Utah Code § 53G-10-405

Instruction on the harmful effects of alcohol, tobacco, electronic cigarette
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products, and controlled substances -- Rulemaking authority -- Assistance from the
Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health.
(1) The state board shall adopt rules providing for instruction at each grade level on the harmful
effects of alcohol, tobacco, electronic cigarette products, and controlled substances upon the
human body and society. The rules shall require instruction on the following:
(a) teaching of skills needed to evaluate advertisements for, and media portrayal of, alcohol,
tobacco, electronic cigarette products, and controlled substances;
(b) directing students towards healthy and productive alternatives to the use of alcohol, tobacco,
electronic cigarette products, and controlled substances; and
(c) discouraging the use of alcohol, tobacco, electronic cigarette products, and controlled
substances.
(2) At the request of the state board, the Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health shall
cooperate with the state board in developing programs to provide this instruction.
(3) The state board shall participate in efforts to enhance communication among community
organizations and state agencies, and shall cooperate with those entities in efforts which are
compatible with the purposes of this section.
(4) The state board shall establish a library of documented best practices and resources for
alcohol, tobacco, and electronic cigarette product cessation interventions for use by local
school districts.

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