The proposed bill would update current statutes by introducing new rights for parents, specifically the right to provide written consent for any social transitioning of their minor child and the right to access their child's complete educational record. It would prohibit school employees from facilitating social transitioning without parental consent and impose penalties for any attempts to encourage minors to withhold information from their parents. Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of "withhold" to exclude good faith delays in providing information, as long as it is disclosed within five business days.

Moreover, the bill establishes liability for governmental entities and officials who violate these rights, allowing parents to sue for damages and mandating investigations into past violations. It creates a rebuttable presumption of irreparable harm in cases of rights violations and specifies that separate causes of action can arise from distinct acts of withholding information. The bill also ensures that the state waives claims to immunity for violations of the Parents' Bill of Rights, thereby enhancing accountability within educational settings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 1-602
House Engrossed Version: 1-602
Senate Engrossed Version: 1-602