Louisiana HB485 proposes a constitutional amendment to establish parental rights as fundamental in Louisiana.
Louisiana HB485 proposes a constitutional amendment to establish the fundamental right of parents to decide the nurturing, education, care, custody, and control of their children. The amendment mandates strict scrutiny for any restrictions on this right, unless a higher level of protection is recognized by the court. The proposed amendment will be submitted to the voters in the statewide election on November 3, 2026.
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