AZ SB1443

Amends Arizona Revised Statutes section 1-602 to establish parental rights that cannot be obstructed or interfered with by the state, political subdivisions, governmental entities, or institutions.

Affirms parental rights including direction of education, upbringing, moral or religious training, health care decisions (including mental health care), access to medical records, and consent requirements for biometric scans, genetic testing, and video or voice recordings of minor children.

Requires parents to be promptly notified if employees of governmental entities or institutions suspect a criminal offense has been committed against a minor child, unless notifying the parent would impede a law enforcement or child safety services investigation.

Establishes that governmental entities or officials attempting to interfere with parental rights must prove the interference is essential to accomplish a compelling government interest and is narrowly tailored with no less restrictive alternative available.

Requires courts to award appropriate relief including declaratory relief, injunctive relief, attorney fees, and compensatory damages of at least $2,500 per violation when a governmental entity or official fails to meet the burden of proof.