complaints and take appropriate action to address any valid concerns raised by parents. Overall, the Empower Parents to Protect Their Kids Act of 2022 seeks to empower parents to take a more active role in their child's education and ensure that they have a voice in what their child is learning. It remains to be seen how this bill will be received by Congress and whether it will ultimately become law.

Congressional Summary of HR 8170

Empower Parents to Protect Their Kids Act of 2022

This bill prohibits an elementary or secondary school from receiving federal funds unless the school complies with specified requirements related to parental consent and student gender identity.

Among other requirements, school employees may not withhold information from parents about a minor student's gender transition or gender identity. The Department of Justice or a parent or guardian may bring a civil action against a school for violations.

Current Status of Bill HR 8170

Bill HR 8170 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2022. Bill HR 8170 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 22, 2022.  Bill HR 8170's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of June 22, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8170

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
18
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8170

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8170

Empower Parents to Protect Their Kids Act of 2022
Empower Parents to Protect Their Kids Act of 2022
To require elementary schools and secondary schools that receive Federal funds to obtain parental consent before facilitating a child's gender transition in any form, and for other purposes.

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