Officially: PROTECT Kids Act
Public elementary and middle schools would need a parent’s consent before changing a minor student’s gender marker, pronouns, preferred name, bathroom use, or locker room use. Schools that do not follow the rule could risk federal education funding.
Where it stands
floor_pending · Hearing Mon, Apr 27
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Latest: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 377. (1/13/2026)
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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