HB2978

Limits the use of technology for student learning practices in elementary schools

Introduced·1/14/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB2978 limits technology use in elementary schools, emphasizing cursive handwriting and printed materials.

Missouri HB2978 introduces restrictions on technology use in elementary schools, focusing on students in kindergarten through grade five. The bill mandates that digital instruction should not exceed 45 minutes per day and prohibits the use of technology to replace primary instruction in reading, foundational mathematics, and handwriting. It also mandates cursive instruction and ensures that at least 70% of assignments use enhanced decoding pathways. Schools must provide daily access to printed books and cannot rely solely on digital textbooks.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 28

8:00 AM

Education Hearing

Mar 5

11:15 AM

Rules - Legislative Executive Session

History

Feb 18

House

Executive Session Completed (H)

Feb 18

House

HCS Voted Do Pass (H)

Feb 18

House

HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 18 NOES: 1 PRESENT: 0