H5442Introduced in the House
Digital devices in public schools
Introduced by Melissa Oremus, District 84
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 59-29-245 So As To Prohibit The Use Of Digital Devices By Students In Kindergarten Through Fifth Grade, To Prohibit The Use Of Digital Devices By Teachers In Providing Instruction To Students In Kindergarten Through Fifth Grade, To Provide Exceptions, And To Define Necessary Terms.
Where it stands
Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works
March 26, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Introduced and read first time
Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works
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