If enacted, this bill would introduce new provisions to Arizona's education statutes, specifically by adding section 15-120.05 to title 15, chapter 1, article 1 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. The bill would prohibit school district or charter school employees and independent contractors from knowingly addressing or referring to students under 18 years old using pronouns that do not align with the student's biological sex or names not listed in official school records, unless written permission is obtained from the student's parent. Additionally, it would prevent schools from requiring employees to use pronouns contrary to their personal convictions.

The bill also mandates that each school district governing board and charter school governing body adopt policies to implement these prohibitions. Furthermore, it clarifies that the new regulations do not restrict individuals from discussing public matters outside their official duties. Overall, the bill aims to reinforce parental rights in educational settings while establishing specific guidelines for how students are addressed in schools.

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Introduced Version: 15-120.05