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HB 1303

Sexual health education.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Sue Errington

Indiana bill addressing sexual health education curriculum standards, content, or parental notification requirements in public schools—currently in committee review.

First reading: referred to Committee on Education
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Bill Summary · HB 1303

Legislative bill overview

HB 1303 pertains to sexual health education in Indiana schools, though specific provisions are not yet publicly detailed since it was only introduced on January 13, 2025. Based on sponsorship by Representative Sue Errington (a Democrat known for education and health advocacy), the bill likely addresses curriculum content, age-appropriateness, or parental notification related to sexual health instruction. The bill is currently in its early stages, having just been referred to the Committee on Education.

Why is this important

Sexual health education curriculum is a recurring point of public debate between parents, educators, and policymakers regarding what content is developmentally appropriate and who controls what students learn. Indiana's approach to this topic affects how schools balance public health objectives with community values and parental rights. Any changes to state education policy can influence school district implementation statewide.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of curriculum content: Disagreement over whether education should emphasize abstinence, contraception, LGBTQ+ topics, or comprehensive approaches
  • Parental involvement and notification: Debate over whether parents must be informed, opt-in requirements, or ability to remove children from lessons
  • Age-appropriateness: Questions about at what grade levels specific topics should be introduced and how content should be tailored

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

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