HB127
Permit schools to withhold directory information
Summary
The bill permits schools to withhold directory information and removes directory information from the public record definition. It specifies that personally identifiable information concerning students cannot be released without consent from parents or guardians for those under 18, or from the students themselves if they are 18 or older. The bill also outlines conditions under which directory information may be shared with military recruiters and others, provided that consent is obtained.
Rationale
The bill's provisions for withholding directory information align with the Libertarian emphasis on individual privacy, but it also imposes restrictions on information sharing that could be seen as limiting personal freedoms. The LPO's score reflects a more favorable view of the bill's intent to protect student privacy, though it still raises concerns about government control over information.
Risks and Concerns
- Potential for increased government control over student information
- Limits on transparency regarding public records
- Possibility of misuse of withheld information