Senate Bill 97 mandates that school boards, private school governing bodies, and charter school operators must notify a pupil's parent or guardian by the end of the day when they receive a credible report of alleged sexual misconduct involving that pupil. The bill specifies that a report is considered received when it is acknowledged by designated school officials, such as principals or superintendents. The definition of sexual misconduct aligns with existing law, which categorizes it as actions intended to sexually degrade, humiliate, arouse, or gratify either the pupil or the perpetrator.

Additionally, the bill requires school boards to provide annual information to parents and guardians about their rights to access records related to school employee discipline under public records law. This provision aims to enhance transparency and ensure that parents are informed about the disciplinary processes concerning school staff. The bill's provisions will take effect for credible reports received on or after the effective date of the legislation.