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Parental Rights in Schools: New Rules and Lawsuit Option

This act strengthens parental rights in education, allowing parents to sue schools for violating specific rules. This includes teaching content, consent for medical procedures, or pronoun usage. The goal is to increase parental control over what happens in public schools.
Key points
Parents can sue schools if they violate their rights regarding the teaching of racial discrimination theory, sexually explicit content, or the use of pronouns inconsistent with a child's biological sex without parental consent.
Schools cannot compel students or teachers to adopt racial discrimination theory or content that violates civil rights laws.
Schools cannot require masks, COVID-19 vaccines, or medical screenings as a condition for in-person attendance without parental consent.
The act prohibits schools from requiring biological women to compete against biological men in sports or share private facilities (e.g., restrooms) without consent.
Schools are obligated to protect student personal information and report sexual assault or harassment on school property to law enforcement.
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Print number: 117_HR_8767
Sponsor: Rep. Good, Bob [R-VA-5]
Process start date: 2022-09-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Empowering Parents Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8767.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Parents can sue schools if they violate their rights regarding the teaching of racial discrimination theory, sexually explicit content, or the use of pronouns inconsistent with a child's biological sex without parental consent.
  • Schools cannot compel students or teachers to adopt racial discrimination theory or content that violates civil rights laws.
  • Schools cannot require masks, COVID-19 vaccines, or medical screenings as a condition for in-person attendance without parental consent.
  • The act prohibits schools from requiring biological women to compete against biological men in sports or share private facilities (e.g., restrooms) without consent.
  • Schools are obligated to protect student personal information and report sexual assault or harassment on school property to law enforcement.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Good, Bob [R-VA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Education Family Courts and Law