A2546

Requires guidelines on student use of internet-enabled devices to be developed by DOE and policy to be adopted by governing body of each public school.

Failed·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A2546 mandates the development of guidelines for student use of internet-enabled devices by the Department of Education and requires.

New Jersey A2546 requires the Commissioner of Education to create guidelines for student use of internet-enabled devices, including cell phones and social media, during school hours, on school buses, or during school-sanctioned events. These guidelines must be issued within 90 days of the bill's effective date and should be age-appropriate, prohibit non-academic use, and be consistent with state and federal laws. The guidelines also need to address emergency situations, specify permissible devices, and detail options for device storage and network-based restrictions.

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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee

Jan 13

Assembly

Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.195.