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MN HF3533
Bill
Status
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Drew Roach
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AI Summary
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Prohibits classroom instruction or discussion regarding sexual orientation or gender identity for students in kindergarten through grade 8 in Minnesota public schools, effective for the 2026-2027 school year.
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Requires schools to notify parents or guardians of any changes to a student's services or monitoring related to mental, emotional, or physical health, and prohibits school policies that prevent employees from sharing such information with parents.
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Mandates parental written consent before administering any student well-being questionnaire or health screening form to students in kindergarten through grade 8.
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Requires schools to notify parents at the start of each school year of all health care services offered and provide the option to withhold consent for any specific service.
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Establishes a complaint process where parental concerns must be resolved within 7 days, with appeals available to the Commissioner of Education or through court action, including potential damages and mandatory attorney fee awards for successful plaintiffs.
Legislative Description
Classroom instruction related to gender identity in public schools prohibited, and parental notification required.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Education Policy
2/19/2026