This bill proposes the creation of a new section in chapter 15.1-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, which establishes specific requirements for administering surveys to students in kindergarten through grade twelve. The bill defines a "survey" as any screening tool, questionnaire, poll, or written document used to gather information about a student, including those related to behavioral health. However, it clarifies that surveys administered or approved by licensed teachers or administrators for educational or extracurricular purposes are exempt from this definition.

Under the new provisions, schools are prohibited from administering surveys on behalf of third parties, except for the Department of Public Instruction. Additionally, a school may only administer a survey to a student if the student's parent or legal guardian has reviewed the survey and provided written authorization for the student's participation. This legislation aims to ensure that student privacy is protected and that parental consent is obtained before any survey is conducted.