Schools hiding gender transitions from parents would lose federal funds under House-passed bill
The House has passed a bill requiring schools to obtain parental consent before making any changes related to a student's gender identity. The legislation aims to address concerns from parents about being kept in the dark regarding their children's gender transitions. The bill, which conditions federal funding on compliance, is now headed to the Senate for consideration.
- ▪The House passed the Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act with a vote of 217 to 198.
- ▪Schools would need parental approval before changing a student's pronouns or allowing them to use facilities of a different sex.
- ▪Opponents argue the bill could compromise student safety by forcing schools to disclose sensitive information.
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Politics Schools hiding gender transitions from parents would lose federal funds under House-passed bill By Ryan King Published May 20, 2026, 6:26 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google WASHINGTON — The House passed legislation Wednesday mandating elementary and middle schools obtain explicit approval from parents before implementing changes to their children’s pronouns or making other sex-based accommodations. In a 217 to 198 vote, the lower chamber passed the Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act, which conditions federal funds to elementary and middle schools on compliance with the policy.
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