Bill > S01021

This bill amends the New York education law to require medically accurate instruction about HIV and AIDS in all elementary and secondary schools. Specifically, the bill mandates that schools provide comprehensive education about these diseases, including information on their nature, methods of transmission, and prevention strategies. The instruction must be taught by certified health teachers, ensuring that students receive accurate and professional information about these serious health conditions. The bill represents an effort to improve health education by ensuring that students at all grade levels receive scientifically sound information about HIV and AIDS, which can help prevent transmission and reduce stigma surrounding these diseases. The new requirement is part of the existing health education curriculum, which already covers topics like mental health, substance abuse, and cancer prevention. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage, meaning schools will need to implement this new instructional requirement right away.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1021