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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to securing parental consent for human sexuality education. Education.
AI Summary
This bill amends the existing law to require schools to obtain parental consent before providing instruction on human sexuality education. The key provisions include: requiring schools to notify parents at least 21 days in advance and obtain their written consent before a child can participate in any presentation involving human sexuality issues, such as abortion, birth control, and reproductive health services; requiring school websites to disclose any objectives related to these topics in health or wellness curricula; and imposing a $2,500 penalty on school districts for each violation of the parental consent policy.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4587 (on 07/08/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H462 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H462.pdf |
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