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AB2071 proposes digital wellness education in California schools, detailing aspects like screen time management and online safety, with amendments to Sections 51928 and 51929.
If you operate a school in California, you must integrate digital wellness education by the 2024 school year or face potential funding penalties.
State
California
Bill Number
AB2071
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Comprehensive
Last Action
Apr 14, 2026
Last Verified
May 28, 2026
Data Updated
May 28, 2026
Version
v3
What do these statuses mean?▼
Introduced— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
Affected Industries
EducationTechnology
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
Incorporates digital wellness instruction, including screen time management and online safety, in schools through amendments to Sections 51928 and 51929.
Implementation strategies include teacher training and curriculum development.
Latest Legislative Action
Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
Bill Sponsors
Name
Role
District
Josh HooverR
Sponsor
HD-007
Tom UmbergD
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 Yea 0 NayPassed ✓
Full Legal 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.
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