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AR HB1946
Bill
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mary Bentley
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AI Summary
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Public schools serving grades 6-12 must provide human growth and development instruction beginning with the 2025-2026 school year
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Instruction must include a high-definition ultrasound video of at least 3 minutes showing brain, heart, sex organs, and other vital organ development in early fetal development
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Instruction must also include a computer-generated animation showing fertilization and every stage of human development in the uterus, with weekly markers of cell growth and organ development until birth
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These materials must be included in every class that discusses human biology, contraception, or sexually transmitted diseases/infections
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Applies to both traditional public school districts and open-enrollment public charter schools
Legislative Description
To Require Human Growth And Development Instruction In Public Schools.
Last Action
Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/5/2025