Bill > SF3513

This bill, known as the "Parent's Bill of Rights," defines the fundamental rights of parents to direct the upbringing, education, and physical and mental health care of their minor children without obstruction or interference from the state or any governmental entity. It outlines specific rights, including the right to direct their child's education, access and oversee school records, make informed health care decisions, consent to medical procedures, and be notified of suspected criminal offenses against their child. The bill also prohibits attempts to coerce a child to withhold information from their parent or to discriminate against a parent for exercising these rights. The bill does not authorize parental abuse or neglect, nor does it apply to end-of-life decisions. The rights outlined are more comprehensive than the ones listed in the bill and cannot be limited or denied unless legally waived or terminated.