Comprehensive Sex Education and Health Services Access for Youth Act
This Act provides young people aged 10-29 with access to comprehensive, medically accurate, and confidential sex education and sexual health services. It establishes new grants for schools, universities, and youth organizations to promote healthy relationships, STI prevention, and informed consent. Crucially, it repeals federal funding for abstinence-only programs, redirecting resources to carry out this Act.
Key points
Authorizes $100 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2031 for grants to support sex education and health services.
Increases access to confidential sexual health services for underserved youth, including contraception, HIV prevention (PrEP/PEP), and support for survivors of interpersonal violence.
Education must be inclusive, addressing gender identity, sexual orientation, and the specific needs of historically marginalized youth populations.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1910
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2025-05-22