Texas SB966 mandates a study on digital learning's public health effects and outlines policies for student device possession in schools.

Texas SB966 requires the Department of State Health Services, in coordination with the Texas Education Agency, to study the public health effects of digital learning in public schools, including its impact on student mental health and performance. The bill also mandates school districts and charter schools to adopt policies prohibiting student possession of personal communication devices on school property, with exceptions for certain needs. These policies may include storing devices in designated lockers, confiscating non-compliant devices, and charging a fee for device release.

Texas SB966 mandates a study on digital learning's public health effects and outlines policies for student device possession in schools.

Texas SB966 requires the Department of State Health Services, in coordination with the Texas Education Agency, to study the public health effects of digital learning in public schools, including its impact on student mental health and performance. The bill also mandates school districts and charter schools to adopt policies prohibiting student possession of personal communication devices on school property, with exceptions for certain needs. These policies may include storing devices in designated lockers, confiscating non-compliant devices, and charging a fee for device release.