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Introduced
02/01/2023
02/01/2023
In Committee
02/01/2023
02/01/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024
04/12/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to protecting the childhood of children; adding a 2 new section to chapter 28A.320 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 26 3 RCW; creating a new section; and prescribing penalties. 4
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect the fundamental rights of parents to direct the upbringing, education, health care, and mental health of their minor children. It establishes new requirements for school districts to adopt policies that promote parental involvement and provide mechanisms for parents to access information about their child's education and health. The bill also places restrictions on health care providers and school staff regarding the provision of services and sharing of information with minor children without parental consent, except in limited circumstances. Additionally, the bill directs the state's professional educator standards board to review and update relevant standards and competencies for school staff training.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (on 01/08/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5653&Year=2023&Initiative=false |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/5653.pdf |
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