Hawaii HB1397 establishes parental rights to direct upbringing, education, care, and welfare of children.

Hawaii HB1397 amends Chapter 7 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to affirm that each parent has the right to direct the upbringing, education, care, and welfare of their child. The bill prohibits any state or county department or agency from enacting rules, regulations, or ordinances that infringe on these parental rights unless they are narrowly tailored to address a compelling governmental interest using the least restrictive means. The Act does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that were established before its effective date.

Hawaii HB1397 establishes parental rights to direct upbringing, education, care, and welfare of children.

Hawaii HB1397 amends Chapter 7 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to affirm that each parent has the right to direct the upbringing, education, care, and welfare of their child. The bill prohibits any state or county department or agency from enacting rules, regulations, or ordinances that infringe on these parental rights unless they are narrowly tailored to address a compelling governmental interest using the least restrictive means. The Act does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that were established before its effective date.