The bill enacts a new section of the School Personnel Act that mandates school employees to report to a school administrator if a student expresses experiencing gender incongruence. It defines "gender incongruence" as a discrepancy between a person's biological sex and their perceived or desired gender. Upon receiving such a report, the school administrator is required to notify the student's parent and seek their direction and permission to create a written response plan that addresses the student's needs.
Additionally, the response plan must include provisions for parental participation if requested. The plan may also encompass various services and supports, including counseling for the student. This legislation aims to ensure that parents are informed and involved in the development of strategies to support their children experiencing gender incongruence in a school setting.