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My Child, My Choice Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 216

Bill 118 hr 216, also known as the My Child, My Choice Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to give parents more control over their child's education by allowing them to choose the type of schooling that best fits their child's needs.

Under the provisions of the bill, parents would have the option to use federal education funds to enroll their child in a public, private, charter, or homeschool program of their choice. This would give parents the flexibility to tailor their child's education to meet their individual learning styles and needs.

The bill also includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability in education by requiring schools to report on student performance and outcomes. Additionally, the bill seeks to expand access to educational resources and support services for students with disabilities and other special needs. Supporters of the My Child, My Choice Act argue that it empowers parents to make the best decisions for their children's education and promotes innovation and competition in the education system. Critics, however, raise concerns about the potential impact on public schools and the equitable distribution of resources. Overall, the My Child, My Choice Act of 2023 is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to give parents more control over their child's education. It remains to be seen how the bill will fare in Congress and what its ultimate impact on the education system will be.

Congressional Summary of HR 216

My Child, My Choice Act of 2023

This bill prohibits an elementary school from receiving federal education funds unless a teacher requests written parental consent prior to teaching a lesson specifically related to gender identity, sexual orientation, or transgender studies.

In particular, the bill requires a teacher to request written consent from the parent of each student enrolled in the class prior to teaching the lesson. If a parent does not submit written consent to the lesson, then the school must provide the student with an alternative period of learning or study hall. Further, the teacher may not teach the lesson if the principal does not receive written consent from the parents of at least 50% of the students enrolled in the class.

Current Status of Bill HR 216

Bill HR 216 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 216 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023.  Bill HR 216's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of January 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 216

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 216

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Comments

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 216

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