Outline of the state of Maine
State
Maine
Stresses abstinence

Category
Sexual Health Education Abstinence—ES

Category
Sexual Health Education Abstinence—ES

State law stresses abstinence.

Maine Revised Statutes 22 1902.1-A. Comprehensive family life education.

1-A. Comprehensive family life education. “Comprehensive family life education” means education in kindergarten to grade 12 regarding human development and sexuality, including education on family planning and sexually transmitted diseases, that is medically accurate and age appropriate; that respects community values and encourages parental communication; that develops skills in communication, decision making and conflict resolution; that contributes to healthy relationships; that promotes responsible sexual behavior with an emphasis on abstinence; that addresses the use of contraception; that promotes individual responsibility and involvement regarding sexuality; and that teaches skills for responsible decision making regarding sexuality.

Policy Type
Statute