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An explicit guide to safe sex in the House gym that vividly describes sex acts illegal in 14 states is causing discomfort among some lawmakers.

At least one piece of advice deals with the use of drugs that are illegal under federal and state laws. Entitled “Good Sex is Safer Sex,” the publication was paid for by the D.C. Dept of Human Services, sponsored by the Whitman-Walker Clinic Inc. It was brought to The Hill’s attention by an outraged lawmaker who sought to remain anonymous. [Abstinence Clearinghouse, 9Apr03; http://www.thehill.com/news/040203/guide.aspx; The Hill, 4/2/03]