CA AB2694

Expands the definition of "supplementary instructional materials" to include materials using current, relevant technology that engages interactive learning in the classroom and beyond.

Defines "technology-based materials" as instructional materials requiring electronic equipment, including software programs, video disks, compact disks, optical disks, video and audiotapes, lesson plans, and databases.

Clarifies that technology-based materials do not include the electronic equipment itself, unless that equipment serves as a learning resource, and prohibits using this provision to replace or establish new computer labs.

Requires school district governing boards to include relevant technology-based materials when adopting instructional materials if those materials are both available and comparable to equivalent instructional materials.

Preserves school districts' obligation to provide sufficient textbooks and instructional materials, and prohibits non-compliant districts from procuring electronic equipment under this provision.