If enacted, this bill would amend current Arizona statutes by introducing a new section, 15-160.03, which mandates the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) and the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) to develop a statewide child sexual abuse and assault awareness and prevention program for public schools by July 1, 2026. The program would include instructional modules for teachers and age-appropriate educational materials for students in kindergarten through 12th grade, focusing on recognizing abuse, boundary violations, and strategies for disclosure and support. Additionally, it would establish a uniform response policy for handling incidents of child sexual abuse and assault.

The bill also stipulates that each public school must implement this program by October 1, 2026, while ensuring that no student is required to participate without written consent from a parent or guardian. The legislation is designed to enhance awareness and prevention of child sexual abuse in schools and is titled "Erin's Law."

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-160.03