This bill proposes the creation of a new section in chapter 15.1-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, focusing on the administration of surveys to students in kindergarten through grade twelve. It 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 specifies that this definition excludes surveys administered or approved by licensed teachers or administrators for educational or extracurricular purposes.

The bill establishes several requirements regarding the administration of surveys. 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. These provisions aim to ensure parental involvement and oversight in the survey process within the educational system.