Representative Barbara Fraser of Clayton says it should be comprehensive and not only stress abstinence, but also teach students about disease control and contraceptives.
Rep. Barbara Fraser, D-St. Louis County, is one lawmaker who voted against the plan. Fraser said she has confidence in the department, but that the initiative petition is too important to have limitations.
Bill proponents cited a US Consitution section that indicates all federal land purchases need state legislature approval. Rep. Barbara Fraser, D-St. Louis County, refutes their interpretation of the Constitution.
"By April 7, Charlton Heston will be enjoying himself in his pool in Hollywood, while those of us living in Missouri will have to worry about who we see in our banks, near our schools, near our baseball and football games," said Rep. Barbara Fraser, D-St. Louis County, of the NRA president.
Rep. Barbara Fraser, D-St. Louis County, also has a proposal that would require schools to meet certain standards if they teach sex education. Her plan would require more information on health and contraception. She said abstinence would be stressed first, but that something needs to be done for those students who haven't chosen it.
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