Establishes the Safe School Technology Act of 2026 to ensure Rhode Island schools use safe, effective, and privacy-respecting technology.

The Safe School Technology Act of 2026 aims to ensure Rhode Island schools focus on effective, developmentally appropriate instruction while respecting student well-being and privacy. The act mandates annual registration of instructional technology tools with the Rhode Island attorney general’s office, including a $100 fee. It sets standards for safety, effectiveness, and compliance, ensuring tools are independently verified and free from addictive design features, geolocation, and targeted advertising.

Establishes the Safe School Technology Act of 2026 to ensure Rhode Island schools use safe, effective, and privacy-respecting technology.

The Safe School Technology Act of 2026 aims to ensure Rhode Island schools focus on effective, developmentally appropriate instruction while respecting student well-being and privacy. The act mandates annual registration of instructional technology tools with the Rhode Island attorney general’s office, including a $100 fee. It sets standards for safety, effectiveness, and compliance, ensuring tools are independently verified and free from addictive design features, geolocation, and targeted advertising.