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WA SB5449

WA SB5449
Concerning digital citizenship, media literacy, and internet safety in schools.


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Introduced
01/25/2017
In Committee
03/29/2017
Crossed Over
03/02/2017
Passed
04/14/2017
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/20/2017

Introduced Session

2017-2018 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to digital citizenship, media literacy, and1internet safety in schools; amending RCW 28A.650.010 and 28A.650.045;2adding a new section to chapter 28A.650 RCW; creating a new section;3and providing an expiration date.4

AI Summary

This bill amends existing laws to define "digital citizenship" and require the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to develop best practices and recommendations for instruction in digital citizenship, internet safety, and media literacy. It also requires school districts to annually review their policies and procedures on electronic resources and internet safety, and directs the Washington State School Directors' Association to review and revise its model policy and procedures. The bill also requires the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to survey teachers and create a web-based location with resources to support digital citizenship, media literacy, and internet safety in schools.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Effective date 7/23/2017. (on 04/20/2017)

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