Bill > H0822

This bill, titled the Pediatric Secretive Transitions Parental Rights Act, establishes new provisions within Idaho law to protect parental rights concerning minors' gender transitions. It defines key terms such as "child" (under 18 and not married or emancipated), "covered entity" (schools, childcare providers, and medical/mental health providers), and "social transition" (changes in identifying and living as a gender different from one's sex, including name, pronouns, appearance, or dress). The act prohibits covered entities from facilitating a minor's sex transition procedures or social transition without informing and obtaining written consent from the minor's parents or guardians. Specifically, covered entities must notify parents within 72 hours of a minor's request to participate in social transition activities, such as using different pronouns or restroom facilities. Parents or guardians who believe a covered entity has violated these provisions can file a civil lawsuit to seek damages, injunctions, and attorney fees. The Attorney General is also empowered to investigate violations, seek civil penalties of up to $100,000, and refer entities to licensing boards for disciplinary action. The bill also includes a severability clause, meaning if any part is found invalid, the rest remains in effect, and it declares an emergency, making it effective on July 1, 2026.

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Ways and Means Committee (House)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/H0822/