This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 121A.23, subdivision 1, to update the requirements for sexually transmitted infections and diseases prevention programs in school districts. The commissioner of education, in collaboration with the commissioner of health, is tasked with assisting districts in creating and executing these programs. The updated requirements emphasize the need for materials and curricula that are medically and scientifically accurate and unbiased, while also ensuring that the programs are comprehensive and include updated content.

Key changes in the bill include the removal of the phrase "technically accurate and" and the addition of "medically and scientifically" to describe the required accuracy of educational materials. The curriculum must now include a broader range of topics, as indicated by the insertion of "but is not limited to" in the requirements. Additionally, the bill eliminates a specific focus on targeting adolescents at high risk for sexually transmitted infections, streamlining the program's objectives. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the effectiveness of educational programs related to sexually transmitted infections and diseases in Minnesota schools.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 121A.23