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PA SB343

In terms and courses of study, providing for Internet safety education curriculum.


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Introduced
01/02/2024
In Committee
01/02/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in terms and courses of study, providing for Internet safety education curriculum.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to require Pennsylvania school districts to incorporate an age-appropriate curriculum on Internet safety into their curriculum for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. The curriculum must cover topics such as safe and responsible use of social media, recognizing and avoiding online solicitation and harassment, protecting personal information, and understanding copyright laws. The Department of Education, in consultation with the Office of the Attorney General, will establish the curriculum and make related resource materials available online. Parents or legal guardians may request to have their children excused from all or part of the Internet safety instruction.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

Referred to EDUCATION (on 01/02/2024)

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