The bill aims to enhance the protection of students from sexually explicit material in public schools by establishing clear definitions and prohibitions. It introduces a new section in the Public School Code that defines "sexual education and biology material" and "sexually explicit material," outlining what constitutes inappropriate content. The bill explicitly prohibits the use of sexually explicit material in curricula, instruction, or extracurricular activities by school employees, contractors, or volunteers. Violations of these provisions can lead to termination, license revocation, or fines for school districts or charter schools.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 30-37-5 NMSA 1978 to remove certain exclusions and defenses related to schools concerning the crimes outlined in Chapter 30, Article 37. This includes eliminating defenses based on the belief that a minor had reached eighteen years of age or was accompanied by a parent or guardian. The effective date for the provisions of this act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 30-37-5