The bill mandates that school districts in Wyoming adopt a policy to allow the participation of youth patriotic organizations in public schools starting with the 2025-2026 school year. Specifically, it requires school boards to create opportunities for representatives of these organizations to speak with students during school hours, distribute informational materials, and provide displays for recruitment purposes. The policy must include provisions for notifying parents or guardians about the presentations and allowing them the option to withhold consent for their child's participation.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that while school districts must allow patriotic organizations to engage with students, they are not required to provide equal access to non-patriotic organizations. A "patriotic organization" is defined as a youth membership group under the age of twenty-one that promotes patriotism and civic involvement, including 4-H clubs and other specified organizations. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-3-110
Engrossed: 21-3-110