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Parental consent for student gender and name changes in schools.

This bill requires elementary and middle schools to obtain parental consent before changing a student's gender markers, pronouns, or preferred name on school forms. It also applies to sex-based accommodations like locker rooms or bathrooms. The aim is to give parents more control over their children's information and arrangements in educational settings.
Key points
Elementary and middle schools must get parental consent for changes to a student's gender markers, pronouns, or preferred name on school forms.
Parental consent is also required for sex-based accommodations, including locker rooms or bathrooms.
These rules apply to public schools receiving federal education funds.
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2026-05-20
For 217
Against 198
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act
Print number: HR 2616
Sponsor: Rep. Walberg, Tim [R-MI-5]
Process start date: 2025-04-03
Voting date: 2026-05-20
Voting no: 184