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HB2466Introduced in the House

Relating To Education.

IntroducedHouse Education

Introduced by Joe Gedeon, District 18

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Requires the department of education to prohibit electronic telecommunication device usage during the instructional day and implement a social media and artificial intelligence literacy education campaign. Creates exemptions for students requiring accommodations, emergency situations, and teacher authorizations. Requires the department of education to submit a report three years after the initial effective date, and then every five years thereafter.

Where it stands

Referred to EDN, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 6

February 2, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

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Bill history

  1. Pending introduction.

  2. Introduced and Pass First Reading.

  3. Referred to EDN, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 6

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