A bill to tighten parental control over school surveys narrowly failed in the North Dakota House, but the debate isn’t over yet. Senate Bill 2105 would have required written parental consent before students could take surveys, especially those from outside organizations. Supporters cited concerns over intrusive questions; opponents warned it would block valuable data used to address teen health issues. With several lawmakers absent, a vote to reconsider could come as soon as Monday—keeping the question of who decides what kids are asked still very much on the table.
Grant Coursey with the Bismarck Tribune has the full story; bill details can be found below.
SB 2105
A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 15.1-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the administration of surveys to students in kindergarten through grade twelve schools.
House Sponsors:
Senate Sponsors: Beard (R, District 23),
