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PA SB1277

PA SB1277
In terms and courses of study, providing for parental notification relating to instructional materials and books containing sexually explicit content.


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Introduced
06/10/2022
In Committee
06/30/2022
Crossed Over
06/29/2022
Passed
Dead
11/30/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in terms and courses of study, providing for parental notification relating to instructional materials and books containing sexually explicit content.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to require school entities (such as school districts and charter schools) to develop and make public policies that provide parental notification of instructional materials and books containing sexually explicit content. The policies must identify specific materials and books, ensure parental notification before student exposure, and allow parents to review and opt-out of such content. The bill also clarifies that it does not prohibit additional transparency measures or prevent a school entity from determining that sexually explicit content is inappropriate for certain students, as long as it does not violate other applicable laws.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Education

Sponsors (13)

Last Action

Referred to EDUCATION (on 06/30/2022)

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