Victory for California Parents!

In a Victory for California Parents State Attorney General Bonta Admits Under Oath That School Boards Are Not Required to Follow His School Secrecy Policy

May2, 2024

Today we learned from Assemblyman Bill Essayli that Bonta's admission in court that California Department of Education guidance to keep secrets from parents is unenforceable.  This is a victory for parents and school board members who will not be intimated by empty lawsuits and threats.

We supported Assemblyman Essayli's legislation AB 1314 this last session which would have permanently codified a parent's right to know if schools are social transitioning their child's gender.

PERK encourages every California school district to immediately repeal any secrecy policies that were implemented as a result of unenforceable guidelines illegally issued by the California Department of Education.

Liberty & Love of Country: Tulsi Gabbard & PERK

Tulsi Gabbard speaking about her new book For Love of Country at Godspeak Church in Newbury Park, Ca. Click on Image to watch full video.

On Friday, April 26th, 2024, Tulsi Gabbard delivered a profound speech during PERK's Liberty Series event at Godspeak Church in Newbury Park, California. The theme of the event was "Liberty & Love of Country," where she eloquently touched upon the subjects of freedom and civil rights. Amidst the backdrop of political decisions driven by fear, Tulsi's message of hope resonated with the audience. The lineup of speakers featured prominent figures such as PERK President Amy Bohn, Pastor Rob McCoy, and Pastor Rick Brown.

Tulsi Gabbard Speaking Truth in California!

Tulsi Gabbard, Keynote speaker for PERK fundraiser at the California Club in Los Angeles, Ca.

PERK was honored to welcome combat veteran, 4-term member of Congress, and 2020 presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard last Saturday, April 27 as our keynote speaker at the California Club to discuss pre-release of her new book For Love of Country: Leave the Democrat Party Behind. 

Tulsi called on those who love America to stand up for peace, defend freedom and protect our democratic republic from those seeking to undermine it at every turn. 

We were delighted to honor our PERK Advisory Board Member Melissa Oakland with “The Guiding Light Award” and we give thanks to the Oakland’s for hosting us for the evening at the stunning California Club. 

Amy Bohn, PERK President, spoke of the importance of sacred spaces for girls and women, the protection of children from gender affirming care, medical freedom and how PERK is a leader in action, advocacy, legislation and health freedom now and for future generations. Amy was able to highlight the hard work that the PERK team has achieved in their California efforts 

The evening brought together hundreds of guests including Dr. Mark McDonald, Dr. Judy Mikovits, Dr. Khatibi, musician DPAK, Organizations and leaders from the LA Lincoln Club, veterans, first responders, former member of the The Pussycat Dolls Jessica Sutta, Nicole Pearson from Protect Kids CA, our PERK legal team, officials such as Assembly member Bill Essayli and Chino Valley Unified board president Sonia Shaw.

We couldn't have accomplished such a successful evening without the support of our generous sponsors and freedom leaders in the movement.  We are grateful to our PERK volunteers and event committee for all their support and efforts throughout the evening. We couldn’t have done it without you!

For those who did not get the opportunity to donate at the event, please take the time to do so. Your support is meaningful to the future of California! Please review our current initiatives below. 

For Love of Country

Tulsi Gabbard was the rising star of the Democrat Party. But the growing wokeness, fomenting racism, and intolerance were more than she could stomach, and she left. This is her story and a call to action to Americans who love our country and cherish peace and freedom. Purchase her book here.

Smart City LA Litigation Win- Digital ID not required!

CHD Scores Win in ‘Smart City’ Lawsuit as Court Orders Los Angeles to Turn Over Documents

Children’s Health Defense (CHD) sued the City of Los Angeles to obtain records CHD said are essential to protecting the rights of residents, who don’t know what forms of surveillance they and their children are being subjected to and as a result, can’t exercise their legal right to opt out of being surveilled.

By  Brenda Baletti, Ph.D.

A California judge this week ordered the City of Los Angeles to release documents related to its smart city initiatives to Children’s Health Defense (CHD), which requested the documents under the California Public Records Act.

Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff said the city must turn over missing email attachments, produce supplemental documents, conduct a new search relevant to privacy laws and contracts, and deliver other documents the city withheld last year by claiming privilege when it only partially responded to CHD’s request.

In his order, Judge Beckloff cautioned the city that “the Petitioners’ interest in the requested records is substantial” and that interest — namely the city’s Digital Code of Ethics and “the right of a member of the public to opt out of the collection and sharing of personal data” — must be considered when the city invokes deliberative process privilege. …….

