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OK HB1603
Bill
Status
3/25/2025
Primary Sponsor
Emily Gise
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AI Summary
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Requires public schools in Oklahoma to teach a human growth and development curriculum including human biology related to pregnancy, fetal development inside the womb, a high-definition ultrasound video of at least 3 minutes showing fetal development, and computer-generated renderings of fetal development highlighting cell growth and organ development until birth.
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School districts must obtain opt-in permission forms from parents or legal guardians at least 2 weeks before teaching the curriculum, with forms prescribed by the State Board of Education and retained by school districts.
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Students in grades 9-12 must receive the human growth and development instruction to graduate with a standard diploma unless parents did not complete an opt-in permission form or the student has an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for a significant cognitive disability.
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Instruction shall be integrated into health or science education and incorporated into state academic content standards adopted by the State Board of Education.
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The act becomes effective November 1, 2025.
Legislative Description
Schools; requiring age-appropriate human growth and development curriculum to be taught in public schools; guidelines and resources; effective date.
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Education
4/1/2025