The bill aims to enhance mental health education in Alaska's public school system by mandating the development of guidelines for mental health instruction. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration between the Board of Education and Early Development, the Department of Health, the Department of Family and Community Services, regional tribal health organizations, and mental health representatives. The bill includes provisions for parental involvement, requiring local school boards to notify parents at least two weeks prior to any class or program that provides mental health instruction.

Additionally, the bill amends existing laws to incorporate mental health into health education programs for grades K-12, ensuring that mental health is recognized alongside physical health and personal safety. It establishes a requirement for the state board to create developmentally appropriate guidelines for mental health instruction and mandates a report to the legislature two years after the bill's enactment, detailing the guidelines and the development process. The bill reflects a comprehensive approach to integrating mental health education into the state's educational framework.

Statutes affected:
HB0105A, AM HB 105, introduced 02/14/2025: 14.03.016, 14.30.020, 14.30.360