Huntington Beach, California, is suing the state over Assembly Bill 1955, which prohibits schools from notifying parents if their children change their gender identity or pronouns. The city council, led by conservative members, argues the law infringes on parental rights and creates a 'covert' system that hides critical information. Mayor Gracey Van Der Mark has described the legislation as an 'egregious piece of legislation' that could endanger children. The lawsuit, backed by the America First Legal Foundation, claims the law violates the 14th Amendment and that it puts children at risk by preventing parental involvement in sensitive matters. In response, LGBTQ advocates have defended the law as crucial for protecting vulnerable youth from potential harm. The city recently passed a 'Parents' Right to Know' ordinance, further challenging the state law and emphasizing the need for parental notifications regarding children's gender identity.