Senate Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to enhance parental involvement in children's education by mandating school boards to adopt policies that ensure parents have full access to information regarding their children. The bill requires school districts to notify parents at least five days in advance and obtain consent before providing certain instruction or presentations to children, particularly those related to gender identity and sexual orientation. Additionally, it establishes procedures for parents to object to specific educational content and submit complaints regarding violations of these rights. The bill also authorizes the Attorney General, Superintendent of Public Instruction, or county attorneys to file lawsuits against school districts for non-compliance.

Key amendments to existing law include the addition of provisions that prevent school employees from withholding information from parents about their child's educational records, health, and other relevant matters. The bill also introduces a requirement for school boards to develop a policy that allows parents to submit complaints and outlines the process for investigating these complaints. Furthermore, it repeals Section 40-6-708 of the Montana Code Annotated and specifies that the act will take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_1(1): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_1(2): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_1(3): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_1(4): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_1(5): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_1: 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_2(1): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_2(10): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_2(11): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_2(2): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_2(3): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_2(4): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_2(5): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_2(6): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_2(7): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_2(8): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_2(9): 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707
SB0299_2: 40-6-701, 40-6-703, 40-6-707