State Lawmakers Debate Bill Requiring Parental Consent for Minor to Change Their Name or Pronouns at School

Friday, January 9th, 2026 -- 9:01 AM

(Wisconsin Radio Network) At the Capitol, lawmakers debate a bill requiring parental consent for minors to change the name or pronouns they use at school.

According to the Wisconsin Radio Network, WisPolitics reports that during a public hearing in the Senate Education Committee opponents said the measure amounts to bullying of an already vulnerable population.

Co-author Senator André Jacque said it would ensure parents are involved and are kept in the loop on decisions for their children. He said schools would “promote secrecy” by keeping parents uninformed.

Democratic Senator Chris Larson noted not all parents are accepting when their kids want to change their name or pronouns and argued the bill would put them at risk. Democratic Governor Tony Evers would be likely to veto the bill if it reaches his desk.

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