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WA SB5009
WA SB5009Requiring parental or legal guardian approval before a child participates in comprehensive sexual health education.
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Introduced
01/09/2023
01/09/2023
In Committee
01/09/2023
01/09/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024
04/12/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to requiring parental or legal guardian approval before a child participates in comprehensive sexual health education; amending RCW 28A.300.475; and creating a new section.
AI Summary
This bill requires parental or legal guardian approval before a child participates in comprehensive sexual health education in public schools. It amends an existing law that mandates comprehensive sexual health education in all public schools by the 2022-23 school year, giving parents more control over the sexual health education their child receives. The bill specifies that parents or legal guardians must provide written approval before any planned instruction in comprehensive sexual health education occurs, and schools must notify parents and legal guardians annually about the upcoming instruction. The bill also includes definitions of key terms such as "comprehensive sexual health education" and "medically and scientifically accurate."
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (on 01/08/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5009&Year=2023&Initiative=false |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/5009.pdf |
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