The bill aims to amend the Code of West Virginia by adding a new section, designated as the "Baby Olivia Act," which mandates the inclusion of human growth and development education related to pregnancy and fetal development in public school curricula. Specifically, it requires that starting in the 2025-2026 school year, public schools, including charter schools, must incorporate discussions on human growth and development in grades three, five, and eight. This instruction must include a high-definition ultrasound video demonstrating early fetal development and the "Meet Baby Olivia" video, which illustrates the process of fertilization and stages of human development until birth.

Additionally, the bill authorizes the Attorney General of West Virginia to enforce the provisions of the "Baby Olivia Act" by suing for damages and injunctive relief against any person or entity that violates this section. The bill also amends existing health education requirements by adding a new subsection that outlines the specific content and methods for delivering this human growth and development instruction, thereby enhancing the educational framework surrounding these topics in West Virginia schools.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-2-9, 18-2-46