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SB0267S05 (Substitute)
Software in Education Amendments
Introduction
Feb 6
Senate Rules
Senate Committee
Feb 19
Senate 2nd Reading
Feb 26
Senate 3rd Reading
Mar 3
House Rules
Mar 4
House Committee
Mar 4
House Floor Vote
Mar 5
Senate Concurrence
Mar 6
Governor Signed
Mar 18
This bill requires the State Board of Education (state board) to study best practices regarding the use of software in public schools.
This bill:
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Starting July 1, 2026, the State Board of Education must conduct a study on the software and digital services used in Utah public schools, examining whether those tools actually support student learning, how they handle student data and privacy, and whether they use design features — like infinite scroll, autoplay, or engagement streaks — that may encourage screen time over genuine learning. By July 1, 2027, the board must publish its findings as guidance and distribute best practices to every school district and charter school in the state.
Current version: SB0267S05 (Substitute)
Introduction
Feb 6
Senate Rules
Senate Committee
Feb 19
Senate 2nd Reading
Feb 26
Senate 3rd Reading
Mar 3
House Rules
Mar 4
House Committee
Mar 4
House Floor Vote
Mar 5
Senate Concurrence
Mar 6
Governor Signed
Mar 18
IntroductionFeb 6
Senate Rules
Senate CommitteeFeb 19
Senate 2nd ReadingFeb 26
Senate 3rd ReadingMar 3
House RulesMar 4
House CommitteeMar 4
House Floor VoteMar 5
Senate ConcurrenceMar 6
Governor SignedMar 18
This bill requires the State Board of Education (state board) to study best practices regarding the use of software in public schools.
This bill:
AI-generated summary. We recommend consulting the bill text for important decisions.
Starting July 1, 2026, the State Board of Education must conduct a study on the software and digital services used in Utah public schools, examining whether those tools actually support student learning, how they handle student data and privacy, and whether they use design features — like infinite scroll, autoplay, or engagement streaks — that may encourage screen time over genuine learning. By July 1, 2027, the board must publish its findings as guidance and distribute best practices to every school district and charter school in the state.
Motion: Favorable Recommendation
Motion: Favorable Recommendation
Governor Signed
Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
Senate/ to Governor
Executive Branch - Governor
Senate/ received enrolled bill from Printing
Senate Secretary
Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing
Senate Secretary
Enrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate
Senate Secretary
Last updated Mar 26, 2026, 9:45 PM
