The proposed "Rights of Students Act" aims to protect students and parents from discrimination based on religious viewpoints or expressions within public educational institutions. It establishes that these institutions cannot discriminate against students or parents on the basis of religious viewpoint or religious expression. Additionally, it specifies that if an assignment requires a student's viewpoint to be expressed, the institution shall not penalize or reward a student based on religious content or viewpoint, and such work will be evaluated based on ordinary academic standards.

The act allows students to pray or engage in religious activities before, during, and after the school day, as well as to wear clothing, accessories, and jewelry that display religious messages or symbols. It clarifies that the act does not require participation in any religious activities and maintains the authority of educational institutions to enforce policies that ensure safety and order, as well as to prohibit clothing that conveys affiliation with criminal street gangs.

Furthermore, the act outlines a structured complaint process for students or parents who believe their rights have been violated. They must first submit a written complaint to the school principal, who is required to respond within 15 days. If the complaint is not resolved, it can be escalated to the superintendent or designated administrator, who has 25 days to respond. Only after these steps can legal action be pursued to enforce the provisions of the act. The act is designed to take effect immediately upon passage.