HB4100

Relating to human growth and development curriculum

Introduced·1/14/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB4100 mandates human growth and development curriculum in schools, focusing on pregnancy and fetal development, and authorizes the.

West Virginia HB4100 amends the state's education code to require courses on human growth and development, specifically related to pregnancy and fetal development. The bill, known as the "Baby Olivia Act," mandates that these courses begin in third grade and include detailed instruction on fetal organ development. It also allows for the use of high-definition ultrasound videos and the "Meet Baby Olivia" video by Live Action. The Attorney General is authorized to take legal action against violations of this curriculum on behalf of residents.

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History

Jan 14

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 14

House

To Education then Judiciary

Jan 14

House

Introduced in House