2024 House Bill 376: AN ACT relating to children and declaring an emergency

Among its multiple implications, HB 376 will remove provisions related to parental rights and human sexuality in curriculums. It offers a process for parents to opt out of their child being taught about human sexuality. Removes parental consent required prior to students receiving health and mental health services. Removes language restricting policies regarding student confidentiality and student pronouns. Requires school districts to use pronouns requested by students. Amends KRS 158.189 to remove requirements of local boards of education adopting a policy on privacy and use of student facilities. Requires schools to accommodate students whose gender is different from their biological sex.

KSVT supports this bill due to its expanding of student access to health services at schools. Additionally, the bill advocates for the protection of trans students who should be allowed to express themselves freely and be supported by Kentucky schools.