ID H0499

Establishes that parents have a constitutional right to participate in supervision and control of their children's education, with the state's role deemed secondary and supportive.

Prohibits the state and political subdivisions from infringing on parental education rights unless demonstrating a compelling governmental interest of the highest order that is narrowly tailored and not served by less restrictive means.

Grants parents specific rights including directing their child's education, accessing all child records, directing upbringing and moral/religious training, making health care decisions, consenting to biometric scans, and obtaining information about child protective services investigations.

Clarifies that parental rights do not authorize unlawful conduct, child abuse or neglect, and do not restrict courts, law enforcement, or child welfare agencies from acting within their legal authority.

Establishes that employees who attempt to encourage or coerce a minor to withhold information from parents shall be subject to discipline.