HI HB1782

Establishes a mandatory sexual abuse prevention instructional program for all public school students in grades pre-kindergarten through twelve based on "Erin's Law," an initiative created to educate children about recognizing and reporting sexual abuse.

Requires instruction to include techniques for recognizing child sexual abuse, reducing vulnerability, and encouraging reporting, with at least four sessions annually that build on previous year skills and are developmentally appropriate by grade level.

Mandates active student participation through discussions, modeling, and role-playing, with instruction delivered by teachers, counselors, or outside prevention educators who have thorough knowledge of child sexual abuse and appropriate disclosure responses.

Requires programs to include professional training for administrators and school personnel on sexual abuse prevention, effects of abuse, handling disclosures, and mandated reporting responsibilities.

Includes a parental involvement component to inform parents about child sexual abuse topics, including offender characteristics, grooming behaviors, and how to discuss abuse prevention with children.