HB1036: Quality Basic Education Act; course of instruction in pregnancy, health, and human development for students in grades nine through 12; require

Legislative Summary

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 20-2-142 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to prescribed courses with respect to competencies and core curriculum under the "Quality Basic Education Act," so as to require a course of instruction in pregnancy, health, and human development for students in grades nine through 12; to require that such course of instruction be included in the course of instruction regarding health and physical education; to require the State Board of Education to consult with the Department of Public Health; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.