Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act
United States119th CongressHR-2616House of Representatives
Updated: May 21, 2026
Summary
This bill mandates that public elementary and middle schools receiving funds under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) must secure parental consent for specific actions related to a minor student's gender identity. Schools are required to obtain this consent before making any changes to a student's gender markers, pronouns, or preferred name on official school forms. Furthermore, the legislation extends this requirement to include changes in a student's sex-based accommodations , such as access to locker rooms or bathrooms. This provision applies to all students in elementary school and those in the middle grades, ensuring parental involvement in these significant decisions within the school environment.
Bill texts
Timeline
On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 207 - 208 (Roll no. 183).
House of Representatives
View voteOn passage Passed by recorded vote: 217 - 198 (Roll no. 184). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H3652)
House of Representatives
View voteMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
House of Representatives
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Senate