Establishes the Office of Parental Rights to protect parents' rights over their minor children's upbringing, education, healthcare, and mental health.
The bill creates the Office of Parental Rights within the executive office of the Governor to investigate complaints from parents alleging infringement of their fundamental rights. It prohibits the state from infringing on parents' rights to direct their minor child's upbringing, education, healthcare, and mental health without demonstrating a compelling state interest. The Office of Parental Rights will investigate complaints, refer criminal activity to appropriate authorities, and direct violators to remedy violations. The office's actions are subject to judicial review.
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