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VA HB721

VA HB721
Parents of public school children; fundamental right to opt children out of certain ed. content.


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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Regular Session

Bill Summary

Parents of public school children; fundamental right to opt children out of certain educational content. Provides that parents of public school children have the fundamental right to opt their children out, without penalty, of any instruction, reading, discussion, presentation, including any audio-visual presentation, school assembly, or activity that includes any gender identity, sexual orientation, transgenderism, or drag show theme or content, and the school shall make reasonable accommodations during such opt-out period.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a fundamental right for parents of public school children to opt their children out of any educational content, including instruction, readings, discussions, presentations, school assemblies, or activities that involve themes or content related to gender identity, sexual orientation, transgenderism, or drag shows, without facing any penalty, and requires schools to make reasonable accommodations for students during such opt-out periods.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Left in Education (on 02/18/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB721
Education Amendment https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB721/text/HB721AHC1
Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB721) https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1090206.PDF
BillText https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB721/text/HB721
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