Bill > SB5181

This bill amends the Parents' Rights Initiative to comprehensively update and clarify parents' rights regarding their children's public school education. The bill expands and refines existing provisions, providing parents with more detailed rights, including the ability to access and review their child's education records within 45 days, inspect classroom materials, receive notifications about various school-related matters (such as criminal actions, law enforcement interactions, and academic progress), and opt out of certain surveys and sexual health education. The legislation defines education records more precisely, specifies circumstances for record access, and adds numerous new rights for parents, such as the right to file bullying complaints, request special education information, and receive language access services. The bill also includes important protections, such as prohibiting discrimination in educational settings and ensuring parents cannot be charged for accessing their child's educational records. Notably, the bill includes a clause preventing the creation of a private right of action, meaning parents cannot sue to enforce these rights in court. The legislation is declared an emergency measure, taking effect immediately to preserve public peace and support state educational institutions.

Education

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5181&Year=2025&Initiative=false