The proposed bill mandates the inclusion of human growth and development instruction in public schools for students in grades six through twelve, starting from the 2025-2026 school year. It amends Arkansas Code 6-15-202 to add a new requirement for public school superintendents to ensure compliance with this instruction, specifically referencing Section 6-16-1008. The instruction must include a high-definition ultrasound video demonstrating early fetal development and a computer-generated animation illustrating the process of fertilization and stages of human development until birth.

Additionally, the bill specifies that this instruction must be integrated into classes covering human biology, contraception, and sexually transmitted diseases or infections. The definition of "public school" is clarified to encompass both traditional public schools and open-enrollment public charter schools. The bill aims to enhance educational content related to human growth and development, ensuring that students receive comprehensive information on these topics.

Statutes affected:
HB 1946: 6-15-202(f)