Committee approves measure to require EMR vendors to allow parents access to minors' records with safeguards House panel adopted a second substitute to HB259, requiring electronic medical record systems used by providers to permit parents or legal guardians access to their minor children's records unless access is lawfully restricted. The committee recommended the bill favorably.

A new bill in Utah is set to empower parents by ensuring they can access their children's health records online without unnecessary barriers.

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Senate passes bill to give parents access to students’ school-device activity; some senators cite unfunded mandate concerns S.B. 88 would require local education agencies to provide a parent portal showing websites visited and screen time on school devices; sponsor called it a transparency and access measure, while opponents said the fiscal note is zero and that the policy creates unfunded work for districts.

Utah's Senate just passed a groundbreaking bill that promises to give parents a clear view of their children's online activity at school, but concerns about funding loom large.

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Missouri Senate debates "parents bill of rights" (SB 948); two floor amendments adopted, bill placed on informal calendar The Missouri Senate debated Senate Bill 948, titled a "parents bill of rights," covering parental access to student records, written consent for biometric scans and medical decisions, and opt‑outs for surveys; two floor amendments were adopted and the bill was laid on the informal calendar for further consideration.

The Missouri Senate is locked in a heated debate over the controversial "parents bill of rights," which could reshape parental authority over children's education and health decisions.

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Committee backs bill to enforce IEP timelines, improve parent access to records HB 615, which reinforces federally required timelines for evaluations and IEP meetings, requires schools to notify parents within five school days when required IEP services are missed and to provide service logs within 15 days upon request; the subcommittee adopted a strike‑all amendment and reported the bill favorably, 14–0, amid questions about district capacity and funding for implementation.

Florida's HB 615 aims to empower parents by enforcing IEP timelines and ensuring timely communication when services are missed, but can schools handle the increased demands?

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NEISD trustees debate TEA corrective action over student cell-phone policy Legal counsel told trustees TEA wants the district to define "school day" as bell-to-bell under HB 1481; trustees debated local control, parental access, and legal risk, opted to seek more agency dialogue and return with a report rather than immediately change policy.

NEISD trustees are grappling with a tough decision on student cell-phone policies as pressure mounts from the Texas Education Agency, raising concerns over local control and potential sanctions.

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District updates: Yonder rollout, family engagement up to 72% as Elevate work continues District staff reported progress on the Yonder classroom program and Elevate family/community engagement initiatives: family engagement rose from about 60% to 72% (goal 80%), teachers' engagement rose to ~79% (goal 100%), and the district shared program materials statewide as a model.

Missouri's district reports a remarkable rise in family engagement to 72% and teachers at 79%, as new programs transform communication and classroom focus!

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Appeals court hears father's challenge to permanent restraining order that bars unsupervised contact with children The Appeals Court heard arguments in an appeal challenging a permanent restraining order that prevents a father from being physically present with his children without supervision. Defense counsel said the record lacks independent evidence to justify permanent, criminalized restrictions on parent‑child contact; the mother’s counsel described specific incidents, alleged violations and reluctance to comply with court‑ordered steps toward reunification. (Ages and dates were discussed.)

A father's desperate fight against a permanent restraining order that limits his contact with his children hinges on disputed allegations and the quest for justice in the courtroom.

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Board split over new fingerprint/volunteer letter; motion to delay Jan.1 effective date fails Administrators proposed a letter requiring fingerprint-based background checks for any field trip or unsupervised volunteer activity; principals supported a 10-week soft-check window but a motion to change the letter’s effective date from Jan. 1 to Feb. 16 failed 2–3 after extended debate.

A heated board meeting revealed a split over new fingerprint requirements for field trips, raising questions about parental access and student safety.

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State board directs staff to pursue statutory option allowing parents to review curriculum from home upon request The State Board directed staff to work with the legislature to amend Utah Code 53G-4-402(27)(b) so parents may review curriculum and supplementary instructional materials from home upon request. The measure passed 10–5 after debate over vendor copyright, teacher burden and cost estimates.

The Utah State Board of Education just voted to give parents the power to review their children's curriculum from home, sparking a heated debate on transparency and educational freedom.

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Board approves policy updates on library access and field-trip rooming; administration to add procedural safeguards The board voted to approve a package of 14 policy updates, including a new process letting parents block specific library titles and aligning field-trip sleeping arrangements with state statute; administrators said they will publish procedures and notice for parents.

Henderson County schools just approved major policy updates that empower parents to block specific library books and ensure safer overnight arrangements during school trips.

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New Hampshire lawmakers discuss library access for divorced parents and guardians Legislators debate access rules for minors' library accounts involving divorced parents.

New Hampshire lawmakers are reevaluating library access rules for divorced parents, aiming to ensure both guardians can stay informed about their children's reading habits without compromising safety.

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Senator Edmonds introduces SB 81 to enhance parental access to educational materials in Louisiana SB 81 mandates free parental access to instructional materials and defines school board responsibilities.

Senator Edmonds champions SB 81, ensuring parents in Louisiana gain free access to educational materials and clarity on school board duties.

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DJ Wither testifies against child privacy bill in New Hampshire Legislature DJ Wither opposes New Hampshire bill 273 citing lack of clear problem to address.

A heated debate is brewing in New Hampshire over proposed legislation that could restrict parental access to their children's library records, raising critical questions about privacy and family rights.

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Montana Legislature approves bill to revise parents' access to children's health information House Bill 377 amends health care privacy laws for parental access in Montana.

Montana's House Bill 377 is sparking intense debate as it seeks to give parents greater access to their children's health care information—could this reshape pediatric care in the state?

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ACLU warns Indiana lawmakers about privacy risks in broad child services bill ACLU warns Indiana bill threatens minors' privacy rights, urging lawmakers to vote against it.

ACLU warns that a proposed Indiana bill could jeopardize the privacy rights of minors, stirring a heated debate among lawmakers.

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