Empower Parents to Protect Their Kids Act of 2021
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Oct 21, 2021)
Empower Parents to Protect Their Kids Act of 2021
This bill prohibits an elementary or secondary school from receiving federal funds unless the school complies with specified requirements related to parental consent and student gender identity.
Among other requirements, school employees may not withhold information from parents about a minor student's gender transition or gender identity. The Department of Justice or a parent or guardian may bring a civil action against a school for violations.
What just happenedOct 21, 2021
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateOct 21, 2021
- Oct 21, 2021IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee - Oct 21, 2021IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate