MO HB2491

Requires human sexuality instruction to be based on peer-reviewed projects demonstrated to influence healthy behavior and be age appropriate

Removes language specific to "unmarried pupils" and references to federal abstinence education law (42 U.S.C. Section 710), replacing it with broader requirement to present abstinence as "the only sure way to avoid pregnancy or sexually transmitted infection"

Adds new requirements for instruction on HPV vaccine benefits, family communication about sexuality, effects of alcohol/drug use on decision making, and critical thinking skills for healthy relationship decisions

Removes prohibition on abortion service providers offering course materials or instruction on human sexuality in schools

Changes terminology throughout from "sexually transmitted diseases" to "sexually transmitted infections"