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Committee approves fetal‑development education bill after brief Q&A
Summary
The committee voted to pass a bill requiring instruction on human fetal development, including high‑definition ultrasound materials and stages of development; the Department of Education will work with curriculum committees on resources, and the measure passed by voice vote in committee.
The Senate Education Committee voted to advance the Human Fetal Growth and Development Education Act after a sponsor said the measure incorporates previously requested amendments and aligns with Department of Education curriculum standards.
Under the bill, classroom instruction would include information on fertilization and each stage of prenatal development; the…
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