The Supreme Court’s March 2, 2026, decision in Mirabelli v. Bonta is another significant win for parental rights.
A divided Court, in its 6-3 unsigned per curiam, “for the court” order—part of its so-called shadow docket, wherein it addresses procedural matters and requests for emergency measures such as staying earlier judgments without oral arguments—enjoined enforcement of a board policy in California allowing students to transition in public schools without parental consent or knowledge.
In Mirabelli’s wake, this column briefly highlights its history and pertinent Supreme Court opinions before reflecting on its meaning for parental rights.
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