Idaho Capitol Watch

Senate Judiciary & Rules Committee - Mar 20, 2026 - March 20, 2026

Senate Judiciary & Rules committee approved HB 822 (Pediatric Secretive Transitions Parental Rights Act) after heated debate on parental notification for m

Senate Judiciary & Rules committee approved HB 822 (Pediatric Secretive Transitions Parental Rights Act) after heated debate on parental notification for minors' gender transitions. Quick approvals for Brian Marks reappointment and RS 33773 printing.

Key topics

  • HB 822 Parental Rights
  • Gender Transitions Notification
  • Brian Marks Reappointment
  • RS 33773 Printing

Session highlights

  • Motion to confirm Brian Marks' reappointment to Sex Offender Management Board passes.
  • RS 33773 sent to print unanimously.
  • Rep. Bruce Scogg presents HB 822, stressing parental notification for transitions.
  • Dr. McDevitt opposes, citing risks to teen-provider trust.
  • Kristi Hardy supports, citing school concealment experiences.

Bills discussed

Duration: 1h 36m ยท 11 participants

If this preview does not update automatically, use the full page link.

Canonical URL: https://idahocapitolwatch.com/sessions/ses_m26080