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This bill introduces new regulations for public school staff members regarding students' gender identity and social transition. The legislation defines key terms such as "biological sex," "social transition," and "staff member," and establishes strict guidelines for how school employees must handle situations involving a student's gender identity. Specifically, staff members are required to immediately report to the school principal any student request to support their social transition, and the principal must then notify the student's parents within 72 hours. The bill prohibits staff members from participating in, supporting, or facilitating a student's social transition, including using alternative pronouns, changing school records, or providing counseling that affirms a student's gender identity different from their biological sex. The legislation also includes enforcement mechanisms, such as potential termination and license suspension for staff who violate the law, and allows both the attorney general and parents to bring civil actions against school districts for non-compliance. If parents prevail in a lawsuit, they may be awarded court costs, attorney's fees, and other damages. The bill aims to limit school staff's involvement in students' gender identity discussions and transitions while mandating parental notification.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2580&year=2026&code=R