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Bill Summary · HB 1389

Legislative bill overview

HB 1389 appropriates state funding to support comprehensive human sexuality education programs in Colorado schools. The bill allocates grant money to school districts for implementing or expanding curricula that cover sexual health, reproduction, consent, and related topics in an age-appropriate manner.

Why is this important

Sexuality education policy significantly impacts what students learn about reproductive health, disease prevention, and healthy relationships during their school years. Funding decisions directly influence whether districts can afford to implement comprehensive programs versus relying on abstinence-only approaches or minimal instruction.

Potential points of contention

  • Curriculum content disputes: Disagreement over what topics (contraception, gender identity, sexual orientation) are age-appropriate and should be included in different grade levels
  • Parental consent and notification: Debate over whether parents should be informed of or must consent to their children's participation in sexuality education
  • Funding allocation: Questions about whether state resources should prioritize sexuality education over other educational needs, and how funds are distributed among districts
  • Implementation standards: Disagreement about who determines curriculum standards—state education department, local school boards, or other entities—and whether instruction emphasizes medical accuracy versus particular moral or religious frameworks

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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