An Act promoting safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth
By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 335) of Julian Cyr, Andrea Joy Campbell, Attorney General , Nick Collins and Barry R. Finegold for legislation to promote safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth. Education.
Bill Information
Bill Information
- Presenter:
- Julian Cyr
- Special Attachments:
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Committee - Senate votes
This bill establishes statewide policies to promote safe technology use and minimize distractions in schools while enhancing protections for minors on social media. An Act promoting safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth (the STUDY Act) amends the M.G.L. by adding § 101 and § 102 to c. 71, which require public schools to adopt policies limiting personal electronic device use during school hours, with exceptions for emergencies, individualized education plans, and administrative approval. Schools must notify parents of these policies and submit them to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, which will provide guidance and recommendations for implementation. Additionally, schools must develop educational programs on the social, emotional, and physical risks of social media use, ensuring students and families are informed about potential harms.
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