AZ HB2616

Removes the restriction limiting sex education requirements to only school districts with existing sex education programs, making the requirement applicable to all school districts.

Requires all school districts to provide medically accurate and comprehensive sex education, with instruction on laws relating to sexual conduct with a minor for grades 7-12.

Defines "comprehensive" as evidence-based programs beginning in middle or junior high school through grade 12, covering human development, relationships, decision-making, abstinence, contraception, and disease prevention.

Defines "medically accurate" as information verified by peer-reviewed research, recognized by leading professional organizations, and published in peer-reviewed journals when appropriate.

Allows parents to request their child be excused from sex education instruction, with school districts required to notify all parents of this option.