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Increased School Transparency: Parents' Right to Know About Foreign Influence.

This bill expands parents' rights to information regarding potential influence from foreign governments or entities on their children's public schools. Schools receiving federal funds must disclose which educational materials and how many personnel are financed by foreign sources. Parents gain the right to review this information upon written request, enhancing oversight of education.
Key points
Parents can request to review and copy curricular materials purchased using funds from foreign governments or 'foreign entities of concern'.
Schools must inform parents about the number of personnel whose compensation is paid, in whole or in part, using foreign funds.
Schools must disclose all donations, agreements, and financial transactions with foreign entities, including amounts and applicable terms, within 30 days of a written request.
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Print number: 118_S_4822
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2024-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Transparency in Reporting of Adversarial Contributions to Education Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4822.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Parents can request to review and copy curricular materials purchased using funds from foreign governments or 'foreign entities of concern'.
  • Schools must inform parents about the number of personnel whose compensation is paid, in whole or in part, using foreign funds.
  • Schools must disclose all donations, agreements, and financial transactions with foreign entities, including amounts and applicable terms, within 30 days of a written request.
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 Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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Education