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WY HB0190

WY HB0190
Parental rights in education.


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Introduced
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/16/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Budget Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to education; specifying procedures and requirements for school districts to provide parents notice of information regarding students and the rights of parents to make decisions regarding their children; specifying that school districts cannot prohibit parental notification and involvement in critical decisions involving students; prohibiting classroom discussion about sexual orientation or gender identity as specified; specifying training requirements for school districts; specifying procedures for resolving parent concerns and complaints; specifying duties for school district boards of trustees and the state board of education; providing for a cause of action; providing definitions; requiring rulemaking; and providing for effective dates.

AI Summary

This bill aims to establish various provisions related to parental rights in education. Key aspects include: 1. Prohibiting classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity for students in grades K-12, unless deemed age-appropriate by the state board of education. 2. Requiring school districts to immediately notify parents if a student wishes to change their name, pronouns, or identity in a manner inconsistent with their biological sex, or if there are changes to the student's mental, emotional, or physical health services. 3. Prohibiting school districts from adopting policies that prevent personnel from notifying parents about a student's well-being or that encourage students to withhold information from parents. 4. Mandating that school districts provide annual notification to parents about healthcare services offered and obtain parental consent before administering student well-being questionnaires or health screenings. 5. Allowing teachers, administrators, or school districts to face disciplinary action or civil penalties for violations, and providing a private cause of action for aggrieved persons. The bill also amends existing laws to require school boards to adopt relevant procedures and guidelines, and to allow for the dismissal of teachers who violate the new provisions.

Sponsors (25)

Last Action

Did not Consider for Introduction (on 02/16/2024)

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