Texas HB1272 mandates healthy relationships education in public schools, focusing on age-appropriate curricula.

Texas HB1272 amends the Education Code to require public school districts to provide healthy relationships education. This education must be age-appropriate and supported by peer-reviewed research. The curricula aim to develop healthy relationships, life skills, and effective communication. The State Board of Education will adopt the essential knowledge and skills for these curricula. Schools must make curriculum materials available for public inspection. Students can opt out of this education on parental request, without penalty.

Texas HB1272 mandates healthy relationships education in public schools, focusing on age-appropriate curricula.

Texas HB1272 amends the Education Code to require public school districts to provide healthy relationships education. This education must be age-appropriate and supported by peer-reviewed research. The curricula aim to develop healthy relationships, life skills, and effective communication. The State Board of Education will adopt the essential knowledge and skills for these curricula. Schools must make curriculum materials available for public inspection. Students can opt out of this education on parental request, without penalty.