Idaho Governor Brad Little signed new legislation on Friday, April 10. The law requires teachers, doctors, and childcare workers to notify parents within 72 hours if a child displays transgender identity.

The legislation is called the "Pediatric Secretive Transitions Parental Rights Act." It applies to all minors in Idaho schools and healthcare settings.

Under this law, teachers must report to parents if students use different pronouns. Healthcare workers must also inform parents if children discuss gender identity issues. Childcare workers face the same requirements.

The law mandates reporting even when it might put the young person at risk. This includes situations where parents might not support their child's gender identity.

School staff, doctors, and childcare workers have 72 hours to contact parents. They must report any signs of transgender identity or gender questioning behaviour.

The new law affects all public schools in Idaho. Private schools and healthcare facilities must also comply with these rules.

Governor Little stated the law protects parental rights in education and healthcare decisions. He believes parents should know about their children's gender identity discussions.

The law takes effect immediately after being signed. Idaho joins several other states with similar reporting requirements for transgender youth.

Some healthcare providers express concerns about patient privacy and safety. They question how the law will affect doctor-patient relationships with minors.

The American Civil Liberties Union and other organisations are reviewing the law. They may challenge it in court over privacy and safety issues.

Idaho lawmakers passed the bill earlier this year with Republican support. Democrats opposed the legislation during parliamentary debates.