Senate Bill 1174 aims to enhance the personal development educational goals for school boards in Wisconsin by incorporating specific awareness about fentanyl and the use of an opioid antagonist into the existing curriculum. Currently, the law mandates that school boards provide instructional programs on personal development that include objectives related to drug abuse and prevention. The proposed amendment will expand these objectives to explicitly include awareness about fentanyl and opioid antagonists, thereby addressing the growing concerns surrounding opioid-related issues among students.

The bill amends section 118.01 (2) (d) 2. d. of the statutes by deleting the phrase "including prescription drug abuse, and" and inserting "drug abuse; fentanyl; and the use of an opioid antagonist." This change emphasizes the importance of educating students about the dangers of fentanyl and the availability of opioid antagonists as a preventive measure. The new requirements will first apply to instruction provided in the 2026-27 school year, ensuring that schools are prepared to implement these educational goals effectively.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 118.01(2)(d)2.d, 118.01