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MO SB1198

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Gregory

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Mandates human growth and development curriculum in all Missouri public schools covering human biology related to pregnancy, fetal development in the womb, a high-definition ultrasound video (minimum 3 minutes) showing early fetal organ development, and computer-generated animation of fertilization through birth

  • Requires instruction for grades 1-6 in an age-appropriate manner, with continuation for grades 7-8 in a developmentally appropriate manner

  • Makes completion of human growth and development instruction a graduation requirement for public high school students (grades 9-12), integrated into health or science education

  • Directs the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to develop guidelines, materials, professional development programs, and resources for schools and teachers

  • Includes an emergency clause allowing the act to take effect immediately upon passage and approval

Legislative Description

Requires public schools to provide instruction in human growth and development

Last Action

Second Read and Referred S Education Committee

1/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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