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By Cayla Mckay ‘25
On Thursday, February 24, Florida’s House of Representatives passed HB 1557, which opponents have been referring to as the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. Formally known as the Parental Rights in Education bill, HB 1557 prohibits teachers and school districts from discussing topics regarding gender and sexuality in classrooms. Lessons “may not occur in kindergarten through grade three or in a manner that is not age-appropriate for students in accordance with state standards.” Furthermore, it prohibits similar discussions in higher grade levels that are not “age or developmentally appropriate.” This bill, if passed by the Senate, would be effective for the 2022-2023 school year, and allows parents to sue school districts that they believe violate the law.
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