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This bill aims to enhance sexual harassment, sexual assault, and sexual abuse prevention in California schools through several key provisions. The State Department of Education will be required to review and revise training materials developed by the Redlands Unified School District, making them available statewide, and update the California School Climate, Health, and Learning Surveys to include age-appropriate questions about sexual safety. The bill establishes "Sexual Harassment Safety Weeks" in April and September, during which public schools are encouraged to host interactive activities, provide resources, and focus on creating a safe environment. The Instructional Quality Commission will be tasked with incorporating information about Title IX, Uniform Complaint Procedures, and guidance for students on reporting sexual harassment into the Health Education Framework when it is next revised. Additionally, the bill requires school districts to periodically review consequences for students involved in sexual harassment, sexual assault, or cyber sexual bullying, with an emphasis on achieving rehabilitative outcomes. Schools will be encouraged to provide comprehensive information about reporting procedures, support measures, and the potential disciplinary consequences for such behaviors, with the ultimate goal of creating a safer and more supportive school environment that prevents and addresses sexual harassment and abuse.

Budget and Finance, Education, Justice

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