My Child, My Choice Act of 2023
This bill requires elementary schools to obtain written parental consent before teaching lessons about gender identity, sexual orientation, or transgender studies. Teachers must request consent 30 days in advance, and if fewer than 50% of parents consent for a specific class, the lesson cannot be taught. Schools must provide alternative learning time for students without consent, and non-compliance could lead to loss of federal education funds. It directly affects elementary schools, teachers, parents, and students in K-5 classrooms.
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Jan 2023
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Introduced Jan 9, 2023
Last action Jan 9, 2023
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Jan 9, 2023
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
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Jan 9, 2023
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Jefferson Van Drew
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