The bill establishes that no school district or its employees may initiate or provide school-based mental health services to a student without first obtaining written consent from the student's parent or guardian. This consent must be preceded by both verbal and written notifications detailing the purpose, expected duration, and plan for the service. However, if a school employee becomes aware of a credible report indicating that a student may be at risk of suicide, designated personnel may conduct a suicide risk assessment without prior consent.

Additionally, the bill imposes a civil penalty of $5,000 for each violation of these provisions, which can be pursued by the attorney general or local district attorneys. Any penalties collected will be directed to the state general fund or the general fund of the respective county, depending on who recovers the penalty. The bill also defines key terms such as "agent," "employee," "parent," and "school-based mental health service" to clarify the scope of its application.