S.B. No. 12 is a legislative bill aimed at reinforcing parental rights in public education, particularly concerning instruction, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as social transitioning in schools. The bill introduces several new sections to the Education Code, including Section 1.007, which mandates compliance with required policies, and Section 1.009, which prohibits infringement on parental rights regarding their child's education and medical treatment unless there is a compelling state interest. Additionally, Section 11.005 prohibits school districts from assigning diversity, equity, and inclusion duties to employees or contractors, while Section 11.401 establishes a policy against assisting students with social transitioning. The bill also emphasizes the need for school districts to adopt parental engagement policies and outlines a grievance procedure for parents to report violations.

Moreover, the bill includes amendments that enhance transparency and accountability within school districts, such as requiring annual facility usage reports and the posting of instructional plans online. It mandates parental consent for health-related services and prohibits school districts from discouraging parental involvement in decisions affecting students' well-being. The bill also introduces provisions regarding student clubs, requiring parental consent for participation and ensuring that clubs cannot be authorized based on a student's sexual orientation or gender identity. Superintendents are required to certify compliance with specific laws annually, with the provisions set to take effect in the 2025-2026 school year, or immediately if passed by a two-thirds vote from both houses.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 11.161, Education Code 12.104, Education Code 25.001, Education Code 25.036, Education Code 25.038, Education Code 26.001, Education Code 26.004, Education Code 26.008, Education Code 26.009, Education Code 26.011, Education Code 28.002, Education Code 28.0022, Education Code 28.004, Education Code 28.022 (Education Code 11, Education Code 25, Education Code 28, Education Code 12, Education Code 26)
Senate Committee Report: Education Code 11.161, Education Code 12.104, Education Code 21.057, Education Code 25.001, Education Code 25.036, Education Code 25.038, Education Code 26.001, Education Code 26.004, Education Code 26.008, Education Code 26.009, Education Code 26.011, Education Code 28.002, Education Code 28.0022, Education Code 28.004, Education Code 28.022 (Education Code 11, Education Code 25, Education Code 28, Education Code 12, Education Code 21, Education Code 26)
Engrossed: Education Code 11.161, Education Code 12.104, Education Code 21.057, Education Code 25.001, Education Code 25.036, Education Code 25.038, Education Code 26.001, Education Code 26.004, Education Code 26.008, Education Code 26.009, Education Code 26.011, Education Code 28.002, Education Code 28.0022, Education Code 28.004, Education Code 28.022 (Education Code 11, Education Code 25, Education Code 28, Education Code 12, Education Code 21, Education Code 26)
House Committee Report: Education Code 11.1518, Education Code 11.161, Education Code 12.104, Education Code 21.057, Education Code 26.001, Education Code 26.004, Education Code 26.006, Education Code 26.008, Education Code 26.009, Education Code 26.011, Education Code 28.002, Education Code 28.0022, Education Code 28.004, Education Code 28.022 (Education Code 11, Education Code 25, Education Code 28, Education Code 12, Education Code 21, Education Code 26)
Enrolled: Education Code 11.1518, Education Code 11.161, Education Code 12.104, Education Code 21.057, Education Code 26.001, Education Code 26.004, Education Code 26.006, Education Code 26.008, Education Code 26.009, Education Code 26.011, Education Code 28.002, Education Code 28.0022, Education Code 28.004, Education Code 28.022 (Education Code 11, Education Code 25, Education Code 28, Education Code 12, Education Code 21, Education Code 26)