Bill > HR3527

This bill provides comprehensive legislation aimed at improving sexual health education and services for young people aged 10-29, with a particular focus on addressing historical inequities and supporting underserved populations. The bill authorizes $100 million in annual funding from 2026-2031 to establish competitive grant programs for sex education in elementary and secondary schools, youth-serving organizations, and higher education institutions, as well as grants for educator training and sexual health services. The legislation defines comprehensive, evidence-informed sex education as covering topics like puberty, sexual anatomy, sexual orientation, gender identity, contraception, consent, and interpersonal violence, with a strong emphasis on being culturally responsive, age-appropriate, and inclusive of diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. Key priorities include addressing the historical impacts of systemic racism and oppression on sexual health education, promoting reproductive justice, and ensuring that sexual health services and education are accessible, confidential, and supportive of young people from marginalized communities. The bill also mandates reporting and evaluation of the grant programs and includes a nondiscrimination clause to protect the rights of all young people, regardless of their background or identity.

Education

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3527/all-info