PROTECT Kids Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 736 PROTECT Kids Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

10/8/2024, 8:41 PM

Summary of Bill HR 736

The PROTECT Kids Act, designated as H.R. 736 in the 118th Congress and introduced on February 1, 2023, aims to safeguard children by implementing specific directives to enhance their protection. The bill appears to focus on child welfare and potentially includes provisions related to ensuring the safety and well-being of minors. As of the latest update on October 2, 2024, further details or specific actions proposed by the bill are not provided in the available context information.

Congressional Summary of HR 736

Parental Rights Over The Education and Care of Their Kids Act or the PROTECT Kids Act

This bill requires elementary and middle schools, as a condition of receiving federal funds, to obtain parental consent under specified circumstances.

Specifically, an elementary school or a school consisting of only grades 5-8 must obtain parental consent before (1) changing a minor child's gender markers, pronouns, or preferred name on any school form; or (2) allowing a child to change the child's sex-based accommodations, including locker rooms or bathrooms.

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Current Status of Bill HR 736

Bill HR 736 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 1, 2023. Bill HR 736 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 1, 2023. Bill HR 736's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 599. as of October 1, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 736

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 736

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Potential Impact Areas

- Elementary and secondary education

- Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 736

PROTECT Kids Act

Parental Rights Over The Education and Care of Their Kids Act

PROTECT Kids Act

Parental Rights Over The Education and Care of Their Kids Act

To require elementary and middle schools that receive Federal funds to obtain parental consent before changing a minor child's gender markers, pronouns, or preferred name on any school form or allowing a child to change the child's sex-based accommodations, including locker rooms or bathrooms.