The bill mandates the Department of Education, in collaboration with the Department of Health and Human Services, to establish a working group tasked with studying the effects of school-provided technology on students' cognitive functions and academic performance. This technology encompasses tools such as laptop computers, online learning management systems, and classroom presentation software. The working group is responsible for examining relevant research and will be required to submit a report to the General Assembly by December 31, 2025.
In its report, the working group must provide findings and recommendations, particularly focusing on best practices for utilizing school-provided technology in educational settings. The report should also address strategies to mitigate any potential negative impacts on students' social and behavioral development, attention span, mental concentration, and overall learning abilities. Members of the working group will bear their own expenses or those of their respective entities.