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CA AB2071: Pupil instruction: digital wellness.

Enacted California

Last verified Oct 4, 2026 · official bill text

AB2071 · where it stands

4 of 5 steps complete
  1. Introduced Complete
  2. Passed first chamber Complete
  3. Passed both chambers Complete
  4. Signed Complete
  5. In effect Date not recorded
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In effect
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In one paragraph

AB2071 proposes digital wellness education in California schools, detailing aspects like screen time management and online safety, with amendments to Sections 51928 and 51929.

Plain-English summary, written with AI assistance. The official text controls.

What it means for business

If you operate a school in California, you must integrate digital wellness education by the 2024 school year or face potential funding penalties.

What this means

This bill seeks to incorporate digital wellness instruction, including screen time management and online safety, in California schools through amendments to Sections 51928 and 51929.

Key provisions

  1. Incorporates digital wellness instruction, including screen time management and online safety, in schools through amendments to Sections 51928 and 51929.
  2. Implementation strategies include teacher training and curriculum development.

Latest legislative action

Sep 10, 2026. Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 186, Statutes of 2026.

Full analysis

AB2071 includes amendments to Sections 51928 and 51929 of the Education Code to incorporate digital wellness education in California schools. 'Digital wellness' encompasses screen time management, online safety, and responsible digital citizenship. The bill outlines implementation strategies such as teacher training and curriculum development to ensure effective integration.

Sponsors

NameRoleDistrict
R Sponsor HD-007
D Sponsor SD-034

Roll call votes

A Do pass as amended, and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations] with recommendation: To Consent Calendar Apr 8, 2026

9 yea0 nayPassed

Topics and industries

Affected industries

EducationTechnology

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