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Federal Ban on Mandating Elementary School Sex Education

This bill stops the federal government from forcing elementary schools to teach specific sex education programs. It also prevents the government from punishing schools or states that don't follow federal recommendations on this topic, giving local communities more say.
Key points
Federal government cannot require elementary schools to use specific sex education programs.
States and schools won't lose federal money or face fines for not following federal sex education guidance.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7492
Sponsor: Rep. Gooden, Lance [R-TX-5]
Process start date: 2022-04-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Innocence in Education Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7492.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal government cannot require elementary schools to use specific sex education programs.
  • States and schools won't lose federal money or face fines for not following federal sex education guidance.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Gooden, Lance [R-TX-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Education