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CA SB1128

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/17/2026

Primary Sponsor

Henry Stern

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes school districts, county boards of education, and charter school governing bodies to establish "Wait Until 8th" programs encouraging parents and pupils to refrain from social media use until at least grade 8

  • Amends existing Education Code Section 48901.8, which already permits schools to limit or prohibit student social media use on school sites or under school supervision

  • Introduced by Senator Stern on February 17, 2026

  • Requires no appropriation and has no fiscal impact; passes with majority vote

Legislative Description

Pupils: use of social media.

Last Action

Referred to Com. on ED.

2/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Education2/26/2026
Rules2/17/2026

Full Bill Text

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