Texas SB1447 amends the Education Code to establish standards for electronic devices and software applications used by public schools.

The bill requires the Texas Education Agency to adopt standards for permissible electronic devices and software applications used by school districts and open-enrollment charter schools. These standards must minimize data collection on students, ensure parental consent for software applications, and provide resources to parents on cybersecurity and online safety. The standards also consider restrictions on student access to social media, the use of Internet filters to monitor concerning content, and exceptions for students with disabilities.

Texas SB1447 amends the Education Code to establish standards for electronic devices and software applications used by public schools.

The bill requires the Texas Education Agency to adopt standards for permissible electronic devices and software applications used by school districts and open-enrollment charter schools. These standards must minimize data collection on students, ensure parental consent for software applications, and provide resources to parents on cybersecurity and online safety. The standards also consider restrictions on student access to social media, the use of Internet filters to monitor concerning content, and exceptions for students with disabilities.