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WV HB2741
WV HB2741Prohibit the use of electronic devices for learning in all classrooms grades 3 and below
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Introduced
02/21/2025
02/21/2025
In Committee
02/21/2025
02/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2025
04/12/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to prohibit the use of electronic devices for learning and testing in all classrooms for students in grade three and below.
AI Summary
This bill proposes a prohibition on the use of electronic devices in classrooms for students in grades three and below. Specifically, the legislation would ban individual electronic devices like laptops, computers, and tablets from being used for learning activities and testing in these early grade classrooms. The bill aims to restrict technology use for young students, potentially to minimize screen time, reduce distractions, or promote more traditional learning methods during the early stages of elementary education. By explicitly stating that no electronic devices shall be used in classrooms for students in grades three and below, the legislation seeks to create a clear and comprehensive restriction on technology in these educational settings. The bill represents a direct amendment to existing education regulations, targeting the use of digital devices in the youngest elementary school classrooms.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (8)
David Elliott Pritt (R)*,
Jordan Bridges (R),
Geno Chiarelli (R),
Kathie Crouse (R),
Sarah Drennan (R),
Dana Ferrell (R),
Jeffrey Stephens (R),
Jimmy Willis (R),
Last Action
To House Education (on 02/21/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=2741&year=2025&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill | 02/21/2025 |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb2741%20intr.htm&yr=2025&sesstype=RS&i=2741 | 02/21/2025 |
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