This bill, titled the Parental Oversight and Educational Transparency Act, amends the General Education Provisions Act to strengthen parental rights regarding student participation in certain educational activities. It specifically targets Section 445(c)(2)(B), which deals with the protection of pupil rights. The key provision requires local educational agencies to not only notify parents but also obtain their written consent before a student can participate in activities that involve surveys, analyses, or evaluations revealing sensitive personal information. Parents must receive direct notification of the activity's specific date at least 14 days in advance . This change aims to provide parents with greater control and transparency over their children's involvement in such programs.
Parental Oversight and Educational Transparency Act
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Education
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Parental Oversight and Educational Transparency Act
USA119th CongressHR-1416| House
| Updated: 2/18/2025
This bill, titled the Parental Oversight and Educational Transparency Act, amends the General Education Provisions Act to strengthen parental rights regarding student participation in certain educational activities. It specifically targets Section 445(c)(2)(B), which deals with the protection of pupil rights. The key provision requires local educational agencies to not only notify parents but also obtain their written consent before a student can participate in activities that involve surveys, analyses, or evaluations revealing sensitive personal information. Parents must receive direct notification of the activity's specific date at least 14 days in advance . This change aims to provide parents with greater control and transparency over their children's involvement in such programs.