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Grandma: HSLDA Helped Get My Case Dismissed

When my granddaughter’s serious health issues interrupted her education, I decided to homeschool her. However, paperwork misunderstandings led to a visit from child protective services and a truancy charge. That’s when I called HSLDA . . .

Freedom for Homeschooling Parents Preserved with Last-Minute Amendment!

Senate Bill 163 was amended Saturday, June 13, to clearly exempt homeschooling families from new reporting and exemption requirements.

Virginia: Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination for Homeschoolers Coming?

On August 14, a bill was filed that would require the commissioner to honor religious exemptions from vaccination.

Maine: Immunizations and Recognized-as-Equivalent Private Schools

A reminder that in Maine even private schools in the home must comply with certain regulations regarding immunizations.

Bill Shifts Authority for Health Decision to 11-year-olds

The District of Columbia City Council voted to pass a bill (B23-0171) that would permit minor children as young as 11 years old to consent to certain medical treatment without their parent’s consent—or even knowledge.