The original instrument and the following digest, which constitutes no part of the
legislative instrument, were prepared by Jeanne C. Johnston.
DIGEST
SB 31 Original 2015 Regular Session Morrell
Present law authorizes public elementary and secondary schools to offer instruction in sex education
in grades seven and above, provided that such instruction is integrated into an existing course of
study such as biology, science, physical hygiene, or physical education.
Proposed law retains present law.
Present law prohibits students from being tested, quizzed, or surveyed about their personal beliefs
or practices in sex, morality, or religion.
Proposed law adds an exception to present law to authorize public school governing authorities in
Orleans Parish to allow students to be surveyed about their risk behaviors, including those related
to sexual health.
Effective August 1, 2015.
(Amends R.S. 17:281(A)(2))