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Student Privacy: Parental Consent Required for School Surveys.

This new act mandates written consent from parents or adult students before any survey, analysis, or evaluation revealing personal information is conducted. It aims to give parents more control over the data collected about their children in schools, safeguarding their privacy.
Key points
Schools must obtain prior written consent from parents for surveys revealing personal student information.
Adult students or emancipated minors must provide their own written consent for such surveys.
The change enhances privacy protection for students and their families regarding data collection in educational settings.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4986
Sponsor: Rep. Miller, Mary E. [R-IL-15]
Process start date: 2025-08-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Parents Opt-in Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4986.

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 2025-08-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools must obtain prior written consent from parents for surveys revealing personal student information.
  • Adult students or emancipated minors must provide their own written consent for such surveys.
  • The change enhances privacy protection for students and their families regarding data collection in educational settings.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Miller, Mary E. [R-IL-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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