mental health instruction requirement; repeal
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Overview
This bill seeks to remove a requirement that Arizona schools include mental health instruction in their health education curriculum. The existing law mandated that the state board of education incorporate mental health topics into courses, consulting with experts and advocacy groups. This bill repeals the specific provision requiring this mental health instruction, effective December 31, 2036.
Key provisions
- Removes the requirement for mental health instruction in health education.
- Specifically repeals section 15-701.03 of the Arizona Revised Statutes.
- The state board of education previously had to include mental health instruction.
- The state board of education was required to consult with mental health experts and advocacy organizations.
Who is affected
- Arizona schools
- Students in Arizona schools
- State Board of Education
- Mental health experts
- Mental health advocacy organizations
Notable changes
- Eliminates a mandated curriculum component related to mental health.
- The previous requirement for mental health instruction is removed.
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