The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 120B.20, to modify the requirements for parental curriculum review and consent specifically regarding sexual education. It establishes that each school district must allow parents, guardians, or adult students aged 18 or older to review instructional materials, including textbooks and online resources, upon request. If a parent, guardian, or adult student objects to the content, the school must make reasonable arrangements for alternative instruction, which may be provided by the parent or guardian. Importantly, the school board is not responsible for the costs of this alternative instruction, and students will not face penalties for opting for alternative instruction.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision that prohibits school districts from providing sexual education instruction to minor students without written consent from their parents or guardians. This change emphasizes the importance of parental involvement and consent in the education of minors regarding sensitive topics such as sexual education.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 120B.20