5395-S.E AMH KRAF MOET 207

ESSB 5395 - H AMD TO ED COMM AMD (H-4971.4/20) 2043

By Representative Kraft

NOT ADOPTED 03/04/2020

On page 3, line 4 of the striking amendment, after "(4)" insert "(a)"

On page 3, after line 14 of the striking amendment insert the following:

"(b) To ensure that all curriculum is science and evidence-based, curricula may not be added to the list required by this subsection (4) until it is reviewed by a panel of experts that includes an OB-GYN, a urologist, a mental health counselor, a family therapist, a pediatrician, a pharmacist, a psychologist, a pastor, and midwife. The panel must review all curricula and determine what age it is appropriate for and when it should be taught."

EFFECT: Requires comprehensive sexual health education curricula on the list developed by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to be reviewed and approved by a panel of individuals with specified qualifications. Specifies that the panel must review all curricula and determine what age it is appropriate for and when it should be taught.

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