Bill > HB4313

This bill, titled the "Parents' Bill of Rights," aims to protect the fundamental rights of parents to direct the upbringing, education, healthcare, and mental health of their minor children. The bill establishes that the state, its political subdivisions, or any other governmental entity cannot infringe on these parental rights without demonstrating a compelling state interest and using the least restrictive means. It outlines specific parental rights, including the right to direct their child's education, upbringing, and moral or religious training, as well as the right to make healthcare decisions and access their child's school records. The bill also allows parents to bring legal action against any violation of these rights and use the bill as a defense before any court or administrative tribunal. The provisions of this bill apply to state and local laws, rules, or ordinances, and any statutory law adopted after the enactment of this article, unless explicitly excluded.