Bill > H0352

This bill amends Idaho law to expand and clarify parental rights in public education, focusing on increasing parental involvement and oversight in their children's schooling. The bill requires school districts to develop policies that enable parents and legal guardians to participate more actively in their children's education, including plans for parent-teacher cooperation, processes to review learning materials, and mechanisms to withdraw children from activities that conflict with parents' beliefs. Critically, the bill adds a new provision prohibiting classroom instruction on sexual orientation or gender identity from kindergarten through 12th grade, or instruction that is not age-appropriate according to state standards. The legislation mandates that schools notify parents about health services, student surveys, and any interactions with law enforcement, and ensures parents have the right to access their children's educational and health records within five school days. Additionally, the bill gives parents the ability to file complaints and seek legal action if they believe their rights have been violated, providing a clear enforcement mechanism. The law is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and is being implemented with an emergency declaration to underscore its immediate importance to the state's educational system.

Education

Education Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/H0352/