DE HCR78

Recognizes that Delaware children should reach eighth grade before using smartphones and supports the "Wait Until Eighth Pledge" initiative.

Cites research showing smartphone dependence produces addictive brain responses similar to alcohol, drug, and gambling addictions.

Notes studies linking smartphone receipt to declining grades and showing children in schools with smartphone bans perform better on tests.

Identifies increased depression risk from social media use, with 43% of children experiencing cyberbullying primarily through phones and 42% exposed to online pornography.

References technology executives who delay smartphone access until age 14 and endorses community awareness efforts about smartphone risks for young children.