PERK Joins Coalition of 53 Parent Organizations

Coalition of 53 Parent Organizations Send Letter to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona Expressing Opposition to Final Title IX Rules

05/01/2024

Press Release courtesy of Parents Defending Education

On May 1, 2024, a coalition of 53 organizations, representing 805,645 members, sent a letter to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona to express deep opposition to the final Title IX rules released Friday, April 19, 2024. The rules supplant “sex” with “gender identity.” In doing so, the guidance poses a grave threat to the safety and opportunities of women and girls and thwarts students’ First Amendment rights. The revisions also strip students of due process protections.

The full letter can be found here.

In alphabetical order, the organizations include:

American Education Advocates
Army of Parents
Awake Americans
Awake Illinois
Baltimore County Parent and Student Coalition
Bloomington Parents Alliance
Californians for Equal Rights Foundation (CFER)
Chinese American Citizens Alliance Greater New York (CACAGNY)
Carlsbad Education Alliance
Colorado Parent Advocacy Network
Concerned Parents of Round Rock ISD
Courage is a Habit
Delmarva Parent Teacher Coalition
Education Veritas
Empowered Jefferson
Empowered Sevier
Fight for Schools
Fishers One
Florida Citizens Alliance
Freedom in Education
Hope for PA
Informed Parents of California
Informed Parents of Idaho
Informed Parents of Washington
Minnesota Parents Alliance
Moms for Liberty
New Trier Neighbors
Ohio Values Voters
Olentangy for Educational Integrity
Parents Defending Education
Parents Unite
Parents United for Freedom
Parents United RI
Protection of the Educational Rights of Kids (PERK)
Power2Parent Union
Protect Kids Colorado
Protect Ohio Children
Protect Our Kids Now
PUSD Community Watch
Restore Childhood
Restore Parental Rights in Education
Scottdale Unites for Educational Integrity
Speak for Students
SpeakVT
St. Charles County Parents Association
Task Force Freedom
Tri-Town Family Alliance
Truth in Education
United Against Racism in Education
United For Children of Northern Colorado
Virginia Mavens
Virginia Moms for America
West Valley Parents Uniting

Introducing the PERK Advocacy Website

What is PERK Advocacy?

PERK Advocacy is the legislative arm of PERK and is a 501(c)(4) organization.

At PERK Advocacy, we are deeply committed to advocating for the rights and freedoms that are foundational to our society. Specializing in Parental and Civil Rights, we stand at the forefront of protecting individuals and families from overreach, ensuring that personal liberties are respected and preserved. In our pursuit of Protecting Health Freedom, we champion the right of individuals to make informed decisions about their health, free from undue influence or coercion. Through Strategic Partnerships, we collaborate with like-minded organizations and individuals to amplify our impact and reach, bringing about significant, positive changes in our communities and beyond. Our involvement in Public Policy and Grassroots Advocacy enables us to influence decision-making processes, advocating for laws and policies that uphold our core values of freedom, autonomy, and rights protection. At PERK Advocacy, we're more than just an organization; we're a dedicated team, working tirelessly to safeguard the liberties that define us.

To get the most up to date information on Federal and California legislation pertaining to Parental and Civil Rights and to take action, go to www.perkadvocacy.com .

H.R. 3832- The Disease X Act of 2023

Have you heard about the federal level legislation: H.R. 3832- The Disease X Act of 2023?

H.R. 3832- The Disease X Act of 2023 is a bill introduced in June of 2023 by U.S. Representative Lori Trahan of Massachusetts and is co-sponsored by U.S. Representative Dan Crenshaw of Texas.  It lays the foundation for BARDA (Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority), a program within the Department of Health and Human Services,  to expand its priorities to include innovation grants and contracts to support research and development of countermeasures against viruses, specifically respiratory viruses, with potential to cause a pandemic.  The bill is currently being heard in the House of Representatives and has been referred to the Health subcommittee within the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Consequently, this bill would expand priorities of BARDA to include the development of health technology, including vaccines, therapeutics and diagnostics, while aggrandizing partnerships with the private sector.  This bill will potentially open the door for additional gain of function experimentation or worse.  Gary Disbrow, PhD, BARDA Director, outlines the mission of BARDA to include four goals: rapid development of  countermeasures, maintain a sustainable ‘mission ready’ response posture, leverage mechanisms to foster flexible partnerships and build and support a world class workforce.  

Learn more about BARDA at https://aspr.hhs.gov/AboutASPR/ProgramOffices/BARDA/Pages/default.aspx

Please see the following handout for more information, including our concerns with this bill.

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Share this handout with your Congressional Representatives.

Find out who your U.S. Congress member is here

PERK opposes HR3832 The Disease X Act of 2023