HR 2616

This bill, also known as the PROTECT Kids Act, aims to give parents more say in how their elementary and middle school students’ gender identities and accommodations are handled at school. Specifically, public schools receiving federal funding under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act would need to obtain parental consent before changing a student’s gender markers, pronouns, preferred name, or providing sex-based accommodations like access to specific restrooms or locker rooms. The bill focuses on students in elementary and middle school grades. It seeks to ensure parents are informed and involved in decisions related to their children’s identities and support needs within the school environment.