HB2744

Requires instruction on human growth and development in schools

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB2744 mandates human growth and development instruction in schools, emphasizing fetal development and abstinence.

Missouri HB2744 requires schools to include human growth and development discussions in their curriculum starting from the 2026-27 school year. This instruction must cover the stages of human development from conception to birth, emphasizing fetal development milestones. Schools may separate students by gender for these lessons. The curriculum must also include information on the dangers of sexual activity, the importance of abstinence, and the consequences of teenage sexual activity.

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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)