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KY SB318

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lindsey Tichenor

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Limits digital instruction for elementary students (K-5) to 45 minutes per day across all subjects, with exceptions for IEP/504 accommodations, assistive technology, and teacher-led demonstrations on projectors or smartboards

  • Requires at least 70% of elementary student assignments to be completed using paper and writing tools, with daily access to printed books and physical manipulatives for math and science instruction

  • Prohibits assigning homework requiring technology, requiring students to carry devices to/from school daily, and replacing library time with technology reading labs

  • Mandates local school boards adopt written technology use policies that include screen-time limits and a process for parents to request lower limits, with written notice to parents within the first 10 days of each school year

  • Requires annual public reports from each district showing average daily technology use by grade level, list of digital instruction services used, and verification of traditional materials compliance

Legislative Description

AN ACT relating to digital instruction.

Children and Minors

Last Action

to Committee on Committees (S)

3/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Committee on Committees3/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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