HB717

AN ACT relating to health education.

Introduced·2/24/26
Bill Text

Kentucky HB717 mandates comprehensive healthy relationship instruction in public schools starting from the 2027-2028 school year.

Kentucky HB717 requires public school districts to provide healthy relationship instruction to students in kindergarten through grade twelve starting in the 2027-2028 school year. This instruction must cover topics such as human development, anatomy, reproduction, healthy relationships, gender identity, sexual orientation, consent, and the impact of substance use on sexual health. The curriculum must be inclusive, trauma-informed, and accessible to all students, including those with disabilities.

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Where it stands

Current
Primary and Secondary Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 3

House

to Primary and Secondary Education (H)

Feb 24

House

introduced in House

Feb 24

House

to Committee on Committees (H)