Republicans in dozens of state legislatures have introduced bills aimed at expanding curriculum transparency in public schools following months of backlash from parent activists over the inclusion of critical race theory and gender ideology in lessons.
Democratic governors removing mask mandates say its because of changing science and improving COVID-19 metrics, but the numbers tell a different story.
The package includes bills that would require districts and teachers to provide a wide range of information to parents. Districts and schools that don t comply could face legal action.