Bill > LD1716

This bill requires schools that offer comprehensive family life education to include a human growth and development curriculum starting no later than 3rd grade. The curriculum must specifically include two mandatory videos: a high-definition ultrasound video at least 3 minutes long showing early fetal development of brain, heart, sex organs, and other vital organs, and a second video demonstrating the entire process of fertilization and fetal development from conception to birth, highlighting significant stages of cell growth and organ development. The bill defines "human growth and development discussion" as any oral, written, or digital lesson about human biology related to pregnancy and development inside the uterus. Notably, the Attorney General is granted the authority to file civil suits and seek damages or injunctive relief against any entity that fails to comply with these educational requirements, effectively creating a legal mechanism to enforce the new curriculum mandate.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1716&snum=132