California, Minnesota Lawmakers Push Parental Rights Bills

Republican lawmakers in California and Minnesota are pushing legislation aimed at reinforcing parental rights. In Minnesota, a Parent's Bill of Rights has passed its first hearing, aimed at ensuring parents have a say in their children's education, healthcare, and moral upbringing. This bill requires schools to notify parents of classroom materials and provide alternative instruction if requested. In California, new bills seek to protect parental rights in education and regulate sports participation based on assigned sex at birth. These initiatives reflect a national trend, with at least 18 states adopting similar measures. Critics argue these measures create unnecessary burdens on schools and distract from more pressing issues.