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Youth Sexual Health and Education: New Programs and Support.

This act aims to improve young people's access to comprehensive, evidence-informed sex education and sexual health services. It introduces grants for schools, universities, and organizations to provide accurate information on sexual health, relationships, and violence prevention, with a focus on marginalized groups. It also funds educator training and health services, while eliminating funding for abstinence-only programs.
Key points
New sex education programs in schools and universities: Access to accurate information on sexual health, relationships, contraception, and STIs.
Support for marginalized groups: Increased access to sexual health services for diverse youth, including LGBTQ+, immigrants, people with disabilities, and low-income individuals.
Educator training: Teachers and staff will receive support to deliver comprehensive and culturally responsive sex education.
End of abstinence-only funding: Funds will be redirected to evidence-based education.
Impact evaluation: The act mandates regular reports and evaluations to monitor the effectiveness of the changes and their impact on young people.
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Print number: 117_S_1689
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Real Education and Access for Healthy Youth Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1689.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New sex education programs in schools and universities: Access to accurate information on sexual health, relationships, contraception, and STIs.
  • Support for marginalized groups: Increased access to sexual health services for diverse youth, including LGBTQ+, immigrants, people with disabilities, and low-income individuals.
  • Educator training: Teachers and staff will receive support to deliver comprehensive and culturally responsive sex education.
  • End of abstinence-only funding: Funds will be redirected to evidence-based education.
  • Impact evaluation: The act mandates regular reports and evaluations to monitor the effectiveness of the changes and their impact on young people.
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 Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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