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House narrowly rejects bill to require parental opt‑in for school surveys, 40‑44
Summary
Senate Bill 21‑05, which would have limited third‑party surveys in K‑12 schools and required parents to opt in before their children participate, failed after extensive floor debate (40 yeas, 44 nays); committee had recommended do not pass (8‑6).
The North Dakota House on March 19 failed to pass Senate Bill 21‑05, a measure that would have restricted administration of surveys to K‑12 students by requiring parental review and written opt‑in authorization and by prohibiting third‑party surveys in schools except those conducted by the Department of Public Instruction.
The Education Committee reported the bill to the floor with a "do not pass" recommendation by an 8‑6 vote. On the floor, proponents argued the bill restores parental control and prevents schools from presenting intimate or…
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