The federal laws surrounding confidentiality and the sharing of student information and records are traditionally covered by the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). These laws and California Minor Consent Law are reviewed here.
In This Section You Will Find:
- Details regarding laws, confidentiality and the sharing of information
Websites
U.S. Department of Education
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
National Center for Youth Law:
Confidential Medical Release FAQ from Schools and Districts