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This bill requires that any health education courses offered to middle and high school students in California public schools must include instruction in "digital wellness," which is defined as using technology in a way that supports physical and mental health, social connections, and overall quality of life while minimizing harm. This new requirement will complement existing mental health instruction and will also necessitate the development of a state plan by January 1, 2028, to expand digital wellness education, including recommendations for curriculum, keeping content updated with evolving technology like artificial intelligence (AI), supporting schools with limited resources, engaging families, assessing program effectiveness, and fostering collaboration with relevant organizations. The bill also defines "AI" as computer systems designed to perform tasks requiring human intelligence and "media literacy" as the ability to analyze and evaluate all forms of communication.

Education

https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB2071