The Parental Rights Relief Act would allow parents and eligible students to sue schools directly in federal court if they believe their education-related privacy or consent rights have been violated. Currently, families must file complaints with the Department of Education, which investigates violations administratively. This bill would create a "private right of action," meaning individuals could bypass that administrative process entirely and go straight to court seeking compensation, injunctions, or attorney's fees. The legislation amends two existing federal education laws—the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), which protects student records, and the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA), which protects student consent rights. The bill also requires the Department of Education to establish an office to handle complaints within 90 days and permits the Attorney General to intervene in cases deemed important to the public. The legislation was introduced in December 2025 and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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