Assembly Bill 918 mandates that school boards in Wisconsin, which choose to offer a human growth and development instructional program for grades K-12, must include instruction on adoption as a required subject. Previously, while school boards were allowed to provide such programs, including topics like adoption resources, prenatal care, and postnatal supports was merely recommended rather than required.

The bill amends the existing statute by adding "adoption" to the list of required subjects that must be taught if any part of the recommended instructional program is provided. This change aims to ensure that students receive comprehensive education on adoption alongside other important topics related to parental responsibility and the socioeconomic benefits of marriage.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 118.019(2m)(e), 118.019