Florida's new law mandates that sex education in schools focus on abstinence, requiring state approval of educational materials. This has led to confusion and delays in implementing sex education classes, as seen in Orange County where a mother reported her son missed a puberty lesson. The law promotes abstinence outside of marriage as the standard for students, which some health experts and educators argue is limiting and potentially harmful. Critics, including public health professor Alyssa Barr, argue that the approach neglects important topics like contraception and consent, potentially doing a disservice to students. The law's supporters believe it prevents the sexualization of children, but opponents worry about the long-term impacts of such a narrow curriculum, which may not effectively reduce sexual activity or improve health outcomes.