Wyoming2024Did Not Pass
HB0190
Parental Rights in Education
Last scannedOct 9, 2026, 2:19 AM
In one sentence
This act requires school districts to notify parents about certain student information and health care services, prohibits classroom discussions on sexual orientation and gender identity for K-12 students unless age-appropriate, and mandates parental consent for specific health screenings.
What it does
- Requires school districts to inform parents if a student wishes to change their name, pronouns, title or word in a manner inconsistent with the student's biological sex.
- Prohibits classroom discussions about sexual orientation and gender identity unless they are age-appropriate as defined by the state board of education.
- Requires school districts to notify parents immediately if there is a change in the student’s mental, emotional or physical health that affects their learning environment.
- Mandates parental consent for specific health care services offered at schools.
- Recommends obtaining parental permission before administering well-being questionnaires or health screenings.
Who it affects
- Parents and guardians of K-12 students
- School districts and their boards of trustees
Limits and unknowns
- The bill did not pass in the session.
- It does not specify how schools should handle situations where a parent's involvement might harm the student.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Health care service
- Any medical service provided by a licensed health care provider.
- Well-being questionnaire
- A survey given to students to assess their overall physical, mental, and emotional health.
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Bill history
- H Did not Consider for IntroductionHouse
- H Received for IntroductionHouse
- Bill Number AssignedLSO