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HB 387

An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in student supports, providing for parental notification.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Amen Brown and 13 co-sponsors

HB 387 requires Pennsylvania schools to notify parents when providing designated student support services, potentially affecting student privacy and school operations.

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Bill Summary · HB 387

Legislative bill overview

HB 387 amends Pennsylvania's foundational Public School Code of 1949 to establish new parental notification requirements related to student supports. The bill specifically addresses how schools must communicate with parents regarding support services provided to students. The exact scope of which student supports trigger notification requirements is not detailed in the available bill summary.

Why is this important

Parental notification policies directly affect the relationship between schools, families, and students, particularly around sensitive issues like mental health services, gender identity support, or other student welfare matters. These requirements influence how schools balance parental rights with student privacy and autonomy, and can significantly impact both school operations and student wellbeing depending on implementation details.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of notification: Unclear which specific student supports require parental notification (counseling, mental health services, gender-related support, etc.), creating potential conflict between broad parent involvement and student privacy
  • Age-appropriateness concerns: Mandatory notification policies may conflict with developmentally appropriate practices and could discourage students from seeking help due to fear of parental disclosure
  • School resource implications: New notification requirements may create administrative burdens and compliance costs for school districts already stretched thin

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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