UT SB0267

State Board of Education must conduct a study on the use of software and digital services in public schools, examining educational effectiveness, student safety, and privacy practices

Study must evaluate addictive design features in educational software (infinite scroll, autoplay, gamification rewards tied to time spent rather than learning, engagement streaks) and practices protecting students from advertising and commercial data exploitation

Study must review digital privacy practices including data minimization, security safeguards, breach notification, data retention/deletion, and transparency regarding third-party processors and embedded AI systems

State Board must publish guidance and best practices on its website and distribute to all local education agencies (LEAs) before July 1, 2027

Bill takes effect July 1, 2026; State Board must report findings to the Education Interim Committee upon request