The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes by adding a new section (15-712.02) to Title 15, Chapter 7 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. This new section mandates that the State Board of Education require all health education instruction for students in grades seven and eight to include specific content on fetal development. This content must cover information about the human reproductive process, pregnancy, infertility, and a description of the growth and development of an unborn child during each trimester of pregnancy. Additionally, the bill allows for the possibility of including age-appropriate fetal development instruction in grades one through six and nine through twelve.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that parents can request their child be excused from fetal development instruction, and it requires school districts and charter schools to provide a description of the curriculum to parents, along with notification of their right to withdraw their child from such instruction. This update aims to enhance health education while ensuring parental involvement and choice regarding sensitive topics.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-712.02
House Engrossed Version: 15-712.02