The "Don't Say Trans" bill would require teachers to "out" trans students to parents and restrict classroom discussions on gender identity.
Two bills in Congress would bar schools from recognizing transgender identity and force teachers to "out" trans students.
Republicans continue seizing on transgender rights as a wedge issue to portray Democrats as out-of-step with Americans.
The measure requires elementary and middle schools to inform parents when a student asks to be treated according to their gender identity.
A Republican congressman traveled to Uganda and urged political leaders to "stand firm" on a law imposing harsh penalties for homosexuality.