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This bill amends the existing health education curriculum requirements for public schools in New Hampshire by mandating that the health curriculum include an age-appropriate and medically accurate video demonstrating early fetal development. Specifically, the bill requires schools to present a high-quality computer-generated animation or ultrasound video that shows the development of critical organs like the heart, brain, and other vital organs during early fetal stages. The bill extends beyond K-12 public schools, also requiring college and university students to view similar videos, with baccalaureate students required to watch a high-definition ultrasound video of at least three minutes duration. Institutions of higher education would be required to administer, certify, and record proof of video viewing, and could potentially withhold degrees from students who do not comply. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and would impose additional administrative burdens on educational institutions, with estimated costs ranging from $10,000 to $135,000 annually for different types of educational systems. The Department of Education would be responsible for conducting annual audits to ensure compliance, potentially requiring new personnel to manage these oversight responsibilities.

Budget and Finance, Education

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