Texas HB1273 mandates human sexuality education in public schools, emphasizing abstinence and medically accurate information.

Texas HB1273 amends the Education Code to require public school districts to provide human sexuality education. This education must be age-appropriate and medically accurate, covering topics such as gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and sexually transmitted infections. It emphasizes abstinence from sexual activity for unmarried persons of school age and includes discussions on consent, healthy relationships, and Title IX protections against sexual harassment and assault. The State Board of Education will adopt the essential knowledge and skills for these curricula.

Texas HB1273 mandates human sexuality education in public schools, emphasizing abstinence and medically accurate information.

Texas HB1273 amends the Education Code to require public school districts to provide human sexuality education. This education must be age-appropriate and medically accurate, covering topics such as gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and sexually transmitted infections. It emphasizes abstinence from sexual activity for unmarried persons of school age and includes discussions on consent, healthy relationships, and Title IX protections against sexual harassment and assault. The State Board of Education will adopt the essential knowledge and skills for these curricula